Self-Sourcing Guide
The Self-Sourcing Guide helps you assemble the same set of components and prepared parts you would receive with an Open Task Light kit. Follow the sections below in order, then continue to the Printing and Assembly guides.
1. Choose your build
The Open Task Light can be built with either a freestanding base or a clamping base. Review the bill of materials for the parts and quantities required for your build.
2. Gather tools and supplies
Self-sourcing requires additional materials and equipment for printing, soldering, tapping, and part preparation. Review the additional tools and supplies before ordering.
3. Source and prepare your parts
Additional Printed Parts
Print the components that are normally supplied with the kit.
Custom Manufactured Parts
Order or manufacture the metal parts, circuit boards, and other custom components.
Manual Part Preparation
Prepare components that are not ready to use as purchased.
4. Check your work
Use the Pre-assembly Checklist to confirm that your self-sourced parts are prepared and ready before moving on to the main lamp prints.
5. Continue your build
Once your self-sourced parts are ready:
Follow the Printing Guide to print the main lamp parts.
Continue to the Assembly Guide to put it all together.
Need help?
If you have questions about sourcing or preparing a part, join the Open Task Light Discord.
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