Tool Shelves for Modular Desktop Stand

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I really liked the "[Tools modular desktop stand](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2522638)" created by ICTAvatar! This ingenious tool stand is very flexible, allowing an unlimited range of small tools to be put together in a modular way. So, I used the basic modules printed from ICTAvatar's design, and just created some custom shelves for it, to create my own 3D printer tool holder. I was able to pack all the basic tools I got with my Lulzbot Mini-2, and a few others, into just two of the 40mm modules, using my own design for three shelves. Here's the breakdown of the tools/materials I can put into my 40mm shelves: **T40_Glue-Ruler-Pad** - Large and/or small Elmer's glue sticks (bed adhesion) - 6" ruler - Tweezers - Piece of Scotch-Brite pad (nozzle cleaner) This shelf works for both the top and bottom of the stand module, so I just printed two. **T40_Razor-Knife-Tweezer** - X-Acto knife - Print removal knife (from Lulzbot) - Flexible palette knife (also for print removal) - Probe (nozzle cleaner pointed awl) - Two tweezers - Razor blade/holder Note that the slot for the razor blade holder is for a [Stanley razor blade scraper](https://www.homedepot.com/p/Stanley-1-3-16-in-High-Visibility-Mini-Razor-Blade-Scraper-28-100/203743502), available at Home Depot and other places. There is a separate TOP and a BOTtom shelf, with slightly different holes, because of the ramped slot for the razor blade holder. I use one of each in this module. **T20_ShelfBase** This narrower shelf (20mm) is provided just as a base for your own designs, for the narrower module. I've tested the fit of this shelf in the module, but have not customized a 20mm shelf for my own use yet. **CAD Files** I've also provided FreeCAD files, in case you wish to create your own custom shelves. I hope these CAD files help you in creating your own custom shelf designs. **NOTE:** Only the add-on shelves are presented here. You must use these with the original "[Tools modular desktop stand](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2522638)" module frame(s). I really like the ability to create my own modules, and change my tool stand around to support new requirements, without having to design/build a full new stand - just create a new shelf, and re-use the modules you have already printed!