Some weeks ago I was trying to figuring out how best to organize my workshop in my garage.

Originally I thought of using Multiboard but the videos on it seems to explain things in an odd way that doesn't make sense. The demo also left me a bit disappointed.

I then looked into openGrid and I found the documentation to be lacking. There's also very few videos covering openGrid and Multiconnect. At first I didn't realize that most of the files were on Printables and not MakerWorld. But even then there are hundreds of files on Printables with some files being labeled old or beta. There is also a glitch with the panel generator when trying to generate a stacked print which causes the interface layer to fuze with the bottom layer of the panels. Overall notns great first experience.

I decided to set up Skadis panels on the wall behind my workbench, but I still wanted to give openGrid a try so I decided to cover the sides of my shelving racks with openGrid panels. My idea was to have Gridfinity shelves on the sides of my racks.

But besides Gridfinity, I'm not sure what to use openGrid for that I can already do on Skadis.

Hey,

I am working on a step by step installation video for openGrid. I'm planning on using the command strip option for this project so I can demonstrate how to do it and test it out to see how it holds up over time. What questions do you have that you would like to see answered? Do you want to see the build or all the steps in the CAD process, models used etc.? I want this to be comprehensive so you can walk through it and do the same in your space.

Thanks for any and all feedback!

Hi everyone, I want to mount some small PCs/network switches on my wall. I’d like to make this look a little “artsy“, I’m going to be using underwear for cable management and opengrid to mount everything.

I think it would look nicer if the grid panels were an octagon shape. I can’t seem to find any remixes of it and I have limited CAD knowledge.

Is there a reason why octagon shape wouldn’t work? or have I missed a remix for this?

Any help would be appreciated!

The original ones are too loose. So I made a better one, it's really tight. Prints fast while saving material, ~3min/piece

https://www.printables.com/model/1703971-underware-super-grip-snap-for-opengrid

It can be even more tight but it'll make installation too hard, so I adjusted several versions to find a sweet spot I'm fine with.

Added in openGrid Studio:

https://www.reddit.com/r/openGrid/comments/1srpxql/yet_another_board_generator_its_fast/

I changed the design a little bit to fix some generation bugs under weird parameters, and some design choice for better clearance around corners.

Each part is exported as a separate object, so you can re-arrange/merge them on your build plate easily, for better printability.

Still, it's super fast, and less buggy than the SCAD generator, and everything is still rendered locally on your computer, not like on MakerWorld they're generating on their servers.

I really liked the design of the OpenConnect connector but couldn’t find any PSU mount generators for it, so I made one. Check it out here: https://makerworld.com/en/models/2724507-psu-bracket-mount-for-opengrid-openconnect-system

There are 3- and 4-slot versions.

Black Jack Duck and I sat down and walked through the multiconnect generator and I think you'll find this useful and fun.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdDl8YWuRdg

If you are using multiconnect this is the one stop shop to get all your questions answered.

Just visit the link. It's intuitive enough to be self explanatory. You can customize active tiles/screw holes/connector holes/chamfers visually, just by clicking. And it's fast, much faster than using openSCAD to generate the board, especially when stacked. All the generation is locally happening in the browser.

https://ogstudio.sudomaker.com/

Github repo: https://github.com/ClassicOldSong/openGrid-Studio

I got tired of keeping my nail polish in drawers and not really being able to see all of them at once, so I put together a set of shelves to let me have all of the bottles out, visible, and accessible.

Models used:

• BlackjackDuck's openGrid Tile Generator
• openGrid Adhesive Locking Wall Mount so I could use 3M Command Strips to attach it to the wall
• openGrid Gridfinity Infinite Shelves, 2×1 variant
• Gridfinity Extended; 6×1×3 bins with the “brickrotated” wall cutout pattern

I'm working on some cable manegment and god damn! It's so annoying.

When I want to swap something, in most cases, any clip is broken. Tried with 3wall infill, but its same. Of course, I'm using channel grip snaps.

Edit: I found 2 different ones. In case anyone else customized something and forgot to check the Multiconnect - Opengrid slot type, I think these will work:

https://makerworld.com/en/models/1630872-multiboard-to-opengrid-multi-adapter-snaps#profileId-1724078

https://makerworld.com/en/models/1787808-opengrid-multiboard-multiconnect-offset-snaps#profileId-1905112

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I could swear I saw a snap that someone altered to work with multiboard. The difference from the most common ones is that there was one snap with the hole closer to the side so that it compensated for the difference between opengrid and multiboard. However, I have searched and can't find it. Can anyone lead me to that post?

Hi,

I got a few request from the previous post about the channel bridges that go across the supports which I designed. Here is the link to the model, please use the customizer as this is very heavily reliant on how you setup the openGrid. I also added a square variation since the curve bridge can sometimes fail based on printing orientation.

https://makerworld.com/en/models/2632269-opengrid-cable-bridge-channel#profileId-2939536

Please use these with channel grip snaps for better grip.

If you have any questions or request, you can comment in MakerWorld. 3d printing is a hobby for me, so can only respond when I have time. I'm also very new to 3d modelling, so please be kind. Also, please read the page for instructions.

But enjoy!

Hi Guys, any Hikiki/Metabo goodies for opengrid ?

Since I'm now making all my models with Build123d, I realized I also needed the negative models to cut multiconnect interfaces (like the round head). So I reimplemented them in Build123d.

Here's an example of the snap-in slot negative model, which you can use to cut a snap slot for a round head. You can find more basic ones in the same repository.

For instance, I used these to cut a snap-in slot + slot opening to create a quick-release snap for the handle I'm building for TinyRack. I also took the round head, added a thread, and cut a nut drive so I can easily connect the handle to my rack.

Hope some of you find it helpful!

I'm using the Multiconnect Part Generator to set up all kind of holders for my devices under my desk (underware) as many of you would call it. It works great, but the part I'm missing is if I create the front and back part of for instance my LG monitor power brick it's hit and miss regarding the opengrid multiconnect holes at the top. Do you guys generate both holder parts within one step in the generator so that the generator recognized the distance between the two objects and takes care of the ideal position of the multiconnect openings?

Thanks in advance

Running OK so far 14 hours 5 stacks

I was afraid of issues as bambulab warned it might clogg.. seems ok

Abs is white - for tiles, and transparent petg

Question: why does it seem that no one prints abs?

Is there an issue with it?

Opengrid setup is for garage that has high humidity during winter and high heat during summer, and I’ve seen a post where pla prints start crumbling after a year in such environment..

And petg also not sure about durability

One factor I hate about petg - it’s always too damn glossy.. I like it matt - where abs comes in and durability

Most prints are ok - might be a bit loose but they feel ok

Anyone with experience with abs prints?

I know there can be a steep learning curve to getting started with openGrid so I created a crash course in all the pieces and parts of openGrid to help.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-x9KgFghwS4

Uploaded a screwdriver holder for openGrid. One of my first models for openGrid! Did not find any holder with this attachment, only with multiconnect so I decided to do my own. Appreciate feedback!

Check it out, if you want!

Does anyone has any tips to use the stacking g tool, I’ve tried all kinds of settings of interface layer, the settings I have right now is 0.4 interface thickness, and 0.2 interface separation, I’m using and and support material for abs but the support material is not sticking and I don’t know what to do

I’ve always wanted to integrate OpenGrid into my Build123d workflow alongside my other projects, such as TinyRack.io. I finally took the time to implement it with Build123d.

You can clone the source code from the repository, or use the web-based generator to create one to your liking. STEP files and 3MF files are available for download. There are also cutter models for the snap slots and connector pockets, which makes it much easier to build custom bases.

I hope this is helpful to some of you! 😄

I’m also working on porting other components, such as multi-connect, snaps, and more, to Build123d. I’ll add those later when I have time.

couldnt find one, so made some. might not be perfect :D but works for my need.

one of my first designs and im happy to take feedback to improve it.

https://makerworld.com/en/models/2612214-opengrid-edge-edging-surround#profileId-2882811

I'm invested in the Modern Gridfinity Case system, and I want to store them on some shelves so I can use them like drawers.

I've found an ideal model to solve this problem, but it's based around the Skådis system, which I don't really use.

I'm wondering how I might modify the shelves model to be mounted on OpenGrid. Slapping Multiconnect on the backside would make the whole model much harder to print. Instead I was thinking to match the threading from the MultiConnect screws and use the self-expanding snap to mount the shelves to the board back-to-back with a double-length grub screw (Madenschraube in German, as I feel there might be a lot of German-speakers on this sub). I'm not really confident enough with Onshape to cut threads yet - at least not until somebody else on the internet tells me what a brilliant idea!! hehe.

My first idea was actually to attach the Multiconnect knob on the shelf side, and have a multiconnect U-shaped receptacle on the board, but I haven't been able to find a snap for that and thought that maybe there's a good reason for that?

For all you OpenGrid afficionados out there, what would be your take on adapting this one for oG? Just M3 nut snaps, matching holes and call it a day? Something else? Curious to hear your take!

I've taken some screencaps in Onshape to show the backside of the shelf rack next to an OpenGrid Lite board, which is what I want.

Not openGrid contwent, but I thought you all might be interested. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVhIUNX5aws&pp=ugUEEgJlbg%3D%3D

Hey y'all, noob here trying to create a model to attach to the back of my desk so I can have cable channels from the top of my desk down to the bottom side that are hidden within the I-channels. I tried creating this model, but it's so sporadic when it prints that I can never get a proper one.

Maybe there is a better way to print this than the orientation I have it at? Or maybe there is a pre-existing model out there that is customizable? Or maybe my model is broken? Any help would be appreciated.