Under-Desk Cable Tie for OpenGrid System - Free 3D Print Model

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TheJVH

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Single color - 0.12mm layer, 3 walls, 25% infill

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Description

This cable tie is designed for the OpenGrid and OpenGrid Lite systems, providing a secure way to mount and route cables under your desk. It helps organize wires efficiently, reducing clutter and improving your workspace.

The cable tie is available in 3 sizes:

Small holds one to two cables but is sturdy and easy to use.
Medium holds around 5 cables or a few thicker (power) cables.
Large holds perhaps even 10 cables, depending on thickness. It includes a stabilizer that prevents the thread from bending inwards when screwing down the nut.

The included print profile uses 0.12mm layer height to improve the threads. One profile is for multicoloured printing on a single build plate, the other for uniform printing.

Update February:

I've made a number of changes based on my own experience with the system:

Added a large version that could hold up to 10 cables. To ensure the threads don't bend inwards under pressure, I've added a small stability block that sits inside the nut. It might be a bit fiddly to install this, but you can really crank down on the nut without skipping threads.
I've rounded the edges of the threads to ensure better printing and less sharp edges that might damage woven cables.
A multiboard variant is now available here: https://makerworld.com/en/models/2349211-under-desk-cable-tie-for-multiboard-system

Based on the OpenGrid system by David D: https://makerworld.com/en/models/1179191-opengrid-wall-desk-mounting-framework-ecosystem?designId=1179191-opengrid-wall-desk-mounting-framework-ecosystem#profileId-1190225

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Comment & Rating (52)

@StoopKid

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Single color - 0.12mm layer, 3 walls, 25% infill

P1S, Bambu Lab Black Basic PLA. found these helpful for "pinning" up cables while I printed the relevant Underware, but they were pretty fragile in the provided print orientation so I broke 2 out of 4 during installation/configuration. thanks for sharing!

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@TheJVH

I've noticed the same problem when trying to remove them from the grid when pulling on them sideways. Maybe I'll experiment with a new version where the center opening is a little bit smaller so the threaded part is thicker. Thanks for the pictures and feedback!

@StoopKid

Replying to @TheJVH :

You're more than welcome! I designed some simple hooks for opengrid and printed them on their sides (connector facing sideways/90* instead of flat to the plate) with good results, I was thinking that printing these similarly with the center slot vertical might help. Just a bit of support needed and wasn't sure how that might affect the thread finish.

@becosochu

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Single color - 0.12mm layer, 3 walls, 25% infill

I love this idea! It's actually super helpful! I have the opengrid system setup for my media console box but the cover keeps popping off. I realized the cables underneath were pushing it out. This ensures that the cables are held down and runs through the grid properly. After I installed this, I had no more problems. It is especially helpful for thicker cables. Thank you!

@rezendeecko

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Single color - 0.12mm layer, 3 walls, 25% infill

extremely functional and practical

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@ewijntuin

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Single color - 0.12mm layer, 3 walls, 25% infill

works very very well. holds better in the open grid than I thought. had the channel type pieces that did not stay attached underneath the desk. this is sturdier and easier to work with. the large version is not great, legs are too flimsy. the stabilizer helps but it should be sturdy on its own. the medium version works great for me

@misterphoton

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Dual color - 0.12mm layer, 3 walls, 25% infill

Print profile is great, tolerances are perfect. Printed 4x each of the screws and the medium size in PETG and they clip and hold sufficiently in my underware grid. Great work! (ignore the stringing in the photo, my blue filament hasn't been dried in ages)

@cevada

Can we have a version for multiboard, pretty please

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@TheJVH

I'm not familiar with multiboard, I'm guessing a "moderate snap" would be the most sensible?

@fattymatty

Replying to @TheJVH :

yeah a Multiboard version would be great. Even better, would a multiconnect work? not sure if it would, but then it could be used on multiboard or open grid. I have both systems and multiconnect so far seems to be the best (that I have found) for switching between them.

@TheJVH

@cevada @fattymatty I've created a Multiboard version, hopefully it works well in your situation! https://makerworld.com/en/models/2349211-under-desk-cable-tie-for-multiboard-system#profileId-2569057

@Monzert

This is very clever.

@user_2107877957

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Thank you!

@Emma.I

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Single color - 0.12mm layer, 3 walls, 25% infill

Very practical, thank you

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@StevePrintsIn3D

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Single color - 0.12mm layer, 3 walls, 25% infill

Works great. As someone just dipping their toes into open Grid organization, I like how flexibly you can use these vs the Raceways of the "main" open grid designs

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