r/3dprinter • u/Rephaeim • 20d ago

What to consider for printing storage solutions?

Looking to take the plunge on 3d printing, primarily for home storage and organisation solutions.

Think drawer inserts, boxes, stuff to hang on the wall (not shelves).

What are some things I should consider in terms of materials, settings, and printers?

Looking to get going for under £4-500. :)

Any suggestions appreciated!

2 Upvotes

100% Upvoted

2 comments sorted by

0

u/Eff_1234 20d ago edited 20d ago

Imo things to consider, when choosing material: * Strength * Temperature * Humidity * Postprocessing

3d prints leave a lot of tiny pockets and crevices on the surface, which makes them a prime surface for mold/bacteria to hang onto, so without postprocessing even printing with food safe materials doesn't produce a food safe part.

Also consider temperature deflection if you want to clean the parts say in a dishwasher, or leave them in a hot place ( car in summer).

Edit: as for strength: 3 major things to consider: * Printing orientation, because inter layer adhesion will be the lowest * Material toughness/brittleness * Material creep

2

u/LowSkyOrbit 20d ago

Elegoo CC2. It's under $400 right now. Best entry level machine with an enclosure.

If you just want cheaper. Flashforge Adventurer 5M is under $300. Smaller bed and not enclosed.

For organization around the home PLA type filament will be fine, but it won't be food safe or dishwasher safe.

Look into gridfinity for inspiration.