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3d printers are great. I attempted to productize a super niche idea I had for myself that I have ended up using multiple times. It's a simpler method of runnin

by jmathai 8mo ago

3d printers are great. I attempted to productize a super niche idea I had for myself that I have ended up using multiple times. It's a simpler method of running wires without having to cut/patch drywall and drill through studs. It started with trying to create a router-like device equipped with a motor (which was version 1 [1]). But then iterated it to be a plate which can be attached to existing routers. That resulted in a drastically improved user experience which went from doing it all inside and making a mess to doing it in your garage with more precision. I've used the final design on 4+ projects at home and it has saved me so much time [2]. [1] https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/i5p330nqo0cfrfx3gxf05/Wireshark-Quick-Overview.mp4?rlkey=hr06iovxyzbw545k1b50qbtk2&st=dqtpprdv&dl=0 https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/i5p330nqo0cfrfx3gxf05/Wiresha... [2] https://trywireshark.com https://trywireshark.com (includes diagrams and videos of what I 3d printed)

zeeveener 8mo ago
FYI: Your "Notify me when available" is landing on a 404 Not Found for me after I submit my email address
sambf 8mo ago
What is the difference between your project and regular (european) plinths, which already have a built-in channel for passing cables?
- jmathai 8mo ago
  I've seen some trim with channels for wire. They're not very common in the US - I've never found them at The Home Depot. For my projects, I would have to replace the trim for the entire room and possibly adjacent rooms because the baseboard is the same throughout the house. But if you're okay with or planning to replace all of your trim and could get it off-the-shelf then certainly that's a viable option.