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Custom Speaker Stands
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Developed January 2021 by Andrei Maberley
Acknowledgement
We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their continuing connection to land and as custodians of stories for millennia. We respectfully acknowledge the land on which we all meet today, and pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.
Summary
Skills Introduced
- Basic Fusion360 parametric modelling
- Layout for CNC cutting in Vcarve
- Hand tool use for assembly
Materials
This is pricing from a local big name hardware store for convenience. Shopping around to specialist suppliers will get better prices.
Material | Quantity | Cost | Supplier |
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17-18mm thick form-ply (2440mm x 1220mm) | 1 | $88.00 | bunnings |
unbraked castors 50mm (weight rating 30kg minimum) | 4 | $15.50 | bunnings |
braked castors 500 mm (weight rating 30kg minimum) | 4 | $16.60 | bunnings |
1200 mm m10 threaded rod | 2 | $14.70 | bunnings |
M10 washer | 8 | $2.00 | bunnings |
M10 nuts (2 spares) | 8 | $2.24 | bunnings |
stitching screws (30mm) | 12 | $3.98 | bunnings |
Total | $143.02 |
Software and Tools
Software
- Fusion360 (for personal use or full feature trial)
- Vetrics Vcarve Pro (download the trial and use our makerspace key to activate)
Tools
- 4 clamps
- 1 pair cut-proof gloves
- Adjustable spanner (fit m10)
- Sanding block (80 grit)
- Hand power drill
- 3.5mm bit
- Phillips driver bit
- Safety glasses
Preparation
Before the workshop you will need to measure your speakers and listening environment to make sure your speaker stands fit your room, and your speakers fit your stands.
Workshop Walk through
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Step 4
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References
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