Open Universal Mounting Plate

The Open Universal Mounting Plate is a simple mounting option for assistive devices that do not have integrated mounting hardware. This device uses hook and loop fastener strips to attach to an assistive device allowing it to be mounted with standard ¼”-20 mounts, like those found on readily available camera mounting accessories.

More info at

• Makers Making Change Project Page

How to Obtain an Open Universal Mounting Plate

1. Do it Yourself (DIY) or Do it Together (DIT)

This is an open-source assistive technology, so anyone is free to build it. All of the files and instructions required to build the Open Universal Mounting Plate are contained within this repository. Refer to the Maker Checklist below.

2. Request a build of this device

If you would like to obtain an Open Universal Mounting Plate, you may submit a build request through the MMC Library Page. The requestor is responsible for the cost of materials and any shipping.

3. How to build this device for someone else

If you have the skills and equipment to build this device, and would like to donate your time to create the switch for someone who needs it, visit the MMC Maker Wanted section.

Getting Started

1. Read the Makers Checklist

The Makers Checklist contains a list of tasks to complete to build the device.

2. Order the Off-The-Shelf Components

The Bill of Materials lists all of the parts and components required to build the Open Universal Mounting Plate. The off-the-shelf components are are available online or may be available in smaller quantities at your local hardware store or dollar store.

3. Print the 3D Printable components

Refer to the Sizing Chart to determine the correct configuration and corresponding print files.

All of the files and individual print files can be in the /Build_Files/3D_Printing_Files folder.

4. Assemble the Open Universal Mounting Plate...

Reference the Assembly Guide for the tools and steps required to build each portion.

Files

Documentation

Document	Version	Link
Design Rationale	1.0	Open_Universal_Mounting_Plate_Design_Rationale
Maker Checklist	1.0	Open_Universal_Mounting_Plate_Maker_Checklist
Bill of Materials	1.0	Open_Universal_Mounting_Plate_Bill_of_Materials
3D Printing Guide	1.0	Open_Universal_Mounting_Plate_3D_Printing_Guide
Assembly Guide	1.0	Open_Universal_Mounting_Plate_Assembly_Guide
User Guide	1.0	Open_Universal_Mounting_Plate_User_Guide
Sizing Chart	1.0	Open_Universal_Mounting_Plate_Sizing_Chart
Changelog	1.0	Open_Universal_Mounting_Plate_Changelog

Design Files

• CAD Files

Build Files

• 3D Printing Files

Attribution

Design and documentation by Makers Making Change.

License

Everything needed or used to design, make, test, or prepare the Open Universal Mounting Plate is licensed under the CERN 2.0 Permissive license https://ohwr.org/project/cernohl/wikis/Documents/CERN-OHL-version-2 (CERN-OHL-P) .

Accompanying material such as instruction manuals, videos, and other copyrightable works that are useful but not necessary to design, make, test, or prepare the Open Universal Mounting Plate are published under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ (CC BY-SA 4.0).

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About Makers Making Change

Makers Making Change is a program of Neil Squire, a Canadian non-profit that uses technology, knowledge, and passion to empower people with disabilities.

Makers Making Change leverages the capacity of community based Makers, Disability Professionals and Volunteers to develop and deliver affordable Open Source Assistive Technologies.

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