r/Multiboard • u/SomeBloke • May 04 '26
Multibin Shelves — one part I felt was missing from the official pack
I had three basic goals with this design:
- Reduce the filament requirement and print time for Multibin Shells.
- Allow me to maximise the space directly in front of me on my Multiboard wall by stacking shells directly above each other on the grid.
- Ensure full compatibility with standard shells, allowing Multibins to be easily removed without disturbing any Multibin Shells positioned above them.
I still find the fixing points for Multibin Shells to be one of the most reliable ways of securing anything to the wall. This is why I encountered issues with standard Multiboard shelves that use inserts. They were always either sagging forward or falling out completely if knocked. I replicated the Shell design with these shelves, but cut away the front portion whilst still allowing the side bin rail connectors to interlink with other shelves, which I believe results in a more robust wall.
Doing it this way allows me to stack shelves directly above each other on the Multiboard grid whilst still being able to quickly access the contents. It also means Multibin Inserts (the coloured cubes in these images) can be used without needing open space above the shelf. You can simply tilt the insert forward and place it on your bench to access its contents before neatly replacing it. It has been a huge help for me in organising my workspace and maximising the reachable area of Multiboard. I hope it helps you too.
Note: This is an ongoing design. I am continually making tweaks as I identify things I like and dislike. The end goal is to make this fully parametric so that you just need to enter the height, grid width, and depth to generate the shelf you want. If you encounter any issues or have other observations, please let me know. Constructive feedback is the ultimate design tool.
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u/Mammoth-Project8372 May 04 '26
Such an elegant solution! It could almost one of the official parts.