> Aluminium extrusions are bars with a groove on all four sides. These bars have a standard format and you can slide all kinds of equipment in there and lock it in place with set screws. It seems to be used a lot for home made 3D printers, CNC machines and whatnot.
They're also called "T-slot" and 80/20 (from the brand).
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T-slot_structural_framing
Plenty of free 3D models for tiny parts for those that can be printed at home (careful though: most won't hold much weight).
I'm very surprised that nothing like this exists in the tech/IT space. There can't be that many form factors, voltages, etc. to deal with.
[0] I think something like this: https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=600062
Check it out starting on page 2240 of your McMaster-Carr 132 catalog. They have all kinds of things you can mount up like monitor arms. It's an erector set toy for engineers. ;)
You do have to solder, though I wouldn't be surprised if one can find sata power to barrel adapters on AliExpress.
jm4rch•4d ago
https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/helmer-drawer-unit-on-casters-b...
louwrentius•4d ago