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I'm looking to start keeping hardware for prints that need additional parts to complete them. A Pi case that I printed needed screws that I don't have on hand and needed to go searching for some.

It got me thinking to keep a container of stuff ready that would get used often, but I don't really know what to keep on hand. What do you have readily available?

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[–] [email protected] 12 points 1 year ago (6 children)

I have a pack of M2-M5 screws + nuts + washers thats come in handy. Also, heat press inserts (if you have a soldering iron) can really help clean up designs. Again, I just have a M2-M5 pack with various lengths, and I think it even came with the soldering iron tips for each insert size.

I've had trouble finding Metric fasteners in my local hardware store, so I just buy variety packs online. Also, most 3D prints Ive run into use Metric sizes, with the occasional 6-32 screw here and there.

Zip ties are nice if you mess around with your printer or work on electronics (cable management).

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (4 children)

I wasn't sure about what type of screws to get. I haven't printed off enough that need them to know quite yet, but not having any also has held me back from printing those things.

I was thinking about springs, but it seems like there's just too much variety to really keep much on hand.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I just picked up a set a few weeks ago. Game changer for sure.

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