Brutalist Saddle Bench Anchor
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Description
Rising from the workbench like a brutalist saddle, this monolithic cloven block transforms a standard 20mm dog hole into a firm cradle for unpredictable geometries. The heavy, geometric V-cut cleft is engineered to catch and stabilize rolling stock—dowels, metal pipes, or turning components—locking them dead-center against clamping pressure. By sinking a steep peg below the benchline, the fixture acts as an immovable anvil for holding cylindrical parts during routing, carving, or sanding tasks.
Fixture Geometry
- The Cleft: A 90-degree notch spans the entire 50mm crown, dropping deep into the block to maximize surface contact on cylinders.
- The Root: The 30mm anchor peg is tuned to a 19.8mm diameter and features a tapered tip, ensuring a smooth plunge into 20mm bench holes while allowing just enough clearance to prevent binding.
- Bed Orientation: Invert the block so the flat top face sits flush against the build plate, allowing the entire model to print completely support-free.
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