Hot Swap 45 Degree Pivoting Arcade Control Mount

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UPDATE 2/10/2020 - The design has been completely overhauled. Now, a 5 inch hole is all that's needed instead of the previous 6 inch. This revised design provides significantly greater sturdiness compared to its predecessor. All outdated models have been discontinued. UPDATE 2/16/2020 - A mounting spacer for attaching Suzo STC 500 (also known as Euro-Stik) joysticks, Q*Bert joysticks, Coin Control Inc joysticks, and other similar joysticks has been added. UPDATE 2/17/2020 - A plate specifically designed for Sanwa style joysticks has been integrated into the design. UPDATE 2/20/2020 - The screw hole pattern on all plates has undergone minor tweaks to enhance overall stability. UPDATE 3/11/2020 - Plates for DIY Spinner, Push-Pull Spinner, and a blank plate have been added to the design. UPDATE 3/13/2020 - A GRS Tron Joystick mounting plate along with Tron style vector graphics has been incorporated into the project. Simply print out a sticker and affix it to complete the look. UPDATE 5/4/2020 - The GRS Tron Joystick mounting plate has been revised for optimal performance. UPDATE 5/5/2020 - Mounts and plates for 18mm and 3/4 inch (19mm) panels have been added to the design. --- IF YOU REQUIRE A CUSTOM PLATE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. I'LL DO MY BEST TO ASSIST YOU. This is an arcade control mount designed to accommodate almost any type of arcade controller. It allows for seamless swapping between different controllers and pivots 45 degrees for games like Q*Bert and Congo-Bongo, while pivoting back for Pac Man or Donkey Kong. The mounting system latches into position, ensuring stability during gameplay. To utilize the hot swap capabilities, simply add cable connectors to your wiring, such as DB15. This feature is ideal for maximizing space by allowing you to swap out joysticks of various types, spinners, and other arcade controls with ease. The design caters to a wide range of controllers, including Q*Bert joysticks, Coin Control Inc joysticks, Suzo/Happ style joysticks, Sanwa Japanese style joysticks, GRS Tron Joystick, DIY Spinner, Push-Pull Spinner, and more. Each controller can be paired with a custom plate, allowing for infinite customization options. The original mounting plate is designed for Suzo/Happ style joysticks, while the Sanwa style joystick plate serves as a blank canvas for the Tron joystick. There's also a spacer for Suzo STC 500 joysticks and plates for DIY Spinner and Push-Pull Spinner. This bracket is specifically engineered for 1/2" thick control panels but also accommodates 18mm and 3/4 inch (19mm) panels with ease. The mounting system requires a 5 inch hole, secured by four screws underneath the panel. For optimal results, ensure the bracket sits just above the top surface of the control panel. I've invested significant time and effort into this design. If you find it useful, I would greatly appreciate any donation as I'm currently unable to work due to health issues and have limited income. Your support will be invaluable in helping my family and me during this challenging period. To print the plates, use 1.6mm walls with a minimum of 0.6mm top and bottom layers, along with 20% infill. For the mount, employ 1.2mm walls, 1mm top and bottom layers, and 20% infill. Animation preview: https://youtu.be/5ybwCHdXdns Video of it installed in my new control panel: https://youtu.be/Bl_WjCrAykc