November 21, 2023
Description
My computer is more comfortable and better cooled when it is raised from the table, and less of a heating pad when it is raised from my legs. Â It originally came with a Moft style lifter which was destroyed when it had to go back for warranty repair. Â I went searching for replacements and found nothing, so I made what I wanted. Â I think it is pretty good.
My goals were:
1. Something wide enough to work on my lap.
2. Durable and reliable.
3. A linkage design to use tension and compression instead of bending to support the load.Â
3. Two distinct tilt angles.
4. Simple to print and assemble.
5. Â Thin enough not to be in the way.
The result is this model. Â It is a print in place. Â It is many times stronger than required to support a laptop. Â
I have been using the initial version for about 4 months including travelling, desktop and lap use. Â They function perfectly, easy to deploy and retract, and show no signs of wear or damage and I consider it a mature design. Â I have printed a few iterations, some are in use by others, and with my printer, material and filament properties it has had a 100% yield.Â
I am using QIDI PET-CF, with my own filament tune with a very good tune for overhangs and bridges. Â As with most print in place models, you will need to have a decently tuned printer and filament for it to print reliably. Â I have not printed with other materials so your mileage may vary.
License:
Creative Commons — Attribution — Noncommercial