PCB Clamp
Source: Thingiverse by JohnSutter
The PCB Clamp is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by JohnSutter. I saw this jig "The Revolutionary SBSS from W1REX & QRPme" at QRPme.com and figured I'd give it a try. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
I saw this jig "The Revolutionary SBSS from W1REX & QRPme" at QRPme.com and figured I'd give it a try. Their product is machined and almost certainly superior, but... I added a wedge cutout to make space for parts that might already be soldered. Probably should have just made the slot wider. I used 1" nylon 10-24 knurled thumbscrews. I cut two short for the back/thinner wall. I used a taper tap for the 10-24 holes followed by a good, OSG spiral bottoming tap. I ran the bottoming tap through each hole until the screws turned easily (2-3 times). I used a similar bottoming tap for the 1/4-20 hole on the bottom. I got into a discussion about the undercut and came to the conclusion that it made sense at the time as they often do at 2 or 3AM. In the updated scad file, if uc_side is 0, no undercu…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. PCB Clamp is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by JohnSutter.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by JohnSutter, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.
