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Caster-joint.scad.png|Strong caster joints
Caster-joint.scad.png|Stronger caster joints
Caster-joint-suboptimal.scad.png|Weak caster joints
Caster-joint-suboptimal.scad.png|Weaker caster joints
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One corner configuration secures the caster at two points and centers the vertical frame member on the caster.  The other applies significant force, with the possibility of a bending moment on the caster mounting plate.
One corner configuration secures the caster at two points and centers the vertical frame member on the caster.  The other applies significant force, with the possibility of a bending moment on the caster mounting plate.


=References=
=References=

Revision as of 02:20, 4 April 2021

Technique: Caster joints
Tools: Wrenches
Parts: Frames, Bolts, Nuts, End caps, Casters
Techniques: Bolting, Tri joints, Shelf joints


Introduction

Casters are one of the most widely used parts and come in many shapes and sizes, often with a 4-hole mounting plate.

Challenges

Mounting the caster securely through all four mounting holes near a tri-joint (which tend to be at the corners of projects, exactly where casters want to be) isn't easily accomplished.

Approaches

One corner configuration secures the caster at two points and centers the vertical frame member on the caster. The other applies significant force, with the possibility of a bending moment on the caster mounting plate.

References