This repository provides detailed instructions, files, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) results for manufacturing the OpenRiggingPlate - a 7075-T6 Aluminium, Hard Anodized Rigging Plate designed for various rigging applications.
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3D Model STEP file:
riggingplate-14mar2024.step
(Ready to upload to CNC services) -
SolidWorks Source File:
riggingplate-14mar2024.sldprt
(Modify or customize the design) -
Manufacturing Notes PDF:
riggingplate-14mar2024-manufacturingnotes.pdf
(Detailed anodizing instructions included—upload this PDF to your machining service.) -
Finite Element Analysis: Refer to the provided
FEA Analysisfolder for detailed results and loading conditions.
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 235.58 × 111.9 × 12 mm |
| Material | Aluminum 7075-T6 (Do NOT substitute with 6061, as it WILL fail) |
| Volume | 92,450.06 mm³ |
| Surface Finish | CNC machining to Ra1.6 or better; hand polishing preferred |
| Coating | Hardcoat Anodizing Type III (Default: Black, other colors optional) |
| Tolerances | ISO 2768 medium |
Follow these step-by-step instructions to have this rigging plate professionally CNC machined:
- Download all provided files, especially the
.STEPfile for manufacturing and the PDF for anodizing guidelines.
Recommended machining providers:
- Create an account and log in to your chosen machining service.
- Upload the provided STEP file:
riggingplate-14mar2024.step. - Important: Upload the PDF file
riggingplate-14mar2024-manufacturingnotes.pdfwith detailed manufacturing and anodizing instructions.
- Select Aluminum 7075-T6 explicitly (critical for safety—6061 WILL fail under load).
- Request CNC machining to a minimum surface roughness of Ra1.6 or better.
- Specify additional hand polishing for a smoother, superior finish.
- Select Type III Hardcoat Anodizing.
- Default color: Black (other colors optional based on preference).
- Important: Clearly communicate hanger positions as shown in the provided PDF to minimize visible marks.
Copy and paste the following note into the manufacturing special instructions:
"Please carefully follow the instructions in the provided PDF file (
riggingplate-14mar2024-manufacturingnotes.pdf) to minimize anodization marks from hanging, restricting marks only to the indicated areas."
- Confirm all details and submit your order.
FEA has been thoroughly conducted. The design passed static structural analyses using ANSYS software with remote displacement, allowing rotation about the Z-axis (in and out of page) to simulate realistic load conditions.
Refer to the image below to understand each test scenario clearly:
Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS) Results:
| Test Case | Direction | Breaking Strength (lbf) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vertical | 2697.7 |
| 2 | Angled horizontal | 2384.5 |
| 3 | Angled horizontal | 4768.8 |
| 4 | Angled horizontal | 2222.5 |
| 5 | Horizontal | 2810.1 |
| 6 | Angled horizontal | 3372.1 |
| 7 | Angled downward | 3034.9 |
Detailed FEA results are available in the FEA Analysis folder.
- Material Integrity: Strict adherence to 7075-T6 aluminum is required for structural safety. Using weaker materials like 6061 will result in structural failure.
- Anodizing Hangers: Carefully follow the instructions in the provided PDF to minimize cosmetic defects from the anodizing process.
If you wish to customize or adapt the design for specific needs, use the provided SolidWorks source file:
This file allows you to easily modify dimensions, hole positions, or structural features using SolidWorks software.
Please open an issue or a pull request on GitHub if you find any errors or have suggestions for improvement.
Happy rigging!