Compact Folding Cribbage Board

Folding Cribbage Board

Folded Size:

• Length - 120.2mm (4.73")
• Width - 77.3mm (3.04")
• Thickness- 30mm (1.18")

This 3D printed cribbage board is designed for those that want an easy way to take their game on the go. Compact and lightweight, this board is perfect for throwing into that extra pocket of your pack. The design includes magnet-locking compartments for pegs and cards, ensuring everything stays together even on the go. Whether you're passing the time on a rainy day or winding down after a hike, this portable cribbage board adds a touch of home to your outdoor adventures.

This board was designed for 2mm pegs, for the moment I have been using toothpicks. I made 2 variations of the design for 2-player and 3-player options, depending on how you want to play. Thanks for checking it out!

Parts Needed:

Print Instructions: 

Multiple Colors:

I used multiple colors to add some flair to the design.  You can set this up in the slicer either with multimaterial printing or by pausing the job to change the filament.  The models can be split into multiple parts in the slicer to make this easier.

Magnets:

Each printed part was designed to hold 2 magnets.  The Hinge and Peg Door create a little pocket that can store pegs without the risk of losing them.  Sides 1 and 2 use magnets to lock the assembly shut for storage.  

To set up the prints for magnets you can split the model into parts in the slicer.  My instructions are for using PrusaSlicer.

• First, you need to change the magnet holes to negative volumes.
  • Find the magnet hole for the model in the parts list on the right side of the window.
  • Right click on the part and select Change Type.
  • Double click on Negative Volume. 
• Insert a pause at the layer where the magnets are going to be covered.  
• When printing, insert the magnets at this pause and then resume the print to cover them.
  • There is a small lip over the magnet that will prevent it from jumping to the print head.
• Make sure you double check the magnet polarities before you resume!

Load Cribbage Board - All Parts as a project into the slicer to have all parts set up for you.

Assembly: 

Assembly is straightforward. 

1. Once the prints have finished, take the Hex Nuts and insert them into the slots inside the pocket of the Hinge.
2. Line up the screw holes of Side 1 and 2 with the screw holes of the Hinge.
3. Use the M3x20 screws to fasten the 3 parts together.
   1. Do not overtighten.  Go until you feel resistance and then back off a quarter turn.  Adjust as needed for the best folding. resistance.

Inspiration:

This is the second cribbage board design I have done.  The first one was a bit clunky and had tight hole spacing based since the board area was small.  I also had some inspiration from this board by Chris W.

I made this board from scratch with some visual inspiration.

• Unique peg hole layout for the board.
  • Added starting peg location.
  • For 2 players instead of 3.
• Added a magnet sealed hole for the pegs so that they done fall unintentionally.
• Made joints invisible from the top play surface.
• Use M3 screws as axles.
•  76mm wide (~15mm thinner)