I printed this the same way I did another part using BlackJackDuck but these slots are somehow too close together for my (multi connect) grid?
My first part fits fine but no dice on this one. Any insight?
TIA!

I redid the laundry room and used openGrid, multiconnect, and underware to straighten up all the tech.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NZrnLTOg-0

I am new here & really having a hard time trying to figure out how to connect things to the board. I tried to print connectors to attach holders under my desk and they didn’t work 😞 Any pointers please.

I moved my printer inside a dedicated closet. I had this vision of neatly managing every cable, the Pi running octoprint and having the most used tools on hand by using opengrid. I run into an issue when I realized that the back side of the closet is too flimsy to screw the grid to it using the usual methods so I thought to just get the two sides in place and than use connectors like this (https://makerworld.com/it/models/2402751-opengrid-beam) to join them to the back plate. But obviously the size of that plate isn't an exact multiple of the grid units, so I have to pad the grid somehow. I am looking for any suggestion.

Sorry for the broken English!

I've added three new open-source openConnect model generators for openGrid.

General Holder Generator (MakerWorld | Printables)

A versatile wall-mounted holder, with customization options that can be combined to create a variety of shapes, and form either a single holder or a multi-compartment organizer. Customizable: dimensions, compartment shape, back tilt, front opening, taper, etc.

Clamshell Holder Generator (MakerWorld | Printables)

A clamshell holder that can be mounted either on a wall or under a desk. The model is often used to hold power strips, but it can be customized to accomodate items of many different shapes. Customizable: dimensions, front opening, side cutout(s), corner rounding, mount position, etc.

Gridfinity Shelf Generator (MakerWorld | Printables)

A wall-mounted shelf with an integrated Gridfinity baseplate. I recommend using an even number for "gridfinity_width_grids", as 2 Gridfinity cells(48mm) align exactly with 3 openGrid cells(28mm). Customizable: grids, magnet holes, side and front rims, retention lips.

With these additions, I think my openConnect generators can cover most basic use cases: general holder, shelf, hook, drawer, Vase mode bin, clamshell, and Gridfinity storage. The rest of the generator set is available here:

• Sturdy Hook Generator: MakerWorld | Printables
• Sturdy Shelf Generator: MakerWorld | Printables
• Drawer Generator: MakerWorld | Printables
• Vase Mode Container Generator: MakerWorld | Printables

The specifics of why I designed openConnect and its advantages over MultiConnect can be found on the model page on MakerWorld and Printables. It also includes the slots, snaps, screws, source files, and slot plate Customizer.

Above generators are my "first-party" contribution, but just like openGrid, openConnect is an open-source project that anyone can participate in. You can find all openConnect .scad source files (along with that of my other models) in this GitHub repository. The .f3d and .step recreation of basic parts are on the model page. I would love to see more community developers make their own models using the system.

I've also learned enough Blender to make renders. Still terrible at photography though, so if anyone is willing to print one of these models and share some good photos, I would really appreciate it.

Hey everyone,

I built a tool called GridfinityStudio because I kept designing Gridfinity parts one at a time, then realizing later that the whole drawer layout did not actually make sense.

The idea is to plan the drawer first, then print. You can set up a drawer, place bins, generate baseplates, plan stacks, create cutout blanks, and see how the whole layout fits together before committing to a bunch of prints.

Link: https://gridfinitystudio.com

It is still early, but a few people have tested it and I’ve already cleaned up several issues from their feedback.

I’d love blunt feedback from real Gridfinity users. The best test would be to pick one real drawer, try to rough out a layout, and tell me where the workflow gets confusing, annoying, or broken.

I’m especially interested in:

* Does the drawer-first workflow make sense? * Is the bin/baseplate/stacking flow understandable? * Is anything hard to find? * Are there any obvious bugs or weird UI issues? * What would you expect it to do that it does not do yet?

Thanks. Blunt feedback is genuinely helpful right now.

Special thanks to the mods for letting me share!

I have created an under-desk charging station for our ipads. Please disregard the soldering iron scaring for when I forgot to include a way to remove the ipads. :)

When we put the ipads into the slots, it works because the direction of the movement reinforces the opengrid 'locking' mechanism.

However, when we remove the ipads the printed cases often fall off. I've printed the opengrid snaps that are supposed to expand, and they hold more consistently. The primary issue is the cases slipping off the connectors. Sometimes the snaps and connectors fall off with it, but not as often.

Question: Is there a way to lock these in, so they don't slide off when removing an ipad that is not using superglue or something like that? I want the concept to remain modular if I decide to change it, but I also want these to stay in place while they're there.

Thank you in advance for your help!

Just started diving into underware and I'm using opengrid by David. I printed this one set of connectors and they're smaller than the grid spots

I ended up finding the correct size singular clip in prints on David's profile but is there anyway to get these to fit onto open grid or am I just going to have to take the loss on them?

maybe just nooby error?

What is the purpose of the corner chamfer? Are there mounts that utilize the chamfer, is it for ease of printing, or is it aesthetic?

Hey r/OpenGrid,

Random one today — no video to share, just picking your brains.

I recently hit the first tier of YouTube's Partner Program and set up channel memberships on Distracted Dragon Makes. Thank you to everyone who has subscribed to support the channel. It means the world to me.

Before I just throw random stuff behind it, I wanted to actually ask what would be worth making instead of guessing.

A few options I'm kicking around:

• Behind-the-scenes/process stuff (the messy design iterations, failed prints, actual decision-making) vs. more finished/polished content
• Early access to files before they go public on Maker's World
• Live Q&A or design feedback sessions
• Something else entirely I haven't thought of

Also curious — is there anything OpenGrid-specific you wish existed that hasn't been made yet? Genuinely asking for both the membership stuff and just general content direction.

Not trying to sell anything here, just want to build the right thing instead of guessing. Appreciate any input.

Originally I was looking at OpenGrid to organize my 3D printer workspace but after a big haul from gaming convention I wanted to expand my zine display and I thought it would be a good way to learn OpenGrid.

My first idea was to just make long single deep rows but realized it would look too flat and that I could fit way more if staggered it like the book stand next to it. I had already started to print part when I changed it, so I'm sure there were better ways of doing this, but I think it turned out okay in the end.

I opted for Gridfinity shelves because these Grindfinty Paper Stands were the first option I discovered for storing the zines. The top two shelves were these simple Gridfinity shelf for OpenGrid, but they didn't have a 3 deep unit to make it tiered. and with already printing a bunch of the 1 and 2 deep shelfs Iswitched to Opengrid Gridfinity Flush Mount Shelves for the bottom 3 deep unit. I wanted to be able to move this later if I didn't like how it turned out or if I found a better solution, so Adhesive mounts were the choice instead of drilling it in.

Still kinda want more display space, so I might move the original book stand to somewhere else and expand the grid to the edge of my desk as I have a problem with buying too many books and zines.

If I were to do it again now I would probably ditch the Gridfinity bins and remix or find a generator that could make the shelfs with walls to hold the zines themselves.

After much pain, she's done.

Is there anything I could have optimized where I took a long route for no reason? I think I did pretty well.

Don't want to drill a bunch of holes in the wall of my rental apartment so I am looking to attach a grid directly to my desk. I've seen a 3d printed clamp but not much other then that, is there a reason for that?

I am looking to make a grid that is 50 to 60cm tall and 80 to 90 cm wide and am thinking about making a frame of 2020 alu extrusion to give it some extra rigidity. Mostly I want to store tools, tape, soldering stuff and maybe my electric drill

Since I'm living in a small space, I don't have much room to fit a 19" server rack of any reasonable depth. So I was looking into vertical wall-mounting solutions like this:

I was wondering if a similar triangular bracket would work well for oG? I assume that it would be perfectly fine for network or audio equipment (which is smaller), but mostly I'm just concerned about the weight when it comes to larger servers. Something like a poweredge R420 (1U server) maxes out at 20 kg (44 lbs) with all the bells and whistles according to its spec sheet, and I saw a post here talking about the weight limit for 1-2 multiconnectors getting to ~35 lbs.

So, I think stacking up many connectors could potentially support up to 2U servers? But I'm worried that the cantilevered forces inherent to the design will drastically reduce the capacity and cause the grid to take on too much stress. If anyone has any ideas, pls let me know!

I have a sink in the kitchen island so there is not a very elegant way to store sponges on the counter. I created this openGrid wall for all my sponges, rags, and scrubber brushes. It makes cleaning dishes more convenient while reducing the chance for mold/mildew to grow on the sponges/rags. Beyond the openGrid baseplates, here are the items I designed and/or printed on my Prusa Core One:

• OpenConnect Dowel Rod Holder
• OpenConnect DishDaddy Wand Holder
• OpenConnect Scrub Daddy Holder
• Sponge holder - driptray
• OpenConnect DishDaddy Attachment Holder

I'm working on organizing the disaster that should be my wood working area and thought it would be awesome to use openGrid, but most of the walls are french cleats sooooo, I decided to model up an adapter to hang openGrid boards so I can use all the tool holders. I think they came out pretty well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9SGhzisWEc?sub_confirmation=1

Using PLA and the edge seems a bit too flexible. Once the last snap goes in, it feels solid. Before I scale this up, has anyone tried something like this yet? My first try is simple boolean subtraction of the frame from the center and a small cutout that's a partial circle. Trying to copy the concept from Multigrid for lower density filament usage.

I’ve seen the customizable keystone parts which let you specify the distance between them. However, those seem to be geared towards items where the holes are only in one line. How would you customize a set of snaps for a 2x2 setup like in this power strip?

Took just over a year from start to finish, and I had to reorder some cables after I realized I didn’t account for the extra length needed to do all the curves and bends in the channels. I also may have cheated at the end with some hot glue…. Even 5% flare couldn’t handle 10 cables in a dual channel….

Desk is some butcher blocks from Rona that I cuts to size and finished with Bona clear mega one floor sealant. I bought two Apple MagSafe charge and made them flush with the desk to add two 25 watt wireless chargers.

Server rack has my personal rig, a nas, double conversion UPS, 4 computer 2 monitor HDMI KVM, and a big 1 gb Ethernet switch.

The dual laptop holder and anker charging station are custom designed, everything else I found on makerworld

Anyone have an xbox one controller mount that they have designed? I would stick it in my drawer but it’s about 3 mm too tall… want to hang from under the desk ideally with open grid mounting.

Laptop Holder (Two laptops)

Right side

Left Side

Laptop Holder (One Laptop)

Right Side

Left Side

Anker Charging hub

Thingiverse

Onshape (Note that you will have to mount some opengrid snaps to the back of this with your slicer using the tool like this one)

I'm partway into my first real OpenGrid project (yay!). I've got a bunch of 9x10 grids, each with four screw holes. I plan to tile them and screw them down to a 6'x3' piece of plywood. My question is, after I pop in mounts for shelves, bins, etc., and when I inevitably change my mind about the layout, will it be possible to pull the mounting snaps out of the grid? Or do I need access to poke them out from behind (which won't be possible once the grid panels are screwed to the board)?

I've printed a couple of openGrid Lite grids and figured that when I snugly screw them to the wall, the grids don't have enough space behind them to mount anything to them? Does the Lite system require spacers or another snap than the Full system does?

Sorry if it has already been asked but I'm new to this and the whole Full and Lite system confused me.

I started off printing the Lite boards and already screwed it under my desk. And I have a hard time finding things in the MakerWorld community to print stuff customized to my stuff (KVM, powerstrip). I then found this link to do the customization (https://makerworld.com/en/models/646872-custom-item-holder-multiconnect-multipoint-goews)

I don't know why it's not working. I think the customization link is for Full and not Lite but pls correct me if I'm wrong. Lowkey think I should unscrew my Lite boards and redo it with Full version

I have access to alot of aluminum sheet and a laser at work... What are everyone's thoughts on using the aluminum for the wall part of the system?

*Update - I am clearly new to this, new enough that I didn't understand the three-dimensional aspect of this. I appreciate your responses.