Used this hack for my glowforge, but got an extra long tabletop for the top panel so I could have my laptop set up next to my glowforge like a computer desk. It works great!
Our table looks and works beautifully. I love the storage and since I have a pro, we put wheels on it to move it away from the wall. Thank you for sharing all your work.
That is awesome! I have gobs of circles from the many sets I've made for other people building their tables ahead of their arrivals. Guess I should make a video for what I'm going to use them for in the near future.
Hi there, Thanks for your video and file. I just download the file and run one pair of circles for test cut. Unfortunately the size of the circles are not the same as your drawing in the notepad and actual Ikea legs. Any suggestions? I will appreciate any help Thanks :)
Thank You! Built mine today.... I found it easier to attach the acrylic to the feet to avoid the right angle screw driver. Not sure if you knew the feet can be removed from legs. Thank you again.
I knew the bases could come off, but didn't know the feet themselves did. I think one other builder commented that they lifted it to move it and the feet did come off. Guess I never see that since mine is on casters and moves easily.
Thank you this is genius!!!! I absolutely love it!! Where do you have the the hose going to I want the glowforge but live in an apt so Im wondering if its doable due to space and the hose. Thanks for sharing!! Christine
Originally there was a doggie door right where I put my glowforge so I just ran the hose out the doggie door when I used it. After I moved it to my shop I now have it vented out a dryer vent I put in the side of the house. There are some options you can buy to put it in a window that work well if it’s near a window.
Looked through comments to see if any mention of a Fusion 360 tutorial. Love this project tutorial. And I’m at a very basic level but I want to design 3D accessories (like trays and boxes to use at home). It seems like using Fusion 360 and AI are good ways. I have both programs but have only used AI. Great job! Thank you.
Glad it was helpful! I still use Fusion360 for a lot of items, although mostly for 3D printed stuff or mechanical stuff as I can easily model those. But for some Glowforge Projects, I still use AI only. Really depends on how complex the model is.
Haha, I have the same basic setup for mine lol. No casters though, at least not yet. Maybe once I have an actual maker space in a future home I'll add casters. Right now it's in my bedroom haha
I've found maker tools multiply like rabbits. :) I'm up to five 3D Printers, two CNC machines, the Glowforge, and a bunch of other tools to support those.
I think I'm just missing something, but how do the shelves adhere to the leg underneath it to keep them from moving? Is one of the 2 acrylic pieces screwed underneath to the shelf above it? Thanks
The legs have a plate that screw into the shelf, and then the two plastic pieces clamp the "foot" of the leg to the layer below it. The acrylic template has holes for the leg plates, and also holes for the leg "clamps".
@@TheAtlantaMaker Thanks! makes sense now, it went over my head that the risers in between the shelves are actually leg pieces and would be screwed into anything above them.
For the most part I just use proofgrade settings for cutting acrylic, then I change some of the engraving to use a defocused engrave (you can learn more about that in this video: ruclips.net/video/2B2oMYR1Ov4/видео.html). So if I have 1/4" clear acrylic I'll pick Thick Clear Acrylic as the proofgrade option. if I have 1/8" I'll pick Medium Clear Acrylic, etc. I always run a quick small circle or square cut test just to make sure the settings work before running any bigger cuts.
Thanks for the file. I just bought the tables and legs. Still need to buy the acrylic but do you mind sharing, what screws did you use for the acrylic part? Maybe I missed it. If I did, I apologize. Thanks!
It’s about a sheet and a 1/2. You can fit 4 sets of the circles on one sheet. Then the 5th set on a second sheet. Circles need to be 1/4” or thick proofgrade. Template can be any material.
I have a feeling they like to keep standard parts for most of the world, so hopefully you'll be in luck. I've also found some similar feet elsewhere on the web that could be used if you can't find the Ikea brand.
I downloaded the .zip file and just cut my first set and the smaller of the two circles is too small to fit over the legs. I did not do anything to re-size the file, just opened and placed to cut. How big is the file supposed to be (in inches)? Thanks for sharing this awesome project!
Just to clarify, you are putting the one with the smaller hole over the other side of the leg before you spin the leg onto the leg plate right? I believe the part of the video that shows this is at around 3:07. The inner hole (ie: the smallest inside hole that isn't a screw hole) should be 1.135" + your kerf twice. Feel free to email me at atlantamaker@gmail.com if you need more assistance.
I don't have my GF yet, but when I opened it in Inkscape, it's smaller, too (the small circle is less than 1"). It may be a system thing? I went ahead and ordered a set since everything will be coming in the next two weeks. I hope! :)
I think the inkscape issue relates to the DPI settings. The Glowforge expects things at 96 DPI I believe, so my guess is that the default DPI setting in inkscape might be different than that so it scales it up/down to whatever DPI which results in a different size. It's something I have on my list to investigate a bit more and maybe make a video on it. In either case, I've got your set of parts cut and I'll get it boxed up tonight so it will be on it's way to you tomorrow! Thanks!
@@TheAtlantaMaker That makes sense. The app won't let me in until I tell it my GF is here, so I haven't uploaded any of my Inkscape creations yet. Things (GF, table parts, wheels, acrylics) are trickling in over the next week to 10 days, so I hope to be Making soon! Thanks!!
For the wheels I used 1" #10 wood screws and some 1/4" washers. For the acrylic parts I used 1" #8 sheet metal screws. For the IKEA Leg parts, I just used the screws that came with it.
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Great idea! Thank you so much for doing this project and offering the files for free.
Glad you like it. Possibly a bit over engineered, but it was fun to do.
Not at all over engineered…perfectly executed!!
Used this hack for my glowforge, but got an extra long tabletop for the top panel so I could have my laptop set up next to my glowforge like a computer desk. It works great!
That sounds like a great idea!
This looks like a good storage system for everything in my basement!
It works pretty well for just being an IKEA hack.
Our table looks and works beautifully. I love the storage and since I have a pro, we put wheels on it to move it away from the wall. Thank you for sharing all your work.
That is awesome! I may build a second one for additional storage and a worktop to put next to this one.
Just did this! Took a lot more time than I thought but the end result was worth it!
Glad you like it! I may build another one as I’ve filled up all the shelf’s already with supplies.
Thank you so much for the video , just ordered the acrylic parts from you and will make a trip to IKEA...thanks again.
Wonderful!
I want to say thank you sooo much for sharing your ikea hack table! I made my table on yesterday!! It looks great!
That is awesome! I have gobs of circles from the many sets I've made for other people building their tables ahead of their arrivals. Guess I should make a video for what I'm going to use them for in the near future.
Hi there, Thanks for your video and file. I just download the file and run one pair of circles for test cut. Unfortunately the size of the circles are not the same as your drawing in the notepad and actual Ikea legs. Any suggestions? I will appreciate any help Thanks :)
Thank You! Built mine today.... I found it easier to attach the acrylic to the feet to avoid the right angle screw driver. Not sure if you knew the feet can be removed from legs.
Thank you again.
I knew the bases could come off, but didn't know the feet themselves did. I think one other builder commented that they lifted it to move it and the feet did come off. Guess I never see that since mine is on casters and moves easily.
I LOVE THIS!! Thank you for the idea and tutorial!
You are so welcome!
great walk through and very easy to follow. thanks!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video! Thank you so much.
Thank you this is genius!!!! I absolutely love it!! Where do you have the the hose going to I want the glowforge but live in an apt so Im wondering if its doable due to space and the hose. Thanks for sharing!! Christine
Originally there was a doggie door right where I put my glowforge so I just ran the hose out the doggie door when I used it. After I moved it to my shop I now have it vented out a dryer vent I put in the side of the house. There are some options you can buy to put it in a window that work well if it’s near a window.
Looked through comments to see if any mention of a Fusion 360 tutorial. Love this project tutorial. And I’m at a very basic level but I want to design 3D accessories (like trays and boxes to use at home). It seems like using Fusion 360 and AI are good ways. I have both programs but have only used AI. Great job! Thank you.
Glad it was helpful! I still use Fusion360 for a lot of items, although mostly for 3D printed stuff or mechanical stuff as I can easily model those. But for some Glowforge Projects, I still use AI only. Really depends on how complex the model is.
Great job and very easy to complete
Glad you liked it. It's worked very well for me so far.
Where did you buy that awesome life-saving ratchet screwdriver?!
Here is one similar to what I used on Amazon: amzn.to/2ODNohX
Haha, I have the same basic setup for mine lol. No casters though, at least not yet. Maybe once I have an actual maker space in a future home I'll add casters. Right now it's in my bedroom haha
I've found maker tools multiply like rabbits. :) I'm up to five 3D Printers, two CNC machines, the Glowforge, and a bunch of other tools to support those.
@@TheAtlantaMaker I had a cheap 3D printer but recently sold it. Just have my 'forge and my woodworking tools and lathe lol
I think I'm just missing something, but how do the shelves adhere to the leg underneath it to keep them from moving? Is one of the 2 acrylic pieces screwed underneath to the shelf above it? Thanks
The legs have a plate that screw into the shelf, and then the two plastic pieces clamp the "foot" of the leg to the layer below it. The acrylic template has holes for the leg plates, and also holes for the leg "clamps".
@@TheAtlantaMaker Thanks! makes sense now, it went over my head that the risers in between the shelves are actually leg pieces and would be screwed into anything above them.
Thanks for posting this video and files! can you share your GF settings for Acrylic?
For the most part I just use proofgrade settings for cutting acrylic, then I change some of the engraving to use a defocused engrave (you can learn more about that in this video: ruclips.net/video/2B2oMYR1Ov4/видео.html). So if I have 1/4" clear acrylic I'll pick Thick Clear Acrylic as the proofgrade option. if I have 1/8" I'll pick Medium Clear Acrylic, etc. I always run a quick small circle or square cut test just to make sure the settings work before running any bigger cuts.
Hmmm, maybe I could use something like this for my office... Seems like a good storage solution for my clients' project samples... ;-)
Go for it!
Thanks for the file. I just bought the tables and legs. Still need to buy the acrylic but do you mind sharing, what screws did you use for the acrylic part? Maybe I missed it. If I did, I apologize. Thanks!
No worries. I used #8 1" screws for the acrylic parts. You can buy a box of them at Home Depot or Lowes pretty cheaply.
I love this idea!!!
I may build a second one as the amount of materials I keep on hand has increased a bit since i built that one. :)
getting ready to do the cuttting today, can you do it all out of one sheet of the gf acrylic, or should i have purchased more today?
It’s about a sheet and a 1/2. You can fit 4 sets of the circles on one sheet. Then the 5th set on a second sheet. Circles need to be 1/4” or thick proofgrade. Template can be any material.
Hopefully we can get the same Ikea parts in Australia 🤔
I have a feeling they like to keep standard parts for most of the world, so hopefully you'll be in luck. I've also found some similar feet elsewhere on the web that could be used if you can't find the Ikea brand.
I downloaded the .zip file and just cut my first set and the smaller of the two circles is too small to fit over the legs. I did not do anything to re-size the file, just opened and placed to cut. How big is the file supposed to be (in inches)? Thanks for sharing this awesome project!
Just to clarify, you are putting the one with the smaller hole over the other side of the leg before you spin the leg onto the leg plate right? I believe the part of the video that shows this is at around 3:07. The inner hole (ie: the smallest inside hole that isn't a screw hole) should be 1.135" + your kerf twice. Feel free to email me at atlantamaker@gmail.com if you need more assistance.
I don't have my GF yet, but when I opened it in Inkscape, it's smaller, too (the small circle is less than 1"). It may be a system thing? I went ahead and ordered a set since everything will be coming in the next two weeks. I hope! :)
I think the inkscape issue relates to the DPI settings. The Glowforge expects things at 96 DPI I believe, so my guess is that the default DPI setting in inkscape might be different than that so it scales it up/down to whatever DPI which results in a different size. It's something I have on my list to investigate a bit more and maybe make a video on it. In either case, I've got your set of parts cut and I'll get it boxed up tonight so it will be on it's way to you tomorrow! Thanks!
@@TheAtlantaMaker That makes sense. The app won't let me in until I tell it my GF is here, so I haven't uploaded any of my Inkscape creations yet. Things (GF, table parts, wheels, acrylics) are trickling in over the next week to 10 days, so I hope to be Making soon! Thanks!!
Which screws are needed?
For the wheels I used 1" #10 wood screws and some 1/4" washers. For the acrylic parts I used 1" #8 sheet metal screws. For the IKEA Leg parts, I just used the screws that came with it.
Can I order the acrylic discs from you?
They can be ordered from our website here: theatlantamaker.com/for-sale/
genius
It's worked out very well for me over the 2 years I've had my machine.
Came across this too late, now those tabletop pieces are $25 each :(
Great video!
Thanks!