Hinge for Workshop and Sawhorses
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Description
This foldable hinge for workshop and saw horses was developed as a replacement for defective original fittings and is based on a proven, simple mechanism, as used in classic wooden trestles.
Ideal for anyone who:
• wants to repair an old workshop trestle
• wants to build a DIY sawhorse
• needs a foldable, space-saving trestle
🔧 Features
• Folding mechanism for stable A-legs
• Compact & functional – proven geometry
• Suitable for square timber legs
• Perfect as a replacement hinge if metal parts are broken or lost
• Optimized for 3D printing (PLA+, PETG or ABS recommended)
🧱 Assembly
• Screws directly to the wooden leg
• Joint allows clean folding in and out
• Ideal for workshop, garage, or construction site
🖨️ Print Recommendation
• Layer height: 0.2 mm
• Infill: 40–60 %
• Wall thickness: ≥ 4 perimeter
• Material: PETG or ABS for higher load capacity
⚠️ Note: Not a safety-critical component – use at your own risk.
License
You shall not share, sub-license, sell, rent, host, transfer, or distribute in any way the digital or 3D printed versions of this object, nor any other derivative work of this object in its digital or physical format (including - but not limited to - remixes of this object, and hosting on other digital platforms). The objects may not be used without permission in any way whatsoever in which you charge money, or collect fees.
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