JUMBO LACKet: IKEA LACK BRACKET FOR RIGIDITY

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Remix of the first Lack. I noticed that the bottom set of legs was kind of flimsy and were free to spin as they pleased. I knew there were braces for stability out there but I wanted to think outside the box instead of just printing 8 flanges for the bottom 4 legs. I extended the bracket model, making it retro-fit with the previous hole pattern but be aware that there's a top side to this design. The model has a tiny indentation on the inside to mark the top side. It definitely feels more rigid now with these brackets installed. Not a new idea. I just came across several projects where people use cheap IKEA Lack side tables as 3D printer storage. I saw lots of projects for full enclosures but honestly, I just wanted some connecting brackets so that I could trust this thing wouldn't fall apart when I wasn't looking. I stumbled on a few designs for just the bracket while browsing the internet but I wanted something sturdy, so I took some measurements and threw one together with my own flair. I may have gone a bit overkill but all in all, I enjoy the aesthetic. I'm using 1-inch #10 pan head construction screws that cost $2 at Home Depot and drilled 1/8-inch pilot holes. The screw holes are countersunk so they sit more or less flush. Printed mine in PLA with 20% infill, 10% seemed a bit weak.