Modeling Phase II

Eli Richards
 Adapted Assembly

Changes:
 Increased Counterweight (~21 lbs.)
 Cast Iron Counterweight (May be
replaced with pure iron or another
metal in a later adaption due to its
availably as sheet metal compared
to cast iron, and pure iron is
heavier).
 New door with an improved
snapping/latching design to keep
the door closed
 Holes in Acrylic for a lighter
weight design.
 Model Descriptions
Latching Door:
Holds the door closed while in
the closed position. The pin
was also replaced with a
plastic pin as it is difficult to
find purchasable of the exact
dimensions metal pins.
Sheet metal Bottom Side View:
Clamp/Counterweight The Holes in the Acrylic Panels Decrease the total
weight to ~9.349 lbs. This puts the center of mass to
: ~2.5" from the front of the desk, with the adaptions to
the counterweight, while the clamp rests 4" over the
Along with attachment pieces it acts as a desk. There are also extra counterweight pieces seen
counterweight. It also is the attachment in the depiction below and in the picture on the first
point of the clamp. slide which h increase the mass of the counterweight.
Bill of Materials
[] - amount {} - Cost/piece
(Note: some prices may be for multiple
pieces)

M12x80mm Bolts [4] {9.98}

https://www.amazon.com/M12-1-75-Screws-DIN933-Finish-Coverage/dp/B0BYZ9NTFW/ref=sr_1_10?crid=1ZN5CS68ZFXDN&keywords=m12%2Bx%2B70mm%2Bbolt&qid=1707420867&s=industrial&sprefix=m12%2Bx%2B70mm%2B%2Cindustrial%2C82&sr=1-10&th=1

M8x80mm Bolts [4] {4.75} https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-M8-1-25x80mm-Zinc-Hex-Head-External-Hex-Drive-Cap-Screw-2-Pieces-861638/323369460

M12 Nuts [12] {1.25} https://www.homedepot.com/p/M12-1-75-Zinc-Hex-Nut-1-Piece-862788/323369474
M8 Nuts [4] {1.25} https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-M8-1-25-Stainless-Steel-Hex-Nut-2-Pieces-862628/323370220
M12 Washers [12] {2.75} https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-M12-Zinc-Flat-Washer-5-Pieces-860908/323369682

M8 Washers [4] {1.25} https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-M8-Zinc-Flat-Washer-4-Pieces-863058/323369481

Acrylic Panels {Cost Undefined} https://americanacrylics.com/

Sheet Metal {Cost Undefined}

Current Cost: $46.48

Future Changes

 Compatibility with the MakerBot Replicator {bed size: 11.6" x 6.5" height = 7.6"}
- Door must be reduced or segmented, and PLA hinge/connection must also be segmented.

 Replace Cast Iron with a more accessible material (Pure Iron is denser than Cast Iron)
- Cast Iron = .260
- Pure Iron = .284
- Mild Steel = .284
- Brass = .307 - .318
Note the expense and accessibility of the above materials when choosing a material for the final design.

 Ensure the Bottom Clamp is compatible with the desk size during the design process.
Notable Questions:
Is there machinery available in which can create a 90* bend in ½" [Metal] sheets?
Is the laser cutter capable of cutting ½" [Metal] sheets?