Bookshelf With 3D Printed Suspensions

I found some wood lying around and turned it from junk into something practical and useful. this bookshelf is the simplest way to use up some of the spare wood lying around. All you need is a few materials to build this wall hanging masterpiece. This one took me two days to make and is useful if there are lone stuff in your garage need using up.

What you'll need for this project:

1x wood sheet 850x170x16 (preferably MDF)

1x wood sheet 600x345x16 (preferably MDF)

4x 8g x 30mm screws

1x 3d printer (optional)

Measuring tape

pencil

Epoxy Resin glue

Drill

2mm drill bit

Start by printing the 3d printed parts by exporting the STL file into a slicer, and tuning your settings in. Depending on the material you are using, change the settings accordingly. For my print I selected the following settings;

Nozzle temp - 212*C

Bed Temp - 72*C

Layer height - 0.2mm

Speed - 100mm/s

This was the settings for the PLA+ material I used on my Ender 3. You can get links to similar products here. I've printed this in red, but you can print this in any color to your liking. When taking it off the build plate, ensure that the supports on it are taken out carefully.

Alternatively, you can go to 3d printing servicing websites and enter the file there. There, you can select how you want the print to come out, and they will give you the product as wanted.

Once you get the plastic parts printed, insert the screws in with a screwdriver. Ensure the screws are pointing directly downwards. Once threaded, unscrew the part.

This part requires measuring equipment, such as a ruler and measuring tape. with the platform board, start by drawing the board into quarters. On the wall board, draw the board into half and line it up center with the platform, side by side. then, measure the difference between the edge of the wall board and the midpoint of the plastic part and mark it. Next, mark the width of the plastic part onto the wall board, as well as where the screw holes are located. Ensure all measurements are exact as any differences will result in misfit. I have listed the precise measurements needed for the boards below.

Once marked out, grab out a drill and insert a 2mm drill bit. drill in the center in an upright position. Ensure the drill is not sitting at an angle, as this can present problems with fully inserting the screw. Next, Install the plastic parts by installing the top screw. Make sure that the extrusion end of the triangle is facing downwards. After inserting the 1st screw in, insert the second screw, and turn slowly. Repeat this step for the second one.

after suspensions are secure, install the platform on top of the suspension and glue together with resin epoxy glue. Let the glue dry for 24-48 hours before use.

Congrats. You have built a wall mounted bookcase. Asides from the books, it can hold many other things, such as pot plants and video game discs. Overall, this build is cheaper than most similar products on the market, costing roughly $40 to make, and only requiring a few materials.