Summary
This is a “Helping Hands Base” with built in Workbench Power Supply. It is still in beta, I have not printed it yet. The helping hands will be attached with holes in the top(I have not figured out placement yet). Attached to two of the helping hands will be a 80mm fan for soldering fumes. Please check it out and let me know what you think or improvements. Keep in mind, this is my first design ever using a Design Software. All self taught and Youtube videos.
Print Settings
Printer:
Tevo Tarantula Rafts:
No Supports:
Yes Resolution:
.2 Infill:
20% Triangular(for strength) Notes:
For the top I will be using 4 top and bottom layers for strength. Also, recommend Supports for the base.
Tag: Helping
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Helping Hands Base/Workbench PSU 3D Print Model
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Helping Hands 3D Print Model
Summary
This is a single piece version of dougc314’s helping hands design. It has 1/2 inch tapered pipe threads, so you don’t have to glue it to the pipe. Assembly is similar to the original design except with 1/2 inch pipe.
This is compatible with either the original ball and socket joints or my modified version:https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5578https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2539262
Print Settings
Printer Brand:
Prusa Printer:
Prusa Mk2 Rafts:
No Supports:
Yes Resolution:
0.2mm Infill:
20% Notes:
In Slic3r PE, I used “support on build plate only” and set the contact Z distance to 0. This is required, otherwise the lower layers of the balls will curl up at the edges and get caught on the nozzle. After printing the support residue can be sanded off. -

Helping Hands 3D Print Model
Summary
I hated my current helping hands station so I made one better. I’m using solid core wire as the bendable arms. I designed a bowl shape in the center so I can add weights when I need to. Super cheap and easy to assemble.
Print Settings
Printer Brand:
Robo 3D Printer:
R1 ABS + PLA Model Rafts:
No Supports:
No Infill:
15%
