Several Fabman users have asked how to keep FB-V2 power plugs from working loose. Derrick Miles shares a customer-made 3D-printed retainer designed for a Bridge used with a laser engraver.
The retainer mounts at the Bridge’s power connection. Two height-adjustable rotating arms accommodate different plug lengths and swing aside for quick removal. It uses two M5 × 20 mm screws. Download the STL file.
The retainer provides mechanical cable retention only; it has not been tested by Fabman.
For loads above 10 A, the power cables can instead be connected directly to the Bridge’s PCB terminals; its C13/C14 connectors are rated up to 10 A. This requires opening the enclosure and must only be done by a qualified electrician. See the Fabman guide to connecting up to 16 A.
Thanks, Derrick, for sharing this with the Fabman community!