MFD Attachment for Virpil Desk Mount V1

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<h1>Virpil Desk Mount MFD Attachment</h1> ### Description This mounting bracket allows users to attach a Thrustmaster MFD to a Virpil desk mount. The bracket features an adjustable mounting angle, enabling the MFD to be positioned vertically or at an angle up to 20 degrees from vertical. Multiple mounting screw options are available, and users should select them based on their abilities or access to required parts and tools. ### Mounting Screw Options #### Off-the-Shelf M8 Screws Users can simply use four M8 x 1.25mm thread screws with associated hex nuts. This is the simplest option, especially for those with shorter M8 screws and hex nuts on hand. However, it may make adjustments slightly more challenging. #### Fully Printed Thumb Screws The file "Thumb Screw M8 x 1.25 Thread All Plastic.stl" contains a fully 3D printed M8 x 1.25mm thumb screw with threads. Users will need to clean up the threads using an M8 x 1.25mm die. Alternatively, they can print "Hex Nut M8 x 1.25 mm Thread v1" if they don't have any M8 hex nuts available. It is highly recommended that users print the thumbscrews in PETG or another material with good layer adhesion. #### Printed Thumbscrew Caps with M8 Stud Users can create a more robust thumbscrew by printing "Thumb Screw Cap for M8 x 1.25 Thread Stud.stl" and inserting an M8 threaded stud. This will produce the nicest-looking thumb screw without the fragility of the 3D printed male threads. Users will need to clean up the internal threads using a tap, preferably a bottoming tap. They will also require the ability to cut threaded rod to length and clean up the ends. #### Printed Thumbscrew Caps with M8 Hex Bolt Users can print "Thumb Screw Cap for M8 Hex Head Bolt.stl" and insert a longer M8 hex bolt to create the thumbscrew. Note that the hex head will be exposed. This is a good option for users who only have longer M8 bolts available or prefer not to cut threaded rod to length.