Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
I’ve been using my 3D-printed Lab Rax homelab system for over a year, and I’ve made a number of upgrades to make it stronger, easier to assemble and more versatile. In this video, we'll take a look at the latest improvements and new accessories, including wall mounting, stacking and expansion options, storage, cable management and a programmable NeoPixel logo that can display real-time homelab status information.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Check Out The Olight Ostation 2 Pro - bit.ly/4byyu7x
Olight Lithium Ion AA Batteries - bit.ly/3Rzu0Xx
10% OFF Ostation 2 Pro or 4pcs li-ion batteries - OSTATION10
5% OFF 8pcs AA li-ion batteries - OSTATION5
3D Print Files:
Wall Mounting Cleats - makerworld.com/en/models/3212268-lab-rax-wall-mounting-cleats
1U Extension Module - makerworld.com/en/models/3211714-lab-rax-upgraded-1u-extension-module
Stackable Handles - makerworld.com/en/models/2317435-stackable-replacement-handles-for-lab-rax
NeoPixel Light Up Logo - makerworld.com/en/models/3212396-neopixel-light-up-lab-rax-logo
Bottom Accessory Drawer - makerworld.com/en/models/3212362-lab-rax-bottom-drawer
Lab Rax Cable Guide - makerworld.com/en/models/3215912-lab-rax-cable-guide
Lab Rax Cable Management Combs (6 Cables) - makerworld.com/en/models/3215942-lab-rax-cable-management-combs-6-cables
Visit my blog for the project write-up and additional information - the-diy-life.com/lab-rax-upgrades-design-improvements-new-accessories-for-my-3d-printed-homelab
PURCHASE LINKS
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M6x10mm Button Head Screws - amzn.to/49X7GgO
M6 Brass Inserts 8mm OD, 4mm Length - https://mklements.short.gy/7G9IHF
M6 Brass Inserts 8mm OD, 5mm Length - amzn.to/4fq1m4a
M6 Nuts - amzn.to/3SlKgrQ
Wall Mount Screw & Plug Kit - amzn.to/4c2sqEC
2 × 8-pixel NeoPixel LED bars - amzn.to/4y1JyTq
2 x M3 Brass inserts OD 4-5mm - amzn.to/4xY7mrc
2 x M3 x 8mm Button Head Screws - amzn.to/4cH2Mp1
Breadboard jumpers - amzn.to/4xc5PxG
Microcontroller or Pi, an ESP32 is a cheap and easy way to drive the light - amzn.to/4xhmRL3
Tools & Equipment Used:
Brass Insert Tool - amzn.to/3FTj14P
3D Print Glue - amzn.to/4gu2GCa
USB C Pencil Screwdriver - amzn.to/4lWg5Ec
Some of the above parts are affiliate links. By purchasing products through the above links, you’ll be supporting this channel, at no additional cost to you.
CHAPTERS
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0:00 Intro
0:27 Homelab Improvements
1:53 Ostation 2 Pro
3:23 Lab Rax Accessories
8:37 Final Thoughts
If you've got any ideas for Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or other Electronics projects or tutorials you'd like to see, let me know in the comments section.
I’ve been using my 3D-printed Lab Rax homelab system for over a year, and I’ve made a number of upgrades to make it stronger, easier to assemble and more versatile. In this video, we'll take a look at the latest improvements and new accessories, including wall mounting, stacking and expansion options, storage, cable management and a programmable NeoPixel logo that can display real-time homelab status information.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Check Out The Olight Ostation 2 Pro - bit.ly/4byyu7x
Olight Lithium Ion AA Batteries - bit.ly/3Rzu0Xx
10% OFF Ostation 2 Pro or 4pcs li-ion batteries - OSTATION10
5% OFF 8pcs AA li-ion batteries - OSTATION5
3D Print Files:
Wall Mounting Cleats - makerworld.com/en/models/3212268-lab-rax-wall-mounting-cleats
1U Extension Module - makerworld.com/en/models/3211714-lab-rax-upgraded-1u-extension-module
Stackable Handles - makerworld.com/en/models/2317435-stackable-replacement-handles-for-lab-rax
NeoPixel Light Up Logo - makerworld.com/en/models/3212396-neopixel-light-up-lab-rax-logo
Bottom Accessory Drawer - makerworld.com/en/models/3212362-lab-rax-bottom-drawer
Lab Rax Cable Guide - makerworld.com/en/models/3215912-lab-rax-cable-guide
Lab Rax Cable Management Combs (6 Cables) - makerworld.com/en/models/3215942-lab-rax-cable-management-combs-6-cables
Visit my blog for the project write-up and additional information - the-diy-life.com/lab-rax-upgrades-design-improvements-new-accessories-for-my-3d-printed-homelab
PURCHASE LINKS
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M6x10mm Button Head Screws - amzn.to/49X7GgO
M6 Brass Inserts 8mm OD, 4mm Length - https://mklements.short.gy/7G9IHF
M6 Brass Inserts 8mm OD, 5mm Length - amzn.to/4fq1m4a
M6 Nuts - amzn.to/3SlKgrQ
Wall Mount Screw & Plug Kit - amzn.to/4c2sqEC
2 × 8-pixel NeoPixel LED bars - amzn.to/4y1JyTq
2 x M3 Brass inserts OD 4-5mm - amzn.to/4xY7mrc
2 x M3 x 8mm Button Head Screws - amzn.to/4cH2Mp1
Breadboard jumpers - amzn.to/4xc5PxG
Microcontroller or Pi, an ESP32 is a cheap and easy way to drive the light - amzn.to/4xhmRL3
Tools & Equipment Used:
Brass Insert Tool - amzn.to/3FTj14P
3D Print Glue - amzn.to/4gu2GCa
USB C Pencil Screwdriver - amzn.to/4lWg5Ec
Some of the above parts are affiliate links. By purchasing products through the above links, you’ll be supporting this channel, at no additional cost to you.
CHAPTERS
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0:00 Intro
0:27 Homelab Improvements
1:53 Ostation 2 Pro
3:23 Lab Rax Accessories
8:37 Final Thoughts
If you've got any ideas for Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or other Electronics projects or tutorials you'd like to see, let me know in the comments section.
