Show HN: PLAttice, for assembling structures much larger than the 3D printer bed
21 zakqwy 6 5/10/2025, 8:18:19 PM zachfred.in ↗
Struts, nodes, and pins are reversibly assembled into fully 3D printed lattices, trusses, and tree-like structures spanning up to a few meters. I used the system to build a stand for an overhead table lamp which supports a ~1 m cantilevered arm using a tensioned floor-to-ceiling column. If you want to give it a try, find the *.stl files at the bottom of the page; figure ~1 kg of PLA and ~1 day of print time per meter of box truss; pay attention to print orientation; plz respect the license; and definitely print the pin trimming jig.
I just took a look online and they’re still selling kits. I’m partial to the Ferris wheel.
https://www.basicfun.com/knex/