Fixit Fixturing System V1 (Boards)

Introducing “Fixit” (still not sure on the name ;) )

Fixit is a modular system I developed to help with gluing a large number of laser cut objects. It uses a special grid that allows m4 hex head bolts to be slotted in upside down, allowing for strong threads anywhere on the board without having to thread hundreds of holes.

Fixit boards are free and open source, but currently the (official) tools for it are $5, but go ahead and make and release any custom tools you want for it (although I will judge you slightly if you just remake my paid tools without improving on them)

The initial basic tooling pack can be found here:
https://www.printables.com/model/1262789-fixit-fixturing-system-v1-tooling

The current tiles are designed to be screwed to wooden surface, as this creates a simple but robust outcome. I found complex printed connectors to be, frankly, a pain in the ass.

The systems hardware is also incredibly simple. 

Most importantly, m4 hex head bolts of varying sizes. 

25 or 30mm for holding clamps to table

60mm+ (80 is good) for side clamps and toe clamps

7mm hex head is the key dimension, which seems fairly standard on sites like aliexpress. 


A video:
 

Some graphics: