Extrusion Bookends

Aandersson

DIY extrusion bookends designed by Aandersson
DIY extrusion bookends designed by Aandersson
Extrusion Bookends

Design and photography by AANDERSSON
Published in Spring 2019

The lightweight and very strong framing material used in these bookends is a bit over-qualified to hold up a few books, but the beauty of the material’s form is something worth putting on display. The full assembly process for these two 7.3in x 5in (185mm x 125mm) bookends is easy and takes less than 30 minutes to complete. Steps include custom ordering parts, screwing them together, and applying some bumpers on the bottom for grip. The parts cost less than 50 USD on average.

DIY extrusion bookends designed by Aandersson
DIY extrusion bookends designed by Aandersson
Assembly
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1     When purchasing the 100mm long frame part, have an end tap added to the left. This essentially adds threads in those holes for your screw to hold onto.
1     When purchasing the 100mm long frame part, have an end tap added to the left. This essentially adds threads in those holes for your screw to hold onto.
2     When purchasing the 185mm long frame part, have an access hole added in the middle (slot "VV") 12.5mm from the left.
2     When purchasing the 185mm long frame part, have an access hole added in the middle (slot "VV") 12.5mm from the left.
3     Steps 3-5 are for black bookends only. Cut a strip of electrical tape and wrap it around the part of the fastener in the photo.
3     Steps 3-5 are for black bookends only. Cut a strip of electrical tape and wrap it around the part of the fastener in the photo.
4     Steps 3-5 are for black bookends only. Tuck in the edges of the tape.
4     Steps 3-5 are for black bookends only. Tuck in the edges of the tape.
5     Steps 3-5 are for black bookends only. With scissors or an object with a point, poke through the tape where the screw's hole is.
5     Steps 3-5 are for black bookends only. With scissors or an object with a point, poke through the tape where the screw's hole is.
6     Loosely screw the fastener in the center hole of the 100mm long frame. Make sure to screw on the side with the end taps (threaded holes).
6     Loosely screw the fastener in the center hole of the 100mm long frame. Make sure to screw on the side with the end taps (threaded holes).
7     Align the fastener into the middle slot of the 185mm long frame.
7     Align the fastener into the middle slot of the 185mm long frame.
8     Place the Allen Key through the access hole and tighten the screw of the fastener.
8     Place the Allen Key through the access hole and tighten the screw of the fastener.
9     Make sure the sides are flush before tightening the fastener securely.
9     Make sure the sides are flush before tightening the fastener securely.
10     Place bumpers along the underside of the bookend, as photographed, and press down firmly. Repeat steps 1-10 to produce your second bookend.
10     Place bumpers along the underside of the bookend, as photographed, and press down firmly. Repeat steps 1-10 to produce your second bookend.
Index
Parts
Black T-slotted Aluminum Frame, 25mm X 75mm, 100mm length, with Left End Tap Added
Quantity required: 2
Black T-slotted Aluminum Frame, 25mm X 75mm, 185mm length, with Access Hole Added
Quantity required: 2
Standard End Fastener, M6
Quantity required: 2
Electrical Tape (needed for black frame only)
Quantity required: 1
Clear Self-adhesive Rubber Bumpers
Quantity required: 8
Tools
Allen Key, M6
Quantity required: 1
Alternative Parts
Anodized T-slotted Aluminum Frame, 25mm X 75mm, 100mm length, with Left End Tap Added
Replaces: Black T-slotted Aluminum Frame, 25mm X 75mm, 100mm length, with Left End Tap Added
Anodized T-slotted Aluminum Frame, 25mm X 75mm, 185mm length, with Access Hole Added
Replaces: Black T-slotted Aluminum Frame, 25mm X 75mm, 185mm length, with Access Hole Added
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