I have made this to adapt hanging models to be able to use a 3m Claw hanger for dry wall. I made this originally to modify the helmet hanger model by FLOBI (https://makerworld.com/en/models/437915?designId=437915#profileId-378754) although I first saw the model put out by Minus97 (https://makerworld.com/en/models/457799#profileId-365818). I wanted to see if I could find a way to use 3m wall hangers since I have found them to be pretty good as of late, unlike the 3m command strips they do not just randomly fail with ripping off bits of wall.

So in order to use these I modeled them to use the Ruthex Inserts (4mm and 5mm) and a small bit of aluminum, I use a 1/16" x 1-¼" pieces cut to fit which can be had for pretty cheap, I went to Lowe's and spent less then 10 bucks. I assume any sturdy material could be used as long as it supports the weight of what you are hanging. A appropriate drill bit to make the holes in the aluminum will also be needed, pretty much any decent wood bit can be used since aluminum is considered a pretty soft metal. I used a failed print of the template to mark and even drill the aluminum for the holes to match up properly for the Ruthex inserts.

I am still very new to modeling and getting this to work has been interesting as my working Beta version I found I tried to keep tolerances to tight to I had to spend some time sanding the aluminum to fit properly. These two models I took that lesson from the beta and made the area for where the aluminum is mounted has more space around the insert areas so that it should be easier to get things to fit.

I hope this template helps anyone else curious or wanting to use the 3M claw drywall hangers.

(Photo of the beta version in use is also included)