Parametric Baby/Pet Gate Plastic Inserts

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(detailed instructions with photos over on Printables) https://www.printables.com/model/341932 My kids busted an extension to our baby gates, and one of the casualties was the inserts for the gate. After having a look about, I couldn't find inserts that exactly met my needs. The included STL files are for a 20mm square tube and a 20x40mm square tube with 10mm rodded inserts. However, if you're looking for different sizes, grab the Fusion 360 files and update the relevant settings in Design > Modify > Change Parameters I've commented on the parameters to try and make them easy to understand but to explain them a bit more. Total Height/ Width / Depth - As they say on the tin, these are the extremities, including the faceplate Any “Pin” Parameters - these refer to the metal pin/thread you insert in the plastic plug, it affects hole size and a few offsets Pin Rim Parameters - if your pin has a “ridge” to top it going all the way in, this creates an insert for it to sit in Insert Offset - How much smaller is the “plug” part of the insert that is inserted into the tube, usually 1-2mm Face Depth - How thick is the faceplate? Thicker means more protection from the tubing Rib* Parameters - these are related to the ribs around the outside of the “insert” Spine* Parameters - These are the little ramps on each of the Ribs