HSW - Tape Storage Shelf (15mm Rods)

Features & Notes

• The endcap brackets have HSW sockets built-in - this allows you to hang small hook objects from the sides if you want.
• Depending on printer tolerances you may need to glue the brackets into their sockets, or otherwise use a shim to tighten the friction fit.
• 4 slots for rods to permit multiple configurations for cylindrical objects of multiple diameters.
• Inspired by https://www.printables.com/model/484705-hsw-tape-shelf but designed from the ground up.
• You may need to experiment with the 15mm camera rod lengths and centering. These 15mm rods are typically sold at multiples of 20mm or 50mm length. You will likely have a little bit left over and you may want to center it for aesthetic reasons.

Printing

• Print the left and right brackets in PLA or PETG to taste, depending on how much weight you will load the shelf with. Usually 2-walls 25% infill is more than enough.
• 3MFs are in the correct orientation for maximum strength and minimum support material.
• Only allow supports where touching the bed to prevent support material from generating inside the screwholes.

Assembly

• Insert 3x M3 nuts into the slots each bracket, pressing them all the way down. Verify they have reached the correct depth by confirming they are centered on the screw holes. The pockets are self-aligning for a standard M3 nut.
• Add 3x M3 washers, and 3x M3x16mm SCHS, and start the threads - stop before you begin to close the clamping mechanism.
• Insert rods - for most applications you can use the #1 and #3 positions, however if you have extremely narrow rolls or want to store other round objects you can adjust to taste.
• Adjust clamps to a ‘slip fit’, then mount on your HSW.
• Once you are satisfied with the alignment/squareness, proceed to tighten all clamping screws.