3D Printed Foldable Permobile Tray

The challenge

There are limited low-tech options for tray tables for individuals with limited range of motion. This project is not only a portable, sturdy desk, it is also lightweight can be opened and closed easily in more than one way.

Who it helps

Anyone who desires a foldable tray that can be mounted on their Permobil wheelchair.

How it works

This solution meets all of Gracie’s needs: it’s foldable, lightweight, and self-operable; it has smooth, rounded edges for comfort and a snug fit shaped to fit her body; it has an opening mechanism that works with her range of motion.

This 3D printed tray folds at the middle, and lays across armrests of a Permobil wheelchair. The desk attatches to the Permobil rails. To open, there is a hook to grab. To close, there is an portruding piece that fits snug into a slot on the underside.

Tools needed

PC or MAC I7 +

Prusa slicer

Measurement tool

Needle-nose pliers

FDM Printer

Project details

• Stage: Prototype
• Built by the Emory University community, Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
• Team: Gracie
• Category: Daily Living
• 17 downloads

The build files for 3D Printed Foldable Permobile Tray are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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