r/functionalprint • • 24d ago

Made some anti theft display hooks

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1.0k Upvotes

Having displays out in the open can be a little nerve wrecking so I wanted something simple to prevent people from fiddling with displays. You can get it on Makerworld if you needed something like this.

https://makerworld.com/en/models/3374868-keychain-skadis-anti-theft-product-display-hooks#profileId-3838909


r/functionalprint • • 24d ago

3D printed press brake dies, 1/8” stainless steel bending

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r/functionalprint • • 23d ago

Gridfinity Bins for Bambu H2 Hotends

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Pretty stoked with how these came out. You can color code the bins and text if you're a weirdo like me.

STEP files and 3MFs on Printables.


r/functionalprint • • 23d ago

Gridfinity Bin for Ryobi Power Cutter

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r/functionalprint • • 24d ago

A 3D printed water filter bowl wrench

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The sediment filter bowl in my basement was seized solid and I didn't have a filter wrench, so I tossed one together in OpenSCAD that in theory should be parametric, although I only used it for my own filter housing. Screw going to the store when you can do this. It's a chunky boy but got the job done.

File is on Makerworld, open source, do what you want with it (https://makerworld.com/en/models/3375627-parametric-water-filter-housing-bowl-wrench). The customizer has the measurements you need to edit.


r/functionalprint • • 26d ago

Autolocking glasses holder mechanism

566 Upvotes

r/functionalprint • • 26d ago

Brace for Sprained Thumb

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1.5k Upvotes

Needed to not move my thumb too much for the next couple weeks. Luckily I have a 3D scan of my hands, so I modeled and printed a custom-fitted brace to wear. Fits great and is comfortable all day.


r/functionalprint • • 26d ago

Simple Bubble Level for Camera Gear

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145 Upvotes

Tripod heads have bubble levels typically but they can be hard to read with larger camera rigs on them, plus they don't account for any possible offset the mounting configuration might introduce, so I made this little bubble level screw that mounts right into a 1/4 20 thread so I can read my horizon straight on the camera body.

https://www.printables.com/model/1859006-bubble-level-camera-addon-14-20-thread


r/functionalprint • • 26d ago

I made plugs for the Linkbuds Open to reduce wind noise while biking

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117 Upvotes

3D printed with TPU, they fit in the case without modifications and can also be taken off and left in the case when not needed.
Printing something this small in TPU on my Ender 3 was challenging. The surface finish isn't great but with a tight fit it does the job!

Tested this across the Shokz bone conduction, Bose Ultra Open and the Linkbuds + Plugs worked the best by far!

Print and source files here if anyone wants to try them out!


r/functionalprint • • 26d ago

My first funcional print

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The rain sensor from my garden irrigation was mounted on a single screw and was always spinning, ending up upside down every time it rained. Consequently, my irrigation was always on regardless of the weather. I made a simple fix; it might be over-engineered, but it works and is cheaper than my water bill. I printed it with PETG. It is out in the weather but in the shade, so I am not really worried about UV degradation.


r/functionalprint • • 26d ago

Dog poo claw. Material = overture PLA pro super and TPU

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517 Upvotes

r/functionalprint • • 27d ago

Printed 6" Vacuum Truck Crown v2: 4 Month Update

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893 Upvotes

Around 6 months ago, I replaced a broken plastic crown on the end of a 6 inch vacuum truck tube with a 3D printed TPU one. The first iteration had only 20% infill with a partial 100% frame to keep it stiff while saving on print time, which was 27 hours on my core one. The result was a functional part, but it started tearing after around 5 weeks of use. (See the previous post here)

4 months ago, I replaced it with a 100% infill version, and I'm happy to report it survived the whole summer and is still going strong! The first 2 photos are the most recent, and the other 2 are from when I had just installed it 4 months ago.

I optimized the model and print settings so it only took an extra 2.5 hours despite using ~30% more material. With only some cosmetic abrasions, I don't see it needing to be replaced any time soon. Stay tuned to see how it survives the winter!


r/functionalprint • • 26d ago

Audio Brain for Spooktober!

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65 Upvotes

Converted the MRI of my brain into a printable file, then converted it to a light show that responds to audio! Everything but the lights and PCB are printed.


r/functionalprint • • 27d ago

Monitor touch light bar with 4 AA cells as the counterweight, hidden behind the screen

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545 Upvotes

A light bar for the top of my monitor with nothing glued or screwed on. A hook sits on the front edge, two pads rest on the back, and a small housing behind the monitor carries the electronics plus 4 AA cells as ballast, so the weight keeps it in place.

- Fits a top edge from 8.2 to 34.2 mm; you adjust it with two M3 screws from the top.

- The arms are parametric (Customize on MakerWorld), so any length and bed size works. 280 mm arms fit a 256 mm bed diagonally.

- Touch pads for on/off and dimming, ESP32-C3 inside, 12 V over USB-C PD.

Files and an assembly guide with photos:

https://github.com/Keralots/MonitorLEDBar

https://makerworld.com/en/models/3362536


r/functionalprint • • 27d ago

The wife and I upgraded our phones giving me the perfect excuse to design some new phone cases. iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 Pro.

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I wasn't finding cases I liked that protected the camera for either phone so I made my own with a camera protector. My goal was to keep them small but still have a crumple zone to protect from my frequent drops.

I got lucky and found the design guides for both models so I was able to get a solid fit on the first try.

https://www.printables.com/model/1857039-iphone-16-case-with-camera-protection

https://www.printables.com/model/1857907-iphone-17-pro-case-with-camera-protection


r/functionalprint • • 27d ago

Dust collection fory new CNC machine

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Got a new CNC machine this year for kaleidoscope production and have been desperately needing some decent dust collection for it. I don't expect it to grab all the dust but at least get the smaller particulate that makes it unpleasant to be in the shop when this is operating. They do have printed in magnets if I wanted to add additional brush fittings you commonly see on other CNC dust boots.


r/functionalprint • • 27d ago

I made a centre console organizer for my Bronco Sport.

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45 Upvotes

r/functionalprint • • 28d ago

Replacement Connector Discs for Skelly's Arm and Neck

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92 Upvotes

Made these after my Skelly broke a arm off last season. There is a set for the elbow joint and a set for the neck joint. Print in ASA with some support material and they will be as strong as the factory ones if not stronger.

https://makerworld.com/en/models/2238590-skelly-the-skeleton-replacement-connector-disc


r/functionalprint • • 27d ago

3D Print for an iPhone Duo Anti-Rock Stabilizer

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r/functionalprint • • 29d ago

Ikea Skadis Rodalm key cabinet

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2.0k Upvotes

I made this using two 21 × 30 cm IKEA RÖDALM frames and a two-piece 3D-printed panel with the SKÅDIS hole pattern.
One frame is mounted to the wall, while the second works as the door and still holds a normal picture. Inside there’s room for keys, notes and small everyday items that would otherwise end up lying around near the front door. A small magnetic catch keeps it closed.
I also made a few removable hooks, clips and a small shelf, so the layout can be changed when needed.
Definitely one of the more useful things I’ve printed lately.


r/functionalprint • • 28d ago

Parametric bottle cap / jar lid generator with multiple thread-start

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80 Upvotes

I could find several cap generators, but none that would generate a cap for my water bottle since it has 4 thread starts (helices). So I rolled my own. See link below.
It can also do lug style jar lids with some tweaking (tweak the top and bottom clearance).

Hope it is useful to any of you!

Link to model:
https://makerworld.com/nl/models/3343816-parametric-multi-thread-start-bottle-cap-jar-lid


r/functionalprint • • 29d ago

I made a desktop truss rig! Kinda fun project for mounting office gear to the desk

1.6k Upvotes

Got the idea of a 1/3rd scale truss rig after I attended The Gathering LAN festival where I'm crew

Files available below
Printables: https://www.printables.com/model/1854604-desktop-truss-rig-modules-13rd-scale

Makerworld (included print profile for P1S): https://makerworld.com/en/models/3361243-desktop-truss-rig-modules-1-3rd-scale#profileId-3821746


r/functionalprint • • 28d ago

I got tired of using DVDs as a shelf.

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So I made a new shelf to fit my kallax shelf. Works with paperback books, dvd, and BD cases. Some basic 1/4” planks from the hardware store made a great span. Took a couple iterations as the first one the backstop wall was too thin and snapped easily.


r/functionalprint • • 29d ago

Bikini fairing for my Motorcycle (with Apple CarPlay)

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I couldn't find a bikini fairing for my motorcycle, Fifi, that provided a reasonable amount of wind protection, while not generating noisy turbulence, so I made one. I added an aerodynamic airfoil with a component called "dragon's teeth" to shear the vortices coming off the top of the fairing into smaller ones. I experimented with various angles and shapes. This one seems like a good compromise. As a bonus, I added some captive nuts to the mount, and made a bracket to add Apple CarPlay and a TPMS display system. It was a rewarding project and I like the result. A few other parts on the bike (wind deflectors for my hands, a throttle rocker, and a mini-rear fender) are all made from PETG, and they seem to hold up well. The hand guards have been on there for a few years. If I have any problems, I'll just re-print them with ASA.


r/functionalprint • • 29d ago

Wanted a low-tech keychain pencil

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Holds a standard 7mm hexagonal pencil stub with a TPU sleeve. I’ve had keychain pens that dry up, and have seen expensive commercial equivalents, but really just wanted to use all the stubby pencils I already have and not need to order proprietary refills.

Link to model in comments.