Finally a cordless storage solution

[X1 Mike]

I have been struggling to figure out how to store my cordless M12 tools forever. They pretty much just hang out in the toolbox drawer and every time I close it I have to rearrange a couple to get the drawer to close. Last night I found what may be the solution to all my problems. I bought 1 set each of the tool holders below and look forward to seeing which one works out the best. Pretty sure I will end up going with the one that has two mounting holes instead of one so it doesn't twist or otherwise move around. Anyone ever try one of these?


https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Pack-M12...831669?hash=item287bed27f5:g:BvIAAOSwIr5cLJ1T

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-Milwauk...048220?hash=item2cf15e455c:g:Je8AAOSwS3xdGRq1



Side Note: We live in some pretty amazing times when any old guy can buy a printer and start production on a good idea and sell to a worldwide marketplace out of his garage.

 

[X1 Mike]

Here is what I’m looking to store. I was laying them out to get an idea of what kind of space I was looking at if I could mount them on a board. To me, all in a row on a shelf would be ideal.




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[signcrafter]

Personally I dont see those working that well.



I built this a few months ago and love it. Although I've outgrown it even though I thought I built enough slots for future additions. Probably be building another bigger one in the near future.

 

[X1 Mike]

Personally I dont see those working that well.

Care to expand on that?

 

[kythri]

It'd be interesting to see how well one holds up, given that they're homemade 3D-printed objects.

I recently discovered this market as well - looking at these for some battery storage:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Pack-Battery-Holder-Wall-Mount-for-Ryobi-One-One-Plus-18V/173875052535

 

[X1 Mike]

It'd be interesting to see how well one holds up, given that they're homemade 3D-printed objects.

I recently discovered this market as well - looking at these for some battery storage:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Pack-Battery-Holder-Wall-Mount-for-Ryobi-One-One-Plus-18V/173875052535

I would be more nervous of them due to the thinness of the materiel. For storing a Ryobi battery I would just cut a hole in a shelf to match the battery stem.

 

[signcrafter]

Care to expand on that?

Maybe it's just a personal opinion but for me I don't think those would work as good as a cabinet like I built. Maybe I'm wrong. Just don't see how you would arrange 20 of those things to hold all tools.

 

[QwikKotaTx]

Some 3D printed parts are very brittle and would not last long if used frequently. The area around the screws could break and you would be out the money spent and frustration created. If the tools were mounted so that there is no side load on the 3D printings it should be fine but wall mounting them and letting all of the weight of the tool hang off would definitely be an issue.

 

[X1 Mike]

Some 3D printed parts are very brittle and would not last long if used frequently. The area around the screws could break and you would be out the money spent and frustration created. If the tools were mounted so that there is no side load on the 3D printings it should be fine but wall mounting them and letting all of the weight of the tool hang off would definitely be an issue.

I agree with you there. I will be mounting them to a shelf and the weight of the tool will be on the base or the top of the faux battery. I bought one set of each and if they look good I will decide if I want 20 of them.

 

[X1 Mike]

Maybe it's just a personal opinion but for me I don't think those would work as good as a cabinet like I built. Maybe I'm wrong. Just don't see how you would arrange 20 of those things to hold all tools.

I'm planning on going straight down the line on a dedicated shelf. I have been thinking about building a cabinet but then you don't have expandtivity (some times you need to make up a word) and are stuck to the exact number of cubbies or slots you make. My OCD would end up making it so I don't by a tool because I don't have a slot for it.

 

[QwikKotaTx]

I agree with you there. I will be mounting them to a shelf and the weight of the tool will be on the base or the top of the faux battery. I bought one set of each and if they look good I will decide if I want 20 of them.

Gotcha. Lifting straight up should keep them intact longer as should the one with 2 holes. I don't know if the countersink with a flat head would break faster than a washer with pan head that could spread the load out further. I have had many things made by Shapeways that have been pretty durable but they use a sintered nylon powder, no grain structure in layers to worry about.

 

[JiminAZ]

"expandtivity"

I love it. I vote for it being a new word.

 

[X1 Mike]

"expandtivity"

I love it. I vote for it being a new word.

You can keep your modular solutions, I want expandtivity!

 

[VinceG]

Couldn't the same thing be achieved with a wooden dowel rod?

 

[signcrafter]

I'm planning on going straight down the line on a dedicated shelf. I have been thinking about building a cabinet but then you don't have expandtivity (some times you need to make up a word) and are stuck to the exact number of cubbies or slots you make. My OCD would end up making it so I don't by a tool because I don't have a slot for it.

Different ideas work for different people. Obviously my lack of cubbies hasn't stopped me from adding to the collection.

IF I was to make one like you are planning I would make it a 2 up style like they do for air tools. Would be able to fit more tools in a smaller space.

https://www.ldvusa.com/parts/parts-for-snap-on-franchisees/air-tool-display/

 

[Todd.Brock]

Damn. You love you some 12v....

I do too. I have the hackzall, drill driver and the right angle drill. I’m cheating on Makita 10.8v

I’ll be curious to see how this turns out cornyiu. Keep us posted


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[X1 Mike]

Couldn't the same thing be achieved with a wooden dowel rod?

Wooden dowel rods would be very functional however you could never get the tools to stay at a 90 degree angle to the shelf and they would flop all over the place. I want everything to look neat and organized if it is out in the open.

 

[X1 Mike]

Damn. You love you some 12v....

I do too. I have the hackzall, drill driver and the right angle drill. I’m cheating on Makita 10.8v

I’ll be curious to see how this turns out cornyiu. Keep us posted


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Yes I do!! I need more though. lol

 

[jgromada]

Personally I dont see those working that well.



I built this a few months ago and love it. Although I've outgrown it even though I thought I built enough slots for future additions. Probably be building another bigger one in the near future.

I like that. The only thing I would add is a place for storing M12 batteries, or do you have a charging station set up? I like this for storing M12 batteries.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/M12-Milwau...=20263449104927e2e82397274ad4b145e2810df5c4d9

but the picture here has a Thingaverse part number so virtually anyone with a 3D printer can make one. The plans can be downloaded from Thingaverse so you will see prices dropping.

As for 3D printed parts, i bought an angle mount for a Ring doorbell and it is plenty tough, stronger and tougher than a molded part and from what i have read about it better for weather resistance.

 

[PCMusicGuy]

Some of the those 3D printed parts actually have publicly available models that I've myself printed. The one thing I would caution you about, is if the parts are made out of PLA, they will not stand up to the heat that is generated in an unconditioned garage, certainly not here in Texas. They will need to be printed using ABS for them to last, or PETG at the very least if you don't see triple digits in your garage. Brittleness on the parts will not be an issue assuming the person doing the 3D printing isn't trying to sabotage the process.

 

[Farmerjonathan]

Wow, isn't the negative issues amazing? I agree what a wonderful time we live in that a guy can print this and create a small industry in his garage. PCMusicGuy provides some amazing advice and if I were you I would try to contact this person and ask about the type of plastic and pass along what you have heard/learned and see if this person is willing to step up and improve his product if he isn't using the correct type. Also, if the flange does break, communication with the producer and he can "tweak" his product to enhance it. I say go for it and communicate with the producer about his product. Even though mine are hanging in pvc on the wall.

 

[X1 Mike]

Wow, isn't the negative issues amazing? I agree what a wonderful time we live in that a guy can print this and create a small industry in his garage. PCMusicGuy provides some amazing advice and if I were you I would try to contact this person and ask about the type of plastic and pass along what you have heard/learned and see if this person is willing to step up and improve his product if he isn't using the correct type. Also, if the flange does break, communication with the producer and he can "tweak" his product to enhance it. I say go for it and communicate with the producer about his product. Even though mine are hanging in a pic wall mounted rack.

I already asked about making multiples and he said that if I'm storing them in a hot garage he suggests the high temp version which I'm sure will be a bit of an upcharge.

 

[ddawg16]

I don't have an issue with the 3D.

But having to remove the battery every time you want to hang the tool?

I have enough batteries to keep a lot of my tools ready to go. Having to install a battery every time would be a PIA.

I like Signcrafter's pic/idea

 

[Tuc04]

I'm slowly in the process of making my own "power drawer" by bending up some 18 gauge steel and using the Snap On plastic holsters. The small holsters are 1098APA02 and the large are 1098APA03. I've divided my automotive and household tools into different storage locations. This is only for the auto stuff.

 

[Farmerjonathan]

ddawg16, as cool as I thought they were, never entered my mind that the batteries had to be stored somewhere else. With my pvc rack, batteries stay in the tool or by the charger. Always wondered if it was hard on the battery to be left in, but it helps keep dust out of the innards of the tools.

 

[F0232931]

Printing in high density abs or something like Markforged's Onxy material would definitely be fine for this application. We are using it for production equipment in a powdered metal factory for robot grippers and part sorting solutions daily. Everything that hits our floor takes a beating.

The lower end plastics are going to have layer delamination issues if they see UV rays (ie sunlight). Just bear that in mind when choosing your mounting location and material.

I'd suggest taking a good look at adding 90 degree support gussets, kind of like the skeletonized 80/20 inside corner supports (Part#4132-Black).

Good luck!

 

[X1 Mike]

The style with the base with 2 screw holes were delivered yesterday. While the quality of a printed product obviously isn't the same as an injection molded piece I'm really impressed. I ordered 20 more tool holders and 8 battery holders for $75 shipped to my house.

 

[X1 Mike]

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[X1 Mike]

In those pictures they are sitting 4" on center and I have plenty of room to get my hand in between them so I should be able to fit 20 tools straight across on an 80" shelf. If I use a deeper shelf I can stagger them and tighten it up or go with two 40" shelves. Pretty excited about this one.