Welcome to the Official Underware 2.0 Channel Customizers! Developed together initially by Hands on Katie and BlackjackDuck and now receiving community contributions via our open GitHub library, this is a fully parametric version of the original Underware.  Underware is the universal, open-source, modular, extensible and re-usable solution for managing cables, mini-pcs, usb devices…pretty much anything, anywhere! New Features in 2.0: Customizable WidthCustomizable HeightNew Mounting Options such as T Screw, magnets, wood screws, and adhesive!New Customizable Diagonal ChannelsNew Customizable Y ChannelsNew Customizable Mitre ChannelsCustomizable RadiusCustomizable CornersCable CutoutsMulti-color LabelingAnd more to come!How to generate your own UnderwareClick the Green 'Customize' button at the top of the pageSelect the Component type you want to generatePlay with the options until perfect - click generate at any time to previewWatch this video to find out more:Key PointsOpen-source design - The whole solution is open-source, so feel free to extend and come up with your own brilliant solutions.Parametric files - Customize your channels with over 10,000 channel variations without needing modeling skills or downloading CAD software!Printing - all files are printable as they are, without supports.  Visit Hands on Katie for more instructions:https://handsonkatie.com/underware-2-0-the-made-to-measure-collection/ Mounting Options and ConnectorsThreaded Snap ConnectorThe threaded snap connector threads into the base channel and then snaps into a Multiboard. This allows for quick placing and removing channels, no need to remove adjacent channels, and allows for offset from board to traverse dual snaps and other obstacles.  Split Printing - NEW FEATURE! Allows for splitting the part so that layer lines contribute to thread strength. This dramatically improves snap strength for repeated adding and removing of threaded snaps.   Snap Connector Height (Offset from board) Change the gap between the base channels and the mounting surface. Default is 3mm to match standard Multiboard offsets and to traverse over dual snaps that connect Multiboard tiles. If mounting Multiboard tiles using screws and not using dual snaps, set the Snap Connector Height to zero to save filament and have a truly flush set of Underware.  Snap Holding Tolerance and Oct Scaling Connection too tight or too loose? Adjust the bump-outs (Snap Holding Tolerance) or the entire octogon (Oct Scaling) to a better fit.  BoltsBolt mounting screws through the channel into the Multiboard small threaded hole. This approach saves filament while offering a very strong connection. A tool is included to aid screwing and unscrewing. Note - This mounting method does not allow channel offsets from the board. If you mount your tiles using dual snaps, you will not be able to traverse dual snaps as they stick out from the board unless you extend the length of the bolt.  Thread Length Change the length of the thread. Default is 6.5 which allows for strong connection through a channel and into a board. Add additional millimeters if needing to offset (although connection will be loose).  Available ChannelsI-Channel (Straight) Length, Width, and Height Note - Tall channels will have reduced holding strength due to flexing.  Cord Cutouts Add cord cutouts to the top channel for cord entry and exit. Change number, spacing, width, and positioning.  Text Labels Add text to your top channels in color, depth, or both.Note - Font examples here are Raleway and OswaldL Channel (Turn) Length, Width, and Height Modify channel length, width, and height. New Feature - Each side can now be edited independently.  Zero Lengths - New FeatureChange a length to zero and the channel will properly render for an edge of desk exit or flush turns to a different channel. C-Channel (Curve) Width and Height Radius  Change the radius for wider turns. Note: A radius of 1 can be mounted directly against a radius of 2 and so forth if the width is 1. If the width is wider, be sure to multiply the radius by the width. For example, a channel width of 2 will require a radius of 1 to be next to a radius of 3. T-Channel Width and Height Sharp and Mitered Corners (New February '25)X-Channel Widths and Height New feature - Change widths independently for different-width intersections. Add height for more room.  Y-Channel Width, Height, and Length Output Direction Change whether the outputs continue forward or turn outward. Straight Distance  This is the length of the straight section before the turns. Note, wider channels may produce artifacts. Changing this straight distance often resolves them. Diagonal Channel Width, Height, and Length Output Direction Change whether the outputs continue forward or turn outward. Straight Distance  This is the length of the straight section before the turns. Note, wider channels may produce artifacts. Changing this straight distance often resolves them. S-Channel (NEW!) Width, Height, and LengthHeight Change Channel (NEW!)Note: Due to shape, the top needs to be printed in the orientation shown. Some printers may require brim setting to be turned on.  Length and Width Height 1 and Height 2Mitre Channel Width and Height Distance from edge  This value calculates (in mm) the distance from the corner to the end of the piece. Each sides are independently configurable. This value automatically adjusts when heights are changed to maintain the same mm.   Mounting the Item Holder?I recommend DavidD's flush mount Multiconnect for Underware as this provides the most secure fit. The only time this will not work is if you mounted your Multiboard using snaps and your Item Holder needs to sit on top of them. If this is the case, use the standard Multiconnect. Mounting on Multiboard? Base Multiboard grid available here:https://thangs.com/designer/Keep%2520Making/3d-model/9x9%2520Multiboard%2520Core%2520Tile-977730 Want to contribute? Send a pull request? Report an issue? Learn OpenSCAD? All code is available on GitHub. Join the growing community of contributors!:  https://github.com/AndyLevesque/QuackWorks/ Changelog: v2.0 - Initial Release!v2.1 - 2024-12-09All ChannelsImproved threading and added slop parameter for customizable threading easeImproved parameters descriptions (thanks @fawix!)Item HolderMulticonnect on-ramps off by defaultMulticonnect on-ramps on ½ grid intervals for more contact points (thanks @user_2270779674!)Rounded Corners with rounding parameter (thanks @user_2270779674!)Better naming of height/depth parametersX ChannelNew ability to have 2 different widths interceptv2.1.1Item HolderAbility to reduce number of multiconnect slots (thanks nedergaard!)v2.1.1Item HolderReduced dimple default strength (1.5 to 0.8)v2.2Mitre ChannelAdded internal corner optionFixed length calculations for outside cornerv2.3L-ChannelL-Channel lengths are individually customizableL-Channel zero-lengths are now possibleThanks macarie (Raul Macarie)!v2.4Snap ConnectorNew split snap connector - no more broken threads!v2.5S-ChannelNew S-Channel for smother bends and shuffles to other lanesv2.6Height Change ChannelNew Height Change Channel to transition nicely between two heights without leaving gaps.T ChannelT Channel now has mitered corners for easier cable routing. Thanks @Porteregr!

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Underware 2.0 is an open-source, modular, and re-usable cable management system developed by Hands on Katie and BlackjackDuck, with community contributions on GitHub. It offers customizable features such as width, height, mounting options, and various channel types. Users can generate and print their own configurations using the provided parametric files without needing specialized software. The system includes new features like customizable diagonal channels, multi-color labeling, and improved snap connectors for enhanced ease of use and flexibility.

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