Ski Drill Jig Templates (Flush Text)

These are templates for my ski drill jig (found here). 

Note that the customize button doesn't work for this one as its not built to be used with OpenScad's customizer. I may fix that in the future, but for now you need to use the files I've provided.

12/31/25

• updated print profiles with
  • updated ski trab template
  • updated 22D template
• removed all individual files, see my model listing on printables for those. For this one just use a print profile. 

2/27/25

• Updated ATK toe to include forward holes for the HY binding
• Updated ATK heel to include an additional hole (used only for demo templates, HY holes were already present)
• Added Dynafit Ridge & Seven Summits+ templates
• Updated Shift templates with very slight dimensional changes
• Updated template library (there are some other new templates in there, telemark and demo primarily I think). 

9/24/24: 

•  updated template geometry so that toe and heel stops slide into place for easier storage. 
• Added the stops and toe springs to this file. 
• Consolidated some templates (PLUM toes and Heels, kingpin and alpinist toe).

Overview

I don't have every single file uploaded here, just the print profiles.

If the file you are looking for isn't in a print profile, There might be more templates here. Most templates are in the print profiles, though there is a plate limit within a single file so some obscur bindings or less common tele bindings didn't make the cut. 

I use 9.2mm for all the templates I make, but I try to keep the 9.0mm and 8.3mm up to date as well. There might be some differences between the profiles however

This version has flush text labels and is set up for a printer with multiple heads or a filament changing system for best results.

For single color printing you have a couple options:

• split the template into parts (see below in the coloring section) and then:
  • Delete out all of the label components, leaving voids
  • Select all label components and scale in Z, so they extend beyond the upper surface 
• alternatively see version 1 of my template library. (note however that I no longer update that version.

Notes:

Sometimes different brands calls the same binding by a different name and some patterns are shared by multiple bindings; If you can't find what you are looking for it might be under a different name.

Most of the data is from paper templates. Where there are variations between templates I have chosen what I think to be the correct one.

The small notch in the hole is for Z-seam clearance. This is important to get a smooth cylindrical surface for drill guidance or for bushing fit. Make sure and set Z-seam position to be at the sharpest corner. 

Binding hole patterns and drill size combinations are endless. I am happy to make new templates or share my OpenSCAD template library - send me a message and I am happy to help. 

For best results print these text down on the build plate, No supports needed.  

Hole sizing and Inserts

Use the 8.25mm holes if you intend to use WITHOUT brass inserts - If you are able to print you own parts, this is the simplest method and will fit a standard 8mm ski drill bit.

If you are able to easily print you own templates you probably don't need to use a drill sleeve, but it makes for a nicer product with increased durability, so feel free to if you want

If you want to use WITH drill sleeves, you will want to print the template parts that have a good snug fit to the tube being used. You will have to test the hole size and you'll want to print whichever size fits best on your as-printed parts. Different filament materials, mfg, color, etc all affect shrinkage a little bit and thus hole size. There is a test part for dialing in hole size.

Brass drill sleeves

These (K&S 8134) 11/32" x 0.014" wall brass tubes are perfect fit for a standard 8mm. Cut to ~¾" length. You can also get in longer packs if you plan to make more than a couple templates (or use the aluminum tubes).

For the brass inserts, use the profile and templates labeled "9.0" (9mm) and depending on the fit, you may have to use hole size compensation (in the slicer) to fine tune the size a bit. There is a hole size fit test block to help calibrate if you need to figure out how much to shrink or enlarge holes. 

Aluminum drill sleeves

These (K&S 3908) 9mm OD x 0.45mm wall aluminum tubes will also fit 8mm stepped ski bit and will increase durability of templates. Cut to ~¾" length.

For the aluminum inserts, use the profile and templates labeled "9.2" (9.2mm) and depending on the fit, you may have to use hole size compensation (in the slicer) to fine tune the size a bit. There is a hole size fit test block to help calibrate if you need to figure out how much to shrink or enlarge holes. 

Note: You can always fine tune hole size with ”XY hole/contour compensation” within the slicer for tighter or looser fit on inserts

Coloring parts

Use my print profile for ready to print parts, but 9.0mm diameter (for brass inserts) only as that's the ones I use. If you want a different hole size, you will have to color the models yourself. 

The Easiest way to color this version is to import the file into your slice and split into parts. Then you can change the color of the main body and all the text pieces to whatever you wish. This should work for anything based on Prusa Slicer (prusa/bambu/orca) other slicers might work slightly different.

Making a new template (or modifying an existing one)

I have an OpenScad template library, however I no longer have that publicly posted for several reasons. 
 

If you wish to make a new template or generate existing templates with different hole sizes, send me a message and I am happy to share it with you and/or help you out with whatever you need.