Design for 3D PrintingDesign an L-Bracket
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Design for 3D Printing

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1Design Thinking
  • Think Print-First
  • Design an L-Bracket
2Tolerances and Fit
  • Understanding Tolerances
  • Design Mating Parts
3Bridging and Edges
  • Bridging Gaps
  • Design a Bridge Structure
  • Chamfers & Fillets
4Multi-Part Design
  • Multi-Part Design
  • Design an Assembly
5Phone Stand Project
  • Phone Stand Design Brief
  • Project: Phone Stand
3D · Lesson 2 of 11Create an L-Bracket

Design an L-Bracket

An L-bracket is a common 3D printed part. Let's design one that prints without supports!

Task

  1. 1Create the vertical part - A box standing upright (1×4×6 units)
  2. 2Create the horizontal base - A box lying flat (4×1×6 units)
  3. 3Position them to form an "L" shape
  4. 4Ensure both parts sit on the build plate (Y = 0)

Design Tips

  • The bracket should be oriented so no overhangs exceed 45°
  • Position the vertical part at one end of the base
  • All surfaces should be print-ready!

Check the Print Readiness panel to verify.

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