I became captivated by the tealight design crafted by voidbubble (all credtis for the tealight/lamp shade design go to him), which inspired me to craft a matching tealight holder base—this design will be made available in a separate upload. My journey continued as I played with various sizes, quickly realizing that the luminosity of the tiny LED tealights was a bottleneck, nudging me towards larger alternatives. After considering factors like cost-effectiveness, safety, widespread availability, and user-friendly assembly, the IKEA Fado emerged as the superior choice. Motivated by this, I designed an adapter to repurpose the 17cm Fado variant into a lamp shade base. This particular size is not only the most economical option (approximately 10€ in Germany) but also seamlessly integrates with the dimensions of this specific design.
The adapter set is designed for versatility, consisting of three individual components:
Part A: Inside adapter ring
Part B: Outside base
Part C: Outside decorative rim
This project is available in multiple sizes:
Parts A and B are engineered for their utility and don't demand specialized print settings; this allows for prioritizing print speed. For these components, I selected Jayo white PLA Meta for its reliability. Conversely, Part C serves an aesthetic purpose as a decorative rim, prompting me to use Jayo Silk-PLA in a striking red copper hue, printed at a reduced speed to accentuate its finish. Its design is delicate, comprising mostly a single layer perimeter, which necessitated the addition of a supporting rim. Exercise caution during the removal of this rim, as the part is particularly prone to weak layer adhesion. For a safer detachment, initiate the peeling process from the side opposite the power cable entry and gradually progress towards it to minimize the risk of damage.
The printed components are precision-engineered for a press-fit assembly, ensuring tight tolerances for a seamless and secure connection without the need for adhesives.
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