Resin Printing Tool Drip Tray with Removable Grid Insert

When working with resin 3D printing, dirty tools are always a problem — placing them directly on the table is inconvenient and messy. I used to put paper towels under them all the time, but that solution is neither practical nor economical.

So I designed a simple tray (call it a tray, box, or container — the name isn’t that important 😄) with a removable grid insert. The insert has handles and allows excess resin or IPA to drip down into the bottom of the tray. From there, the liquid can be safely poured out later for proper disposal.

The model is very easy to print. The handles fit securely into the grid, even without glue. Just make sure to print two handles (or four for extra convenience).

Printing Notes

• Printed with 0.28 mm layer height

• Material: PETG

• 2 perimeters

• 3 top and 3 bottom layers

You are free to use any print settings or materials you prefer. The only critical requirement is to ensure that the bottom of the tray is fully watertight, so that IPA or resin does not leak.

Material Disclaimer

I’m not sure how PETG behaves in long-term contact with alcohol, so for better chemical resistance I recommend using more durable materials such as ASA.

Source File

I’ve included the original Blender file, so you can easily modify the model to suit your own needs.