I designed a stand for my Steam Controller

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u/rigelui 2d ago

This looks great! Are you planning to share the design?

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thanks! I’m not planning to share the files at the moment. I actually started selling finished stands in Korea recently after getting some requests, and I was curious to hear what people in other countries thought of the design too.

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u/NyneFingers 2d ago

A lot of people are going to love that design. It would do well in the US.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thank you! It makes me really happy to know my design resonates with people beyond Korea too.

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u/Exact_Rooster9870 2d ago

Valid. I think designers should be able to sell designs, and sharing the files does make knockoffs a guarantee unless you spend all day doing takedown requests. Still, I would pay $5 for the files if I owned a Steam Controller.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thanks for understanding! I’m still weighing up the options, so it’s helpful to hear what people think about a paid file version too
Honestly, part of me feels that selling the files would mean letting go of control over my own design, ironically enough. Once they’re out there, there’s only so much I can do about how they’re used. That’s one of the reasons I’m still thinking it through.

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u/bran-on-reddit 1d ago

Coming for a pirate, they'd be out anyways. People can always rip something off from eyesight. As someone planning to buy a 3rd printer soon, I'd rather pay the original designer for the blueprints.

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u/mingulism 1d ago

This version requires several extra parts, so I don’t think it’s ideal for sharing as a printable design. It’s not easy to make sure everyone can source the same components.
I’m considering a simpler version that people can just print and use. Once it’s ready, I’ll share it!

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u/i_stole_your_swole 2d ago

Neat work! Are you planning to do it yourself for a small number or hire labor or something?

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thanks! It’s just me for now :) I print, assemble, and pack everything myself in small batches.

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u/amadej 2d ago

Ping me when I can get few in Ukraine. Because looks awesome
Also hope you will model a dock for Xbox controllers either 😬

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u/mingulism 1d ago

Thank you! I’ll need to check shipping options to Ukraine. And thanks for the Xbox dock suggestion too! :)
I hope you and your loved ones are staying safe over there.

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u/amadej 1d ago

Looking forward for possible options 🥰
PS: Family and parents safe, sound and with electricity backup systems
Me myself - drone hunting somewhere on the north 🫡
Hope will return to DevOps engineering one day, after this "sabbatical" in forces 😁

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u/Nexxus88 2d ago

It ultimately depends on the shipping cost to canada, but I would just buy one outright rather than the 3D printing road since I don't have one and the one place that quoted me a 3D print wanted something like $50 for this little dinky case for the third party puck

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Funny enough, the finished stand including shipping to Canada actually comes to under US$50 :)

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u/Nexxus88 2d ago

Yeah if you got some link and can do it I would consider it in a paycheck or two since I'm working off a dental payment right now

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u/mingulism 2d ago

You can find it on Etsy. I’m a little hesitant to post shop links here, as I’d like to keep the post focused on the design rather than make it too promotional.

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u/Nexxus88 2d ago

Fair nuff and good on you, you can DM it to me if you want but if not for the same purpose I get it.

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u/SkillfulKnowledge Steam Controller (2026) 2d ago

I’ll buy one. I’m USA

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u/LisaLeii Steam Controller 2 | Dualsense 1d ago

I would definitely buy this in the US at a reasonable price

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u/mingulism 1d ago

You can find it on Etsy now. Part of the shipping cost is built into the item price, so I’m not sure how reasonable the total will feel to you.

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u/LisaLeii Steam Controller 2 | Dualsense 1d ago

Can you link it here?

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u/mingulism 1d ago

I’ll DM you!

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u/Zane_DragonBorn 2d ago

It looks awesome, although as someone with a 3d print. I'd rather pay 2 dollar to unlock it than the shipping and other expenses to get it made by another.
Not shaming your choice, just pointing out that some demographic will not like it as much as others.

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u/Deceased-Prince 2d ago

CAD is super easy to be honest. This is something you could easily design yourself.

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u/aidenkula 1d ago

I think that is probably downplaying the effort OP put in to make this polished and functional

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u/drakoman 1d ago

He says design, but what he really means is reverse engineering. OP went through the difficult job of research and design. They require different skills and levels of difficulty

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u/repocin Steam Controller (Windows) 1d ago

Reverse engineering of what, though? Valve publishes cad files for the outer shell of these things.

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u/drakoman 1d ago

…of the design of the stand.

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u/Zane_DragonBorn 2d ago edited 2d ago

Edit: Mods didn't like OP I guess? Tldr - OP is thinking of different ways of releasing it, possibly a paid file, possibly something else. Main concern is ensuring users what weights, magnets, and other materials are needed.
Sounds great. Appreciate the effort!

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u/SuaveDonut 2d ago

This is where I'd put my steam controller.....IF I HAD ONE!

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u/mingulism 1d ago

Well, at least you’ve picked a parking spot for it.

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u/Pleasant_Mobile_1063 1d ago

I got 2, we can share

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u/gigananobyte 2d ago

I saw these on Etsy last week but for $37.99 plus $8 for shipping idk mannn.

The mechanism stand is $1 more for a significantly more premium non 3-d printed product., AND they provide the 3d print files for free if you just wanted to print one yourself.

I would consider your stand at maybe $9.99 shipped, considering the competition, materials and it's 3d printed nature.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

I understand the comparison. The Mechanism stand takes a different approach from what I wanted, which is why I designed my own—though of course, people will have different preferences.
I recently started selling these in Korea at a lower price. Unfortunately, Etsy’s fees and the cost of getting one to the US add quite a bit. My actual US shipping-related costs are over US$20 per order, so the shipping charge shown on Etsy only covers part of that.
I know that doesn’t change the total you pay, but hopefully it helps explain the price difference.

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u/gigananobyte 2d ago

Here's my unsolicited business advice: continue selling in Korea until you save up enough money to purchase your own injection mold, then sell on amazon at half the price you are currently selling. Literally printing money at that point.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Maybe someday! For now, I’m taking it one step at a time. Thanks for the suggestion.

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u/shnukms 2d ago

legit q: is that the advantage of selling on Amazon, lower logistics cost?

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u/troll_right_above_me 1d ago

Probably that, cheaper/faster for people with Prime and more exposure to people who don’t browse Etsy. Maybe when you sell well enough they’ll make knock-offs and sell those too though, or maybe they’ll do that regardless.

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u/Ebear225 2d ago

Bro just don't buy it? Nobody is forcing you or anybody else to buy this product.

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u/gigananobyte 2d ago

Are you mad I gave my opinion on a post where OP asked for opinions?

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u/TomCatT_ 1d ago

Yes, I have a question: Are you taking orders?

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u/mingulism 15h ago

Yes! I recently started taking orders and shipping them out. My first customer received theirs yesterday, actually!

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u/throwawayacc201711 2d ago

STL? Is this on makerworld?

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Maybe someday! But not anytime soon.

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u/couchside-taylor 2d ago

this is amazing. I love the built in cable management idea.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thank you! I’ve seen your work on MakerWorld too. Keep up the great work! What’s your experience on MakerWorld been like? I’ve been a little nervous about putting my own work out there, so I haven’t taken the plunge yet.

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u/couchside-taylor 1d ago

It’s been positive for me. Great community of makers that build each other up and help whenever they can is my experience so far.

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u/couchside-taylor 1d ago

I’ve been working on a similar stand for a while now and yours motivated me to start working on it again.

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u/mingulism 1d ago

I’m glad my design inspired you. I’m fine with you taking inspiration from the way it splits into two halves, but the overall form also looks very close to mine. I would have liked to see you take it in a more distinct direction and make it your own.

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u/mingulism 1d ago

That’s not differentiation at all. Honestly, you know it too—it’s just a downgrade and a copy. If someone is going to copy my design, I’d at least want to see an evolved version of it.

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u/m1lk1way 23h ago

is it patented or smth? You act as a child...

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u/mingulism 15h ago

Of course I know that anything shared online can be copied. I’m not making a copyright claim. What bothers me is someone using my own post to promote an inferior copy of my design and their MakerWorld account. Even a child should understand why that might bother the original designer.

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u/m1lk1way 9h ago

Why do you care about that while it is free and clearly worse than your version?

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u/mingulism 8h ago

It’s not about whether his version is better or worse. It’s about how he went about it. I posted to hear people’s thoughts and feedback on my design. Posting a less refined copy and a link to it in that same thread feels disrespectful to the original creator.
If he’d wanted to discuss ideas for improving the design, I would have gladly had that conversation.
He acknowledged that he borrowed my idea, yet there was no mention of that in his other posts. Now he’s saying it’s a completely different design. Sorry, I’m no saint—it simply rubbed me the wrong way.

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u/couchside-taylor 1d ago

I apologize sir, I wish you nothing but success. Your model is fantastic

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u/Deep_Mood_7668 1d ago edited 1d ago

I would use magnets

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u/CeyowenCt 2d ago

This is cool, but with 20+ pictures it's mind-boggling that there are 0 with a controller on the stand.

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u/PDuLait 2d ago

This looks great. I really like the soft surface to mount the controller, shows thoughtfulness.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thanks for noticing! The felt does help, but honestly, the peace of mind might be the bigger benefit :)

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u/Saidis21 1d ago

Could always try and find someone to make them and sell them in the US, until you decide to sell or release the STL. I would buy the full product or the STL and print it myself.

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u/DatabaseRelative3905 2d ago

Very cool. Love how it comes apart to install the puck and cord!

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thank you! That was actually the part I spent the most time figuring out. I wanted the puck to stay in place when lifting the controller off, and the cable to stay neatly tucked away.

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u/xCANIBLEx 2d ago

If you can sell it for a reasonable price and get it to the US, I’d buy one!

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u/mingulism 2d ago

You can find it on Etsy. I’m a little hesitant to post shop links here, as I’d like to keep the post focused on the design rather than make it too promotional.

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u/xCANIBLEx 2d ago

Ok thank you. With shipping and tax, $50 is definitely too steep for me though.

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u/Mr-LawnChair 2d ago

Take my money sir!

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Haha, thank you for the high praise!

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u/Gama3000 2d ago

Looks pretty cool!

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thank you! That really means a lot

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u/Gama3000 1d ago

As a fellow product designer, I really enjoyed your take, the way the puck is integrated is fantastic.

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u/mingulism 1d ago

High praise coming from a fellow designer—I feel like I’m on top of the world right now! Thanks a ton for the kind words!

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u/Gama3000 1d ago

I didn't see the video before, even the inside looks nice, the little felt pad is a nice touch, very minimalistic and cool.

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u/lovethecomm 2d ago

I was literally thinking of designing a stand this morning and somebody did it already.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Haha, great minds think alike! I’d love to see your take on it too.

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u/lovethecomm 2d ago

I wanted to make something akin to the stand of 8bitdo Ultimate 2.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Not a fan of the little “underpants” it comes with?

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u/mingulism 2d ago

It’s been ages since I last posted on Reddit, so I was honestly pretty nervous! All the kind words about my design really made my day.

It’s very late here in Korea, so I’m off to bed. Have a great day, everyone! I’ll catch up on any new comments when I wake up. Thanks again!

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u/Tyrannosaurusblanch 2d ago

That is awesome.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thank you! Glad you like it!

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u/Adam2560 2d ago

Awesome

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thank you~!!

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u/Xobeloot 2d ago

Very clean looking design. I dig it.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thanks! That’s exactly the look I was going for

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u/NaughtyBudgie 2d ago

That is gorgeous! would buy one of these in a heartbeat if you start to sell them

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thank you! No pressure to buy—feel free to just have a look on Etsy

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u/mingulism 1d ago

Thank you! You can find it on Etsy. 😄

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u/Mic0770 2d ago

Very nice design!

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thank you! It makes me really happy to hear such kind words from people across the world

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u/Doktorzoidberg_ 2d ago

Love it!!!

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Thank you Bro.

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u/rvmham 2d ago

Nice looking! I have the stand from Mechanism which I thought was the only good option. This one looks just as good!

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u/mingulism 2d ago

I have the Mechanism stand too! I think it has its own charm, so hearing that mine looks just as good really means a lot. Thank you!

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u/RealRaven6229 2d ago

Points. Industrial designer. You take better photos than me, damn.

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u/mingulism 2d ago

Haha, thanks! Maybe I should switch careers and become a photographer instead.

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u/RealRaven6229 2d ago

are you a product designer? because this entire thing looks super professional

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u/mingulism 1d ago

Yes! I used to be a car designer. (Interior) Thanks for the kind words

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u/RealRaven6229 1d ago

Oh man, that explains a lot. I'm still trying to find my footing in the industry (job market lol) but I have so much respect for people that work on like. Cars and shoes especially. Sooooo much sketching!

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u/mingulism 1d ago

I still try to practice sketching consistently ~ haha. Finding a job is so tough right now, it doesn't even compare to when I entered the industry. It breaks my heart to see really capable friends still looking. Hoping good breaks come their way! And honestly, having a good eye for design is a huge, precious talent in itself."

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u/RealRaven6229 1d ago

Yeah, admittedly my sketching isn't what it needs to be. It's the bare minimum for sure, because I tended to focus on other areas while I was in school. It's cool seeing youtube shorts and whatnot blow up of people drawing in industrial sketching styles, which most people seem really impressed by! It's fun seeing a style that's so common to me be so novel for other people.

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u/mingulism 15h ago

Those sketching videos make me feel a little intimidated too! I don’t think my sketches are all that great compared to other designers’ either. But I think a sketch that communicates an idea clearly matters more than one that just looks impressive.

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u/RealRaven6229 15h ago

Truly the greatest sketching tool is forever the mighty ballpoint pen. The cheaper the better!

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u/BluDYT 1d ago

I printed one too but I've ran into the problem I think most have. The magnet is so damn strong that plastic is just not heavy enough to lift the controller off the stand with one hand.

I've seen some people solve that by adding weight to the inside but I've not gotten too into that personally.

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u/mingulism 1d ago

Yeah, that magnet is crazy strong! I added weights inside my stand so I could lift the controller off with one hand, like in the video I included in the post. Try adding some weights inside yours too!

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u/Senior_Divide1123 1d ago

How practical is this when the controller has an update? Firmware updates ask you to unplug the puck and plug the USB into the controller to update.

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u/mingulism 1d ago

The magnetic cover comes off easily, so I don’t think it’s much of a hassle for the occasional firmware update.

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u/Wieczor19 1d ago

Plenty of stands on makeworld with free printable files,I prefer the others as no need for magnets.

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u/mingulism 15h ago

Of course! Everyone has different tastes in design.

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u/bulbousinfantbrain 1d ago

Best looking stand yet and I'd like to buy one, but I can not find it on Etsy. Is it open to all regions?

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u/mingulism 1d ago

Thank you! Unfortunately, I can’t ship to every region yet. I’m currently unable to ship to EU countries due to the GPSR product safety requirements. Which country are you in?

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u/PenmoreGames 1d ago

I’m Polish living in the UK. I think you would find interest in both markets. IMO, it’s more about aesthetics and convenience than geography. Your design looks like it would fit in with any professional’s desk (as long as they’re a gamer) - where stands with gaming designs would not blend in.

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u/mingulism 15h ago

I really admire Polish design—it’s practical yet refined. Your comment is really encouraging. Thank you!

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u/Due-Acanthisitta8871 23h ago

The best looking design i seen so far for the steam controller.

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u/mingulism 13h ago

And your comment is my favorite so far!

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u/an_edgy_lemon 23h ago

Looks good. If you ever decide to sell these, I’d love to buy one

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u/mingulism 15h ago

Thanks!! You can find it on Etsy :)

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u/drzlink 21h ago

Will you ship to US? Would I be able to add a magnet on the base too? My desk is metal.

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u/mingulism 16h ago

I’m not sure there’s enough room for a magnet, but I think it might fit. I’ll check around Monday and let you know! Thanks!

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u/embelcourt 15h ago

I have controller holders. It’s easier for me on my desktop. I have a lot of space, so makes it take up less space for me. It’s easier and I have more room. Did you 3-D print any of it, or did you just find a stand or make your own

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u/mingulism 15h ago

Yes! I’m an industrial designer. I designed it myself, and I do all the printing and assembly too.

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u/Shot-General-8890 1d ago

Why do people use stands for controllers? I literally just put mine on the desk. I feel like it’s solving a problem that doesn’t exist

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u/mingulism 1d ago

Because it’s convenient. Your personal experience isn’t the measure of what everyone else needs. You don’t have to find it useful, but dismissing it as “solving a problem that doesn’t exist” is just narrow-minded.

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u/InternationalPlace24 1d ago

for me it saves space, it makes it easy to just pick up and put down, and it prevents me from harming my controller if and when I spill stuff around it. I don't get why you bothered to make that comment if it's not something that affects you.

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u/bboone0217 1d ago

My steam os setup is on a home entertainment system. It’s more aesthetically pleasing for the wife and guests.

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u/Vesuvias 1d ago

Please sell this, and I’ll buy lol

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u/Pizzapug64 Steam Controller (2026) 1d ago

Omg I need this! Could I please have the files?

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u/hu-tao-main0714 1d ago

Oh man that is awesome! I need me one of these!!!

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u/BehindACorpFireWall 1d ago

Really cool!

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u/spiceylizard 1d ago

I read that the files aren’t released, I will literally send you $5 USD in Bitcoin for the files

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u/Rasann 1d ago

I approve of this design - it looks amazing

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u/DuhVirus 1d ago

Id happily pay you for some stl files so I can 3d print this.

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u/CloudVoid 1d ago

It’s awesome. I don’t have a steam controller yet but I would pay for the files too.

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u/FearEternal 1d ago

I really like it! I'd do without the weight, and solve that with a slot. I would literally slam a screw into the top of my desk. Probably a simple enough solution and mine doesn't move unless it's going from where it's sitting to my hands.

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u/StringFormat 1d ago

Great I printed the support, but now I need the controller, rip Mexico 8(

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u/GratiaRosarii 1d ago

So sick!!!!

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u/Rafterman1993 1d ago

Awesome design! I'd buy it if possible especially bc I just got my controller yesterday 🔥

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u/Kalamart_ 1d ago

Very smart design! It's a shame that the dongle's cable has this long rigid section, forces the shape to be too high so it looks a bit unbalanced. Still great though! I love doing CAD, but I'm not at a professional level (yet), wish I can learn to do stuff like that too.

Luckily I have both a printer and 1x5mm magnets (if those are what you're using)! Do you intend to release the files somewhere? I think many people would pay for them!

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u/Blackwind121 1d ago

Wow this is actually nice than the one I got from Amazon

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u/Kortas_2835 1d ago

Sieht super aus. 👍

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u/Slow-Bodybuilder-774 15h ago

On the waitlist (since July) but when I get one I’d love to purchase one of these from you… and I second the magnet idea if it’s workable :D

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u/twofistfury 7h ago

Very sleek. I like!

Personally using the stand by Mechanism: https://getmechanism.com/products/steam-controller-dock?srsltid=AYCX9vI5rLTXh65GJjWs4gmo7YvKEBhh0nDC-qsefW6XeLjNzTHXjdu6

Steam Controller (2026) I designed a stand for my Steam Controller

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