Flush Multiconnect - generic connector for multiboard v2

Generic connectors to hang your bins/shelves or anything else to your multiboard. The connector is pretty generic and allows you to attach anything you want.

This is the version of multiconnect optimised for usage with Underware and the new style snaps.

Note: There also is a raised version of multiconnect for multiboard, if you if you prefer those ols style snaps.

See all compatible models using the multiconnect tag here on printables, multiconnect models on makerworld or the multiconnect tag on thangs.

What does “flush version” mean: Multiconnect normally has a 2.6mm offset to the board. I originally added this so all the connectors would sit on one level, because the multiboard snaps already introduce this 2.6mm offset. The main idea behind this forced offset was to simplify things for you as the user of the connector system. This is especially important as the official mounting solutions all use some sort of snap - and if you have a snap anywhere things would get complicated.

But then @HandsOnKatie released her Underware to the multiconnect world (btw. you should look at the v2 generator by @BlackjackDuck on makerworld). And with this new system she also told people to just use the small thread holes to screw the multiboard boards to under your desk. For this use case it absolutely makes sense to do it this way, but you have no snaps any more and the 2.6mm offset feels arbitrary.

So the flush version removes the offset and also the variations that would force the offset to be there. This version is the perfect companion for your Underware installation - or if you are able to skip the official mounting snaps in any other way. 

Update: Nowadays multiboard also officially supports flush snaps - they even made this the new recommendation.

Why use this connector: The connector is universally usable and allows for fast and easy installation and removal of anything you want while still being pretty sturdy. Also the connector will be invisible when something is attached, which leads to a nicer overall look.

Also you may use this connector for your own models, see below.

Howto use: The connectors have different variants for the different holes of your multiboard. Select the one that suits your need the best. In general I would suggest using:

• The big size one for everything else matching the normal grid
• The small size ones to switch to the small hole grid layout

Screw connectors come in three versions, one that has a pretty flat head, one with a 6mm hex and one with a coin slot. I would recommend always printing hex/coin slot versions, as the connector head is not visible after after you connect anything to it. 

For the screw connectors and the push fit connector there are also version that can be printed sideways to optimise for print orientation. The screw versions need to be folded before screwed in. This will increase part strength by a lot.

Other uses: You may also use the connector system with your honeycomb storage wall or any wall/surface you can put screws in.

About the connector system: The connector design/dimensions are actually pretty simple. You can look into the provided dimension PDF to create your own models using the same connector. There are also STEP files which includes just the connector head and a bin/shelve back to be used for your own creations. Feel free to just use those.

Printing instructions: All connectors are provided in the orientation they should be printed. Use at least 3 perimeters and I suggest at least 20% infill. I'm using the grid infill pattern, but others might just be fine. Please don't print in “superfast” (/"SPEED") mode, use “STRUCTURAL” for Prusa printers for example.

Howto use for your own models: If you like the connector you can easily create your own models based on the connector system. All you need is the back to be placed on your model. See multiconnect modeling files here on printables. This also includes negative/cutout version of the connector back, you can just apply to any existing model.

If you want to create your own connectors you may also use the provided STEP files. Those just include the head.

Please upload your model using the “multiconnect” tag, so they are easily visible to others. Also this page links to this tag on printables and thangs - so you might just get some extra views by using this tag.

Credits to Jonathan (KeepMaking) for creating multiboard and Katie for creating Underware.

Please be sure to also respect the license of all things based on multiboard. This license also applies to all of the multiboard parts here, though it cannot be select on printables.

Version of multiconnect with no offset to the board.