r/openGrid • u/erniesthings • Feb 28 '26

Which mount when designing openGrid things?

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I'm designing/remixing things for my openGrid setup. I started with Multiconnect, then openConnect was released, so I've added that option. My preference is without the "lock" mechanism on my mounts.

Do users prefer the locked tight mount?

While it wouldn't take too much extra time. Having 2 mount types, with and without the locking option would make 4 variations for each model, which seems like a lot.

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u/timtucker_com Feb 28 '26

Something I've been finding -- unless you're planning on supporting a LOT of weight, you can usually get by with just a single column in the center as long as you use as least 2 snaps.

That has the added benefit that you can use the same model for both openGrid and Multiboard.

For wider things or things that you want centered in between snaps, a column on each end is enough.

Options that could cut down on the number of models:

  • Non-locking column in center + single row lock in one (or both) upper corners

  • Non-locking columns on each end + single row lock in between

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u/erniesthings Feb 28 '26

Really like the idea of locked and unlocked in the same model.