Folding Print-in-Place Stand with hinges - ZERO OS

A Single-Print, Folding Stand for Your Desk or Travel Setup

The ZERO Stand is a clean, minimalist device cradle that prints completely flat in one piece and folds together along built-in hinges. No glue, no screws, and absolutely no supports required.

Tucked neatly behind the main support arm is a hidden rear pocket—perfect for stashing a spare 18650 cell, a USB-C cable, or other small EDC items.

This design was born directly out of our community! A massive shoutout to @voltnomad on our Discord for suggesting the concept.

🚀 Part of the ZERO Ecosystem

This stand is built as a companion for ZERO—a modular, 3D-printed, fully repairable power bank with swappable cells, shaped alongside its community. We've open-sourced this stand so the community can print, modify, and remix it freely.

• 💬 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/NEGxbPztXZ 
• 💬 Meet ZERO: https://go.nomorezero.com/
• 📬 Follow our Kickstarter Campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ctrlenergy/zero-portable-battery

🛠️ Features & Compatibility

• Print-in-Place Hinging: Folds right off the build plate.
• Universal fit: Holds smartphones, full-sized iPads (tested up to 12.9"), and lightweight laptops (like the Lenovo Yoga X1).
• Native fit: Seamlessly cradles the ZERO power bank.
• Hidden Pocket: Clean storage space on the back.
• Remix-friendly: Easily rescaled in your slicer for deeper pockets or wider devices.

🖨️ Print Settings & Instructions

• Material: PLA, PETG, or ABS/ASA (ABS works brilliantly for a rigid, matte finish!)
• Layer Height: 0.2 mm (Crucial for clean hinge clearance)
• Infill: 15% - 20% (Gyroid or Grid)
• Supports: None! Ensure you print it in its default flat orientation.

Hinge Tip: Ensure your first layer is properly calibrated to prevent "elephant's foot" (first-layer squish) which can fuse the moving hinges. Once printed, a gentle, firm flex will snap the hinges free into their standing lock position.