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I recommend 100% infill. Makes it feel better when you place your phone on it. Also, if you intend to use this for the iPad, 100% infill will make it sturdier. Better yet, replace infill by adding more perimeters; easier on the printer (shakes less), and prints faster. At 80mm/s interior perimeter speed and 45mm/s outer perimeter speed, it took me 4hrs to print.
If you are not certain about your ability to print open circles/overhangs, simply cut the part in your slicer to the section with overhangs and do some tests with nozzle temp, print speed and fan speed. Better to waste 10g of filament on a test than waste 3 hours on a fail.
The model in the photos is actually smaller than the files provided. It was a prototype.
I provide two versions.
Shorter - If you have a cable that is flexible and the part that connects to the phone is not very big/long, you can use the shorter version.
Taller - If your cable is stiff and the end piece is longer or you want to be safe and avoid cable strain, then use the taller version.
P.S. The iPad will not balance in the portrait position, only landscape.
I have designed many things since I started design work and 3D printing but I figured I would make my first upload something simple that everyone can appreciate and use. After this, I will start to upload more in depth designs for household improvements and everyday use stuff.
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