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How to make a divided umbrella drip tray with vibe CAD
Give folded umbrellas a defined place to drip beside the door. Model a shallow tray with removable dividers so different umbrella tips stay separated, while the wet surfaces remain easy to reach for cleaning.
Concept illustration. Customize the prompt and upload your CAD.
drip-tray design, not an umbrella stand or a verified waterproof container.
01 / START WITH THE REAL OBJECT
Measure before you prompt.
- Available floor width and depth, including door swing.
- Footprint of each folded umbrella tip.
- Desired rim height and space between dividers.
- Clearance needed to lift the tray without snagging nearby furniture.
State units. If a dimension is missing, have your agent ask for it.
02 / GIVE YOUR AGENT A CLEAR BRIEF
Copy this into your CAD conversation.
Use Claude or another agent with a CAD tool such as OpenSCAD, CadQuery or your existing modeler. Fill in your measurements and keep the source editable.
Design a shallow umbrella drip tray in millimeters. Use parameters tray_width, tray_depth, rim_height, wall_thickness, divider_count, divider_thickness and divider_clearance. Ask for missing dimensions and whether dividers must lift out. Add rounded inside corners and a broad flat bottom. Show the tray separately from its dividers. Do not assume that printed walls will be watertight or that the tray supports an upright umbrella.03 / INSPECT AS YOU BUILD
Model it in deliberate steps.
Map the footprint
Place the folded umbrellas on paper and mark their tips. Keep the proposed tray outside the door sweep and walking path.
Build a cleanable basin
Start with the outer rectangle, hollow it, then add divider slots above the floor. Avoid narrow pockets that trap debris.
Review removal paths
Preview each divider lifting vertically. Check that the rim leaves enough finger space and that all parts export as closed solids.
04 / VALIDATE THE FIRST PROTOTYPE
Check the fit and intended use.
- Compare a full-size paper outline with the intended floor space.
- Review a slot-and-divider coupon before choosing final clearance.
- Inspect the proposed underside for rocking and narrow contact strips.
Material
PETG is a candidate for occasional moisture exposure; surface finish and leakage still need evaluation.
List critical dimensions and acceptable deviations in your request. See clearance and fit and material grades.
05 / START YOUR ORDER
Upload your CAD. Get an exact quote.
Customize the prompt, export your model and submit it with quantity, intended use and fit requirements. We review your request and send a nonbinding quote; the payment link follows if you accept.
No charge at submission. Current firm print scope is PLA/PETG shipped within the contiguous US/DC.