608 Modular Train Cart
608 Modular Train Cart
This design is aimed at the DIY brio or lillabo train enthusiasist who wants functional parts that they can pair with their favorite toppers and connection types.
Features:
- A modular train cart for use with ikea brio and lillabo style tracks
- Uses two 608 bearings for smooth rolling, they snap in from the bottom
- Recommend Open 608 steel ball bearings for low friction spinning
- If using 608zz bearings, spray with WD-40 to achieve lower friction spins like the two bearing types above.
- Utilizes simple 6mm pegs for connecting attachments. Use long pegs for top attachments and the short pegs for front and back attachments
Dimensions to consider when creating toppers and other accessories:
- cart body dimensions:
- length 82mm
- width: 13mm
- height: 22mm
- wheel dimensions:
- diameter 29.6mm
- thickness 4mm
- Your model simply needs a 6mm cylinder cutout to attach to this cart. This is fairly simply to do in most slicers, but let me know if you'd like some additional instruction included here.
Community friendly CC-BY-NC-SA license
I am passionate about using the CC-BY-NC-SA license because it fosters creativity and collaboration within our community. By allowing derivatives—remixes to be shared under the same terms, we can build on each other’s successes!
Feedback Welcome!
I strongly encourage comments, suggestions, and requests to help refine and improve this model further. If you discover a print profile or technique that enhances its performance, I hope you'll share it with the community so we can all benefit and grow together!
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