Cluster (the full sized) Stool

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DOWNLOAD NOW ONLY AVAILABLE AT WWW.PONGOSTORE.COM A sleek and modern stool that seamlessly blends into the most contemporary of interiors. This is a fully-sized stool designed specifically for printing on your desktop 3D printer! To assemble, simply choose your preferred printing material, repeat the print three times, and apply a generous coating of Pongo PLA Gel adhesive* to all joint faces. Other adhesives can be used if you're aware of a suitable one for the purpose, but we strongly recommend using this specific adhesive to ensure a secure bond. Once the adhesive is applied, snap the parts together, ensuring the top joints are flush and flat. Place the assembly upside down on a flat surface (using a mat or newspaper) and let it sit overnight with some weight applied to the top, such as thick books or 4-5 KG reels of Pongo filament ;). Legs made from unfinished oak or ash are available from G&S Specialist Timber, and we ordered lengths of 500mm for our stool. Please note that both your leg socket (created by your printer) and the timber leg diameter may vary slightly. The design is engineered to create a tight fit of a 35mm leg, eliminating the need for screw fixings. However, you might find it necessary to sand or plane the ends of the legs to achieve a snug fit. Alternatively, wait until we upload the revised edition with a slightly larger socket size and some screw fixing holes. We're also working on designing stools for printers with narrower print beds. The current design requires a bed width (printable width) of 200mm, but we'll continue to develop products that cater to those with printers as narrow as 145mm. Follow us on social media for updates on upcoming product launches. *Please note that we don't recommend using the Pongo Activator with this assembly, as it may require a full 24 hours to achieve maximum strength. Printing Settings and Tips: Use a raft for a consistent top finish and minimize the chance of the print pulling away from the bed. Supports are necessary due to the top overhang, so keep them to a minimum. Fill density should not be less than 5% but aim for at least 10% for optimal support between the leg and seat. For added peace of mind, we used a glue stick on the print bed to increase adhesion during our first test print. Seat belts and crash helmets are recommended if you want to leave it on autopilot overnight :). Layer height: We recommend a resolution of 0.3 for this design. If you're feeling adventurous, try using bed-only supports instead of internal ones. We haven't tried this yet, but it could save everyone a half hour or so per print and reduce filament waste. Post-Printing Assembly: The three printed parts will snap together easily, making an excellent side table, but if you want to sit on the stool, extra strength is required. For this, we use our Pongo PLA Gel Adhesive available from the Pongo Store. Apply it liberally to one face of all joint surfaces. How I Designed This: Pongo - Design 4 Purpose We aimed to create a stool that could be printed on a desktop printer without relying on brackets or screw fixings. With its simple overlapping circular design, the Cluster stool creates its own natural strength, which is improved when sat on. However, we still recommend gluing the parts together to prevent any twisting motion while seated. Once properly jointed, the three components form a very robust stool top to which you can add legs of your choice. Please refer to the description for links to suitable timber leg suppliers and our Pongo PLA Gel Adhesive available from the Pongo Store. Intellectual Property: Please respect the Creative Commons Licence Terms under which this product is released. We'd love for you to print and share this download, but please always respect and follow the creative commons licence terms for all products you download. This product is created under the Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International license. You can find more information about creative commons licenses at https://creativecommons.org.