Multiconnect - generic connector for multiboard

Important announcement: I released version 2 of the multiconnect system for multiboard. This version is fully compatible, but also incorporates some handling and versatility improvements. I recommend to always print the new versions.

Generic connectors to hang your bins/shelves or anything else to your multiboard. The connector is pretty generic and allows you to attach anything you want.

The connector itself is only a utility for other models, you need it if you want to use any of those:

• Multiboard gridfinity shelves
• Multiboard bins or multiboard bins v2
• Multiboard open bins
• Multiboard shelves for multigrid bins
• …and more, like use multiconnect as your generic mounting solution

See all compatible models on makerworld, using the multiconnect tag on printables or the multiconnect tag on thangs.

Why use this connector: The connector is universally usable and allows for fast and easy installation and removal of anything you want while still being pretty sturdy. Also the connector will be invisible when something is attached, which leads to a nicer overall look.

Also you may use this connector for your own models, see below.

Howto use: The connectors have different variants for the different holes of your multiboard. Select the one that suits your need the best. In general I would suggest using:

• The mid size connector if you have any snap already attached
• The big size one for everything else matching the normal grid
• The snap connector when you just want to push in the connector
• The push fit connector when you want to just push in + have some snap attached already
• The small size ones to switch to the small hole grid layout

Screw connectors come in two versions, one that has a pretty flat head and one to use the multitool provided with your multiboard as a screw driver. I would recommend always printing the multitool versions, as the connector head is not visible after after you connect anything to it.

For the big screw connector and the push fit connector there are also version that can be printed laying down on the print bed. This will increase part strength by a lot.

In addition I have created a completely different connector for the small holes using a push fit mount. Installing those is pretty easy: Push the plug into the connector, then both onto the board. It will be held in place at this point, but will not be able to hold any weight. Then use two locks to secure the plug on both ends.

Other uses: You may also use the connector system with your honeycomb storage wall or any wall/surface you can put screws in.

About the connector system: The connector design/dimensions are actually pretty simple. You can look into the provided dimension PDF to create your own models using the same connector. There are also STEP files which includes just the connector head and a bin/shelve back to be used for your own creations. Feel free to just use those.

Printing instructions: All connectors are provided in the orientation they should be printed. Use at least 3 perimeters and I suggest at least 20% infill. I'm using the grid infill pattern, but others might just be fine. Please don't print in “superfast” mode, use “STRUCTURAL” for Prusa printers for example.

Howto use for your own models: If you like the connector you can easily create your own models based on the connector system. All you need is the back to be placed on your model. See multiconnect modeling files here on printables. This also includes negative/cutout version of the connector back, you can just apply to any existing model.

If you want to create your own connectors you may also use the provided STEP files. Those just include the head.

Please upload your model using the “multiconnect” tag, so they are easily visible to others. Also this page links to this tag on printables and thangs - so you might just get some extra views by using this tag.

Credits to Jonathan (KeepMaking) for creating multiboard.

Please be sure to also respect the license of all things based on multiboard. This license also applies to all of the multiboard parts here, though it cannot be select on printables.