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Paint Pal: Mix & Match Magnetic Paint Caddy

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Nick

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About 737 g of filament From the designer's print profile

Print Profile (14) Paint-Pal Core: M3 Bolt Version 5h 12m 260 g PETG

Paint-Pal Core: M3 Bolt Version

5 plates 5h 12m 260 g PETG

X1 Carbon, X1, P1P, H2C, H2D Pro, P2S, H2S, A1, H2D, X1E, P1S, X2D, A2L

This is the standard print profile for the latest version of Paint Pal. To create 1 fully assembled set of Paint Pal you will require the plates in this profile. Plates that you will need repeated quantity of will be labeled below and on the print profile M3 bolts are required to assemble this model. I have designed it specifically for M3 x 0.5 mm Thread Size, 8 mm Long Hex Socket Bolts. 1x Handle 1x Base 1x Caddy Support 2x Caddy-Side 2x Caddy-Cap

Plate Details (5)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1 · Handle

51m 40 g PETG · 40 g

Plate 2 · Base

1h 1m 55 g PETG · 55 g

Plate 3 · Caddy Support

51m 47 g PETG · 47 g

Plate 4 · Caddy-Side (Print 2)

1h 25m 63 g PETG · 63 g

Plate 5 · Caddy-Cap (Print 2)

1h 4m 55 g PETG · 55 g

Paint-Pal Core: M3 Heated Insert Version

5 plates 5h 15m 261 g PETG

X1 Carbon, P1P, H2D Pro, H2C, X1E, H2S, H2D, A1, X1, P1S, P2S, X2D, A2L

This is the standard print profile for the latest version of Paint Pal. To create one fully assembled Paint Pal set, you are required to print the plates in this profile. Plates that require multiple copies are labeled below and within the print profile. 1x Handle 1x Base 1x Caddy Support 2x Caddy-Side 2x Caddy-Cap ## Hardware Requirements Bolts: M3 bolts are required for assembly. This model is designed specifically for M3 x 0.5 mm thread size, 8 mm long hex socket bolts . Heat-Set Inserts: This variant uses M3 heat-set threaded inserts. • Clearance: 4.325 mm diameter and 5.25 mm depth. • Ideal Insert Dimensions: 5 mm width, 4.25 mm taper, and 4 mm height. • Note: I used this listing on Amazon for the design.

Plate Details (5)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1 · Handle

51m 40 g PETG · 40 g

Plate 2 · Base

1h 2m 55 g PETG · 55 g

Plate 3 · Caddy Support

52m 47 g PETG · 47 g

Plate 4 · Caddy-Side (Print 2)

1h 27m 64 g PETG · 64 g

Plate 5 · Caddy-Cap (Print 2)

1h 4m 55 g PETG · 55 g

Holder: Citadel Pack

2 plates 1h 51m 57 g PETG

X1 Carbon, P1S, H2D Pro, H2D, A1, X1, H2C, P2S, X1E, H2S, P1P, X2D, A2L

03.22.2026 Changes and Additions • Added a taper to these holders to conform better to the unique design that Citadel has. • Improved model for optimal printability.

Plate Details (2)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1 · 13ml - Citadel

56m 29 g PETG · 29 g

Plate 2 · 24ml - Citadel

55m 28 g PETG · 28 g

Holder: 60ml Ammo Mig Clear Coat

1 plate 3h 2m 52 g PETG

X1 Carbon, H2D Pro, H2C, X1E, P1P, P2S, A1, H2S, X1, P1S, H2D, X2D, A2L

Plate Details (1)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1

3h 2m 52 g PETG · 52 g

Holder: 60Ml AK Super Chrome

1 plate 1h 43m 59 g PETG

X1 Carbon, X1E, H2D Pro, P1P, P1S, H2S, H2D, A1, P2S, H2C, X1, X2D, A2L

Plate Details (1)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1

1h 43m 59 g PETG · 59 g

Holder: 35ml Vallejo Wash

1 plate 1h 18m 42 g PETG

X1 Carbon, H2C, A1, P1S, X1, X1E, H2S, H2D, H2D Pro, P1P, P2S, X2D, A2L

Plate Details (1)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1

1h 18m 42 g PETG · 42 g

Holder: 30ml Golden High Flow

1 plate 1h 44m 65 g PETG

X1 Carbon, H2C, H2D, P1P, P1S, P2S, A1, X1, H2S, H2D Pro, X1E, X2D, A2L

Plate Details (1)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1

1h 44m 65 g PETG · 65 g

Holder: 23ml Tamiya Acrylic Round

1 plate 59m 37 g PETG

X1 Carbon, H2C, H2D, P1P, P1S, P2S, A1, X1, H2S, H2D Pro, X1E, X2D, A2L

Plate Details (1)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1

59m 37 g PETG · 37 g

Holder: 17-18ml Bottles Variety Vallejo/Army Painter/AK

1 plate 1h 24m 50 g PETG

X1 Carbon, P1P, H2D Pro, H2C, X1E, H2S, H2D, A1, X1, P1S, P2S, X2D, A2L

Currently tested to fit 17-18ml bottles from these brands: • Army Painter • Vallejo • AK IInteractive

Plate Details (1)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1

1h 24m 50 g PETG · 50 g

Holder: 10ml Tamiya Enamel

1 plate 1h 29m 57 g PETG

X1 Carbon, X1E, H2S, H2D, A1, H2D Pro, P1P, H2C, X1, P2S, P1S, X2D, A2L

Plate Details (1)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1

1h 29m 57 g PETG · 57 g

Holder: 10ml Testors Enamel

1 plate 1h 32m 58 g PETG

X1 Carbon, X1E, H2S, H2D, A1, H2D Pro, P1P, H2C, X1, P2S, P1S, X2D, A2L

Plate Details (1)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1

1h 32m 58 g PETG · 58 g

Holder: 10ml Tamiya Acrylic Round

1 plate 53m 32 g PETG

X1 Carbon, X1, P1P, H2C, H2D Pro, P2S, H2S, A1, H2D, X1E, P1S, X2D, A2L

Plate Details (1)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1

53m 32 g PETG · 32 g

Speed-Paint Markers Vertical Mount

1 plate 1h 10m 41 g PLA

X1 Carbon, X1E, H2S, H2D, A1, H2D Pro, P1P, H2C, X1, P2S, P1S, X2D, A2L

Adaptive cubic infill Tree supports Angled for optimized core axis print

Plate Details (1)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1

1h 10m 41 g PLA · 41 g

Legacy Prints (Outdated Print Pal V1)

13 plates 18h 24m 737 g PLA

X1 Carbon, H2C, P1P, H2D Pro, P2S, A1, X1, X1E, P1S, H2S, H2D, X2D, A2L

Old holder files to support, legacy model with outdated attachment points.

Plate Details (13)

0.4 mm nozzle, all plates

Plate 1 · Support x1

1h 1m 50 g PLA · 50 g

Plate 2 · Base x1

1h 9m 59 g PLA · 59 g

Plate 3 · Side Cap

1h 11m 58 g PLA · 58 g

Plate 4 · Slotted Side

1h 34m 66 g PLA · 66 g

Plate 5 · Handle

1h 43 g PLA · 43 g

Plate 6 · 35mm (60Ml AK or Ammo)

2h 81 g PLA · 81 g

Plate 7 · 24mm (Vallejo Game Colour)

2h 27m 69 g PLA · 69 g

Plate 8 · 24-22mm (10Ml Testors Enamel)

1h 7m 47 g PLA · 47 g

Plate 9 · 30mm (30Ml Golden High Flow Holder)

2h 6m 80 g PLA · 80 g

Plate 10 · 36mm (35Ml Vallejo Wash)

1h 31m 57 g PLA · 57 g

Plate 11 · 35mm (10Ml Tamiya Holder)

1h 7m 40 g PLA · 40 g

Plate 12 · 40mm (23ml Tamiya Holder)

1h 1m 39 g PLA · 39 g

Plate 13 · 25-20mm (10ml Tamiya Enamel)

1h 9m 48 g PLA · 48 g

As sliced by the designer. Your printer, filament, and settings may change these numbers.

Designer's Description

Modular. Magnetic. Maker-approved.

Keep your paints organized and secure with this modular magnetic paint caddy. Mix and match your hobby paints into a well organised system that compliments the workflow of a maker. Rearrange them anytime to fit a project on the go, or set it and forget it by storing them onto a shelf, ready for the next project.

I used 12 M3*8mm socket bolts to fasten the 3d printed parts together. Additionally, 8 12x2mm disc magnets to snap the trim cover that also acts as the magnetic lock keeping the holders in place.

Currently compatible with:

30mm x 7: (30ml Golden High Flow)

35mm x 6: (60ml Ammo Mig Clear Coat)
36mm x 6: (35ML Vallejo Wash)
24mm x 8: (Vallejo / Army painter (17-18ml)
25mm x 8: (10ml Tamiya-Enamel)
35mm x 6: (10ml Tamiya Acrylic-Round)
40mm x 5: (23ml Tamiya Acrylic-Round)
24mm x 8: (10ml Testors Enamel)

15mm x 6: Tapered (12ml - 24ml Citadel)

18mm x 6: (60ml AK Superchrome)

Paint Pal is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any brands stated above

Dont see yours? no worries, let me know and I can add them in updates to come

Future version with Heated inserts soon available. I printed my caddy with both PLA and PETG to test stress on the print. Both have successfully passed so far.

I look forward to hearing about additions and improvements you would like to see in future itterations!

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UPDATE – March 22, 2026: Restructured Print Profiles and Work on Full release

Updates to Holders

- US Art Supply 2oz tested and waiting on picture to add to print profiles. (currently available in experiment)

- Amsterdam 120ml paint tube tested and waiting on picture to add to print profiles. (currently available in experiment)

- Citadel now has a draft to match the conformity unique to these bottle shapes and tweaked for improved fitment.

- All currently available holders have been updated to a new style that better allows for horizontal grasp and place of the paint bottle.

NEW DESIGN

OLD DESIGN

Added two new print profiles for the core chassis of Paint Pal

- Added Core for M3 Bolts

- Added Core for M3 Bolts with Heat Set Threaded Inserts

Updated Paint Pal Core

- New slim design handle raised and curved to improve strength and allow extra bottles to be added to top rows while retaining ability to grasp caddy with whole hand.

- Magnet holes now have tabs to allow for easier recycling or rearranging of magnets.