iPad Pro Stand

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I recently acquired an iPad Pro and was dissatisfied with the durability of most tablet stands available, including one I had designed previously. To address this issue, I created a new stand that boasts an adjustable pitch and a robust structure. For added strength, I incorporated 3mm thread inserts made from brass cylinders, which I sourced on Amazon. These cylindrical components are 5mm in diameter and depth, and when heated with a soldering iron and embedded into the plastic, they become incredibly strong due to their knurled edges. To maximize efficiency, I recommend purchasing 100 or more of these inserts at around $8 each – they're truly worth their weight in gold. If you'd rather not go through the trouble, you can try embedding M3 nuts using a similar method; however, this approach is significantly more challenging. The pivot bar and support strut feature knurled threaded inserts where screws pass through. This design allows for an exceptionally adjustable pitch while keeping the hooks out of the way, enabling users to comfortably type on their screen if desired. The stand measures approximately 130mm in length but is remarkably strong considering its size. To facilitate remixing, I have uploaded the STL files and will shortly provide the .f3d file as well. For printing, I recommend using a White Labs Custom CoreXY printer with settings such as: - Resolution: 0.22 - Infill: 50% - Printer Speed: 150mm/s I personally printed this stand without rafts or supports but achieved optimal results by utilizing 50% rectilinear infill and recommending three layers on top and bottom, along with three perimeters. The entire process took about an hour and a half to complete.