Work bench stop

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<p>This is a simple bench stop for my Work Mate folding bench. Usually Work-Mates or similar benches come with four plastic stops or grippers that inevitably get damaged or lost. This is a replacement and/or supplement. </p> <p>As long as it it 3D printed with the <b><u>anvil (front face) down</b></u> it appears to be quite strong. But print it on its head then it will shear the first time you use it. NOTE: The image alongside the STL file shows the stop on its side. Don't try and print it like this either. Print it like the image taken from Prusa-slic3r - the one on the Ender plate</p> <p>I have regularly used these in woodwork but their breaking point (even if printed anvil down) is unknown and it's a matter for personal judgement how hard you push them. I haven't had any break on me - yet! But be careful. </p> <p>Printing it anvil down means that the circular plug is a bit messy on side touching the plate but hey! this is for a work bench right? And it's really not that bad.</p> <p>The diameter of the circular peg is 19.6mm so gives an easy fit into a 20mm diameter hole on the Work Mate. When under load the head does slightly ride up. While I haven't found this a problem it may indicate the diameter of the circular peg should be slightly increased.</p> <p>Basically, it works for me. I hope it works for you too.</p>