Compact Kitchen Console - #CountertopChallenge

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Here is the spun text: Perfect for busy homeowners, the Compact Kitchen Console takes full advantage of limited countertop space. This unique console is the result of entering the First Build/Thingiverse Countertop Challenge. This incredible console features a reclining recipe book/tablet stand with adjustable angles (30, 45, and 60 degrees). Additionally, expandable platforms offer 11.4 inches of additional counter top space for a total horizontal space of up to 22 inches and 154 cubic inches of workspace. A digital weighing scale provides accurate weight measurements up to 6.6 lbs. The digital kitchen timer has a stopwatch and countdown feature for convenient cooking time tracking. A fun "spin the wheel" cuisine selector helps take the stress out of deciding what to cook. This innovative console also includes a storage compartment ideal for holding small kitchen items such as a post-it note grocery list or utensils. Dimensions are as follows: Collapsed: 10 inches wide x 7 inches deep x 11 inches tall Fully expanded with recipe stand completely upright: 22 inches long x 7 inches deep x 18 inches tall. Counter top footprint: 5.7" L x 5.2" W The total PLA plastic used is approximately 1.2 kg or 2.65 lbs. To print this console, download the provided STL files which are already oriented for printing. Any questions may be asked in comments below and will be promptly replied to. Printer settings: Print with any preferred settings. The following settings were used: Layer Height: 0.3 mm Infill: 10% Rafts: No Supports: Yes The sole exception is Build Plate #5: LCD Panel Faceplate, which requires printing at a single color due to button placement. For optimal print quality and reduced warping risk, it's recommended to apply Blue Painter's tape diagonally across the build plate. Some important details: CONNECTOR on Build Plate #5 joins together the back plate halves for longer prints. CONNECTORS on Build Plate #6 secure the front faceplate without requiring glue. The Cuisine Selector requires cylindrical rod and octagon object parts, found in Build Plate #9. Additionally, a pin is necessary to join the platforms. All non-3D printed parts come from the following links: Load cell: http://www.amazon.com/Taylor-Compact-Digital-Scale-Red/dp/B00J963J6S Kitchen timer components: http://www.amazon.com/Taylor-5842-21-Mini-Digital-Timer/dp/B006TG4QL8 A customized battery pack and circuit board housing were designed in this project.