Adjustable Bed Frame Support for IKEA Tarva

I felt like the queen size IKEA Targa bedframe could use some support in the middle, to keep the mattress in good shape.

So I've remixed this furniture leg model to suit it. It seems to work and I feel much more secure on the bed.

Thanks Matthias86 on Makerworld for his screw and threaded part design.

*** Design Rationale ***

I measured the support beam as 68mm wide, and 180mm from it's base to the floor, so that's what the support leg uses (68mm inner width)

I hollowed out the middle because I was trying to cheap out on print time.

*** Notes on Screw ***

I did not modify the screw design - it printed well for me with 0.4mm/0.2mm layer height

I found inserting the screw to be somewhat difficult - once you start inserting it, DON'T STOP or it kind of binds up (my guess is the friction cools off)

I used a tool to flatten the last 3 threads on the screw so I could get vice grips on to make it easier - you can see that hack job in the photos.

*** Settings ***

Nozzle: 0.4mm

Layer Height: 0.2mm

Walls: 5

Infill: 30% Crosshatch (I might update this if I find that it's not strong enough, but you are free to use your intuition here)

Supports: No (print it like it would be assembled)

Brim: Yes, I used a 15mm brim on the leg. High acceleration detatched it from the bed!!

Leg prints anywhere from 12-24hrs depending on your speed setup

Screw prints around 3.5hrs

*** Details ***

Two legs are provided, 129mm and 149mm height 

There is approximately 31mm of thread inside the legs

The screw is 10mm high with approx 79.5mm of thread.

If you print the shorter one, there's less screwing that has to be done (thankfully) but there'll be less thread engaged, my guess is it might be weaker against lateral forces (side to side motion on the bed). I'll try to let you know if mine breaks.

If you print the shorter one, it's the strongest configuration but it's a big of a screw around (pun) to get the height proper.

I don't know about you but I don't quite fit under the bed, so maybe dial it in to 180mm before trying to fit it.

This is my first print I've shared, if you love it, hate it or are indifferent, let me know - I hope to get better and create more to solve others problems.