Say Goodbye to Overheating. I Built a 3D Printable Dual-Use Laptop Stand
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Thanks to PCB Way for Sponsoring this Video. www.pcbWay.com Got a gaming laptop that heats up like a furnace during intense VR sessions or CAD work? I’ve got you covered! In this video, I’ll show you how I built a 3D Printable Dual-Use Laptop Stand that not only tackles overheating but also fits seamlessly into your workspace. This stand offers two smart configurations: Upright Mode: Perfect for keeping your laptop cool while using an external monitor. Angled Mode: Elevate the back of your laptop to enhance airflow during heavy tasks like gaming or CAD, helping to prevent those dreaded thermal throttling issues. But this video isn’t just about solving overheating—it's a full product development tutorial! Follow along as I take you through the entire process: Conceptualizing the Design: Learn how to translate an idea into a functional product. Iterating and Optimizing: See how the design evolves to meet practical needs, like improving airflow and ensuring portability. Making It Printable: Discover the tweaks needed to make the stand fully 3D printable on any FDM printer—no supports required! Join over 650 users who’ve already downloaded and printed this design, and see why it’s the perfect addition to any tech setup. Why Watch This Video? Keep Your Laptop Cool: Designed to improve airflow and prevent overheating during gaming or CAD work. Versatile Design: Easily switch between upright and angled modes depending on your needs. 3D Printing Tips: Learn the best practices for optimizing your design for home printing. Product Development Insights: Get a behind-the-scenes look at how I bring ideas to life, from sketching to prototyping. All 3D print files are free to download—start printing today and upgrade your laptop setup with this sleek, functional stand. Get Started Now: Download the 3D Print Files and bring this project to life! https://makerworld.com/en/models/528722#profileId-445834 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more DIY projects, and let me know in the comments if you’d like to see a version 2 with active cooling! Happy printing and see you in the next build! 🖨️💻 0:00 Intro 0:44 The problem to solve 2:35 What you will learn 3:19 Let`s get started... Concept 4:18 The List: Must Have, Nice to have, USP`s 6:44 Start Drawing, how to slowly design on paper 9:13 The actual Design aka "Make Design Pretty Again" 10:11 Achieve 3D Printability 12:24 The Printed Parts 13:17 Testing the Product 14:45 Cinematics #3Dprinting #3Dprinted #DIY #laptopstand #tech #gadgets #innovation #design #engineering #3Dprintedlaptopstand #customlaptopstand #ergonomiclaptopstand #portablelaptopstand #laptopaccessories #homeoffice #productivity #desksetup #techlife #makermovement
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