Pencil mounts for laser cutting

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<p>This year I made personalized pencils as gifts for people. I first had to make mounts for the pencils that would be sturdy yet allow me to swap pencils quickly.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>I don't know if this is sturdy enough for real CNC machining… let me know! If this mounts on other machines or if you need a tweak in the design also let me know and I will update it if possible :)</p><p>Please let me know if this works for you or if you need any changes!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>INSTRUCTIONS:</p><ol><li>Print 1x Hinge mount and 1x screw mount and secure a m4 bolt and square nut.</li><li>Print as many Pencil housings as you want!&nbsp;</li><li>Install the M4 nut and bolt into the screw mount with the bolt facing outside&nbsp;</li><li>Put the pencil into the housing. I used Ticonderoga #2 pencils. If you want to try this with other pencil brands I believe this would also work :)</li><li>Mount these to your worktable. give the pencil 1-2mm of slack so you can remove it easily.</li><li>Then you only need to calibrate your machine to the face you plan to engrave and you are good to go!</li></ol><p>Good luck! Post a Make if you like!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>