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The Rail

1.6K downloads · 2 years ago · **Update:** A new version of The Rail has been released [here!](https://thangs.com/designer/LoftedGo

Description

Update: A new version of The Rail has been released here!

This is a refined version of the Modular Wall Light. I've created a collection for this since I'll be adding a bunch of new attachments. Everything will be available in The Rail collection here.

Two main updates:

Set screws now have larger threads that should hold up better over time and screw in easier.
Decreased the thickness of knob on the set screws.
Planters have been updated with a more refined shape instead of just a cylinder.

I'll be updating previous attachments with the new threads, but they all still fit a 1" dowel, so if you've already printed parts from the Modular Wall Light or the Tap Task Lamp, you can still use them!

This is designed to be used with a 1" (or 25mm) dowel, but I've also included a printable dowel that prints in two parts and threads together.

It mounts to the wall with two #8 - #10 x 1" screws spaced 16" apart vertically if using the 3D printed dowel, or 34" apart if using a standard 36" wood dowel. The wall mount collars fit onto the screws with keyhole slots.

A couple notes for successful printing:

The set screws should be printed with a 99% infill

Supports None needed!

Scaling I wouldn't recommend scaling anything on this one since it's all designed to fit together.

Orientation Everything prints upright with its bottom on the build plate.

Print Settings .2mm layer height 15% grid infill (99% for the set screw) 2 walls

Filament & Hardware Filament: Bambu Lab Ivory White Matte PLA Hardware: Everything can be found in my Amazon Storefront at the link below.

Ribbed Wall Anchors #8-#10 1-Inch with Screws 100-Pack, White, Plastic Anchor for Drywall/Concrete, Pan Head Phillips Screw Included

Filament and non 3D printed items for this model can be found on my Amazon Storefront, linked here: https://linktr.ee/loftedgoods

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Community Makes (5)

What is this line in the model? I assume it's a seam or something, but why is it not straight? This is quite obvious on the plain printed pot and doesn't look very good. Can this be fixed as it appears to be in a lot of models. Some it's on the inside which is ok, but this is on the outside and is very visible when printed.

I mixed the standard rail pots with the dovetail mount so that I can water them more easily!

I had to design the male part of the dovetail myself inferring from the mount. I sliced the pot in half and mirrored it, then just unioned it with the dovetail piece. Added a .2mm tolerance gap. Turned out really nicely!

The dark spots around the dovetail mount area is graphite lubricant dust, usually used for door locks, but works nicely as a dry lubricant for plastic parts that slide like this.

Hi, I had problems with the print. I used the recommended settings, however, the bottom part came out wrong, what could it be? Another question, the screws, can they be made longer? so they can fit better against a slightly thinner stick. Thank you very much.

Thanks for the model, it looks fantastic. Used grey PLA, no issues with the print or assembly.

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Discussions

pejvl2 years ago

Thanks for the model, it looks fantastic. Used grey PLA, no issues with the print or assembly.

PrinterBambu Lab P1S

MaterialPLA

Layer height0.16 mm

Infill density15 %

SupportsNone

kyleolsondesign1 year ago

I mixed the standard rail pots with the dovetail mount so that I can water them more easily! I had to design the male part of the dovetail myself inferring from the mount. I sliced the pot in half and mirrored it, then just unioned it with the dovetail piece. Added a .2mm tolerance gap. Turned out really nicely! The dark spots around the dovetail mount area is graphite lubricant dust, usually used for door locks, but works nicely as a dry lubricant for plastic parts that slide like this.

PrinterBambu Lab A1 mini

MaterialPLA+

Layer height0.2 mm

Infill density15 %

andresmartindoria1 year ago

Hi, I had problems with the print. I used the recommended settings, however, the bottom part came out wrong, what could it be? Another question, the screws, can they be made longer? so they can fit better against a slightly thinner stick. Thank you very much.

PrinterBambu Lab A1

MaterialPLA

Layer height2 mm

Infill density15 %

SupportsNone

LoftedGoods1 year ago

Have you tried calibrating your filament? The A1 should have no problems printing these perfectly with the included settings. I've printed a bunch of these on my A1.

For the set screws, there are 3 sizes currently available for 1 inch, 25mm, and 23mm dowels. Are you using a dowel smaller than 23mm?

andresmartindoria1 year ago

I've tried several more times, with different filaments, layer heights, and speeds, and I'm still having the same problem. It always prints incorrectly, like a line all the way around the pot, right in the middle of the pendant. I need help, please.

eric-84 months ago

It's not about filament type, layer height, or speed. Use the calibration top tab in Bambu Studio and go through the entire process for your filament. Your filament also looks wet and I'd suggest you get the moisture down.

Luddi1 year ago

Very nice Model and easy to Print

PrinterBambu Lab P1S

Print bed sizeX: 24 mm; Y: 24 mm; Z: 24 mm

MaterialPLA

Layer height2 mm

Infill density25 %

Erin3D1 year ago

What is this line in the model? I assume it's a seam or something, but why is it not straight? This is quite obvious on the plain printed pot and doesn't look very good. Can this be fixed as it appears to be in a lot of models. Some it's on the inside which is ok, but this is on the outside and is very visible when printed.

iggorr25211 months ago

This looks very cool, I printed it out and love it! However my Wife says that the smaller planter is way to small, 7cm diameter... Do you scale it up? Or are you happy with the original size? Also if I print this out of PLA and place it outside, or a window like you did, where it will get a lot of sun, how long can the PLA last?

LoftedGoods11 months ago

I'm planning on making some major updates to The Rail in the next month or so and will be including more planter sizes! I've had mine next to my window (which gets a ton of sun) for about 9 months now and haven't had any issues with the matte PLA. If you're using it outside I'd probably recommend PETG though.

Pblackburnjr1 year ago

Just asking if there is another rod - would be nice to make the 3d printed rod longer with a middle section.

thebotanicjungle1 year ago

Is the old style of this with tyhe standard cylindrical shape still available? I found you through instagram and the cylindrical shaped pots and would love the stl for the cylindrical shaped pots :) Thank you for thehard work you do :)

johaneriksson.19821 year ago

There are 3 set screws. One called Set Screw.stl and then you have Set Screw for 25/23mm Dowel.stl. So what are meant to use the regular set screw for? I have 25mm (measured 25.2mm) steel pipe and when i use the 25mm set screw it does not clamp at all. I need to use the one just called set screw. Also non of the set screws fit in the wall bracket. I reprinted the wall brackets several times and non can fit a set screw.

Nick12311 year ago

These came out amazing! where would you recommend getting the wooden dowel from?

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