DIY 3D Printer Enclosure and Standing Desk

Space is at a premium in my tiny apartment workshop and I needed another workspace, so I made this cat-proof 3D printer enclosure that doubles as a standing desk!

View/download the 3D model here: https://a360.co/39zFGzk

Instructable: https://www.instructables.com/3D-Printer-Enclosure-and-Standing-Desk/

This design is and easy to build with just a few handheld power tools! I cut, dyed and finished all the pieces outside, but did the rest of the build on my apartment floor. The frame is assembled with glue and pocket screws. Getting the acrylic cut to size from a plastics supplier was a huge time saver and valuable outsource. Acrylic is really expensive at the big hardware stores, and I'm not really set up to cleanly cut acrylic to size.

Dying 2x4s with India ink really takes a cheap material to the next level, and they contrast beautifully with the unstained baltic birch plywood.

This enclosure provides a stable printing environment, gives plenty of access to the printer from all sides (especially with the drawer slides), provides tons of storage, keeps my cat away from the printer, has plenty of room for accessories, and looks so awesome when lit up at night!

The standing desk has been a gamechanger for my productivity – I find that when I’m recording audio, it’s sometimes a lot easier to talk when I’m standing up. Maybe it brings out that cocktail party mindset?

Designing and printing the remote holder and doorknobs was a really rewarding experience. 3D printing provides such a cool opportunity for custom, unexpected accents like these!

I’m super excited to continue integrating digital fabrication into my projects. Stay tuned!

I am also entering this project into the #RocklerDeskChallenge hosted by the guys over at the Modern Maker Podcast! You can check out the challenge here:

https://www.rockler.com/desk-challenge

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STUFF I USED IN THIS VIDEO (affiliate links):
Kreg 320 Pocket Hole Jig: https://amzn.to/2OhBES0
Ryobi Drill/Driver Set: https://amzn.to/38Cjbbj
1 Quart Bottle of India Ink: https://amzn.to/32enRE5
Remote controlled LED strip lights: https://amzn.to/38KgPIn
20 inch Soft-close full extension drawer slides: https://amzn.to/2Ojv1OQ
Varathane Diamond Wood Finish - Crystal Clear Semigloss: https://www.homedepot.ca/product/varathane-premium-diamond-wood-finish-for-interior-water-based-in-semi-gloss-clear-236-ml/1000111887
Prusa i3 MK3S 3D Printer Kit: https://shop.prusa3d.com/en/51-original-prusa-i3-mk3s

VIDEO/AUDIO EQUIPMENT (affiliate links):
Camera - Panasonic Lumix G85: https://amzn.to/2WJhYdk
Remote Microphone - Rode Wireless Go: https://amzn.to/3g3MzdM
On-Camera Microphone - Rode Videomicro: https://amzn.to/2WFGU5I
Voiceover Microphone - Blue Snowball iCE USB Mic: https://amzn.to/3dvrffV

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