How to Design a Cable Holder using 3D CAD Software
Designing a cable holder using SelfCAD is a practical and beginner-friendly project that demonstrates how 3D printing can solve everyday problems. With the increasing number of electronic devices in homes, offices, and classrooms, keeping cables organized has become essential for maintaining a clean and efficient workspace. SelfCAD, a browser-based 3D modeling and slicing software, provides intuitive tools that allow users to create custom designs tailored to their specific cable sizes and organizational needs. By learning how to measure dimensions, shape basic forms, and prepare a model for printing, users can transform a simple idea into a functional, personalized cable holder. This project not only enhances design skills but also highlights the real-world applications of digital fabrication technology
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Once you’ve launched the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cube; Set height to 25
Tick the checkmark finalize cube
Click to activate edge selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
From the modify category on the toolbar choose fillet; Set intensity to 12, level to 10.
Tick the checkmark to finalize fillet
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set top radius to 25, Bottom radius to 25, height to 85, horizontal segments to 128, position y to 24, rotation z to 90.
Click copy button to copy selected objects
Click scale on the toolbar. Set y to 40, z to 40.
Click on mesh 8 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose mesh 8(1) to subtract.
Tick the checkmark to finalize difference
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set height to 15, horizontal segments to 128, , position y to 60, position z to -35
Click copy button to copy selected objects
Click scale on the toolbar; Set z to 80, x to 80.
Click on mesh 12 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose mesh 12(1) to subtract.
Click on mesh 8 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose mesh 12 to subtract.
Click on mesh 4 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; From the tool panel choose union.
Tick the checkmark to finalize union
As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.
More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace
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