Third hand, holder for measuring instruments, for example

When working with a micrometer, I always had the problem that I was missing a hand to hold the micrometer. After I realized that the previous measuring tool holders were expensive, I designed a measuring tool holder myself. The individual parts of the design can be manufactured with a 3D printer. By adding the standard parts described in the parts list, the result is a functional tool. Optionally, the measuring tool holder can also be manufactured using other manufacturing processes.

A micrometer can be clamped into the measuring tool holder without damaging it. To make it easier to read the measured values, the holder is adjustable in inclination.

Features:

• Triangular basic shape: allows interception of all 3

directions of force in the plane

• One hole (M10) in the front third, slightly countersunk: enables the holder to be attached to a tabletop, thus making the holder more flexible

• 3 holes at the 3 corner points, slightly countersunk: enable the holder to accept screws/threaded pins, thus ensuring a stable stand on an uneven surface, enables height adjustment if necessary

• Rounded edges: reduces risk of injury

• due to various measures, the assembly of the individual parts is simple

It is recommended to manufacture items 1 to 4 with the 3D printer and add the standard parts (items 5 to 11).

To simplify printing, gcode files were uploaded with the settings for the printer. The settings were made on an Ultimaker 2 with Ultimaker PLA silver metallic.