Better Cup Holders - Integrated Console

[AllDigital]

I just upgraded to a new P100D and got the new Integrated Center Console. This is a huge improvement over the old bowling alley (yacht floor), but I've had two Teslas with the EVannex CCI and I missed the big perfect cupholder in the middle. The new Tesla Integrated Center Console cup holders are pretty lame inserts and the elbow cup holders are just as awkward (I know -- first world problems!). Neither cup holder is very convenient nor can they survive ludicrous mode.

So, I did a quick design and 3D printed a better set of cup holders for the integrated console. These sit up high and are side-by-side, so they are easily accessible. They also have a little stopper that flips up, so the console door can close up to the cup holders. No more having to leave the console door all the way open if you want a cup holder. The cup holders hold a standard size water and a big cup (vitamin water or Starbucks Venti) side-by-side. And they are snug enough to withstand launch mode.

I'm not going to print these for anyone (thanklessly slow), but I posted the source files on Thingiverse for anyone that wants to have them printed. Even better would be for someone to make a quality commercial cup holder insert.

Enjoy!

Tesla Center Console Cup Holders by AllDigital

 

[keithf]

They look great. A definate improvement. I would definitely pay for a set of these. Such a simple solution.

I just upgraded to a new P100D and got the new Integrated Center Console. This is a huge improvement over the old bowling alley (yacht floor), but I've had two Teslas with the EVannex CCI and I missed the big perfect cupholder in the middle. The new Tesla Integrated Center Console cup holders are pretty lame inserts and the elbow cup holders are just as awkward (I know -- first world problems!). Neither cup holder is very convenient nor can they survive ludicrous mode.

So, I did a quick design and 3D printed a better set of cup holders for the integrated console. These sit up high and are side-by-side, so they are easily accessible. They also have a little stopper that flips up, so the console door can close up to the cup holders. No more having to leave the console door all the way open if you want a cup holder. The cup holders hold a standard size water and a big cup (vitamin water or Starbucks Venti) side-by-side. And they are snug enough to withstand launch mode.

I'm not going to print these for anyone (thanklessly slow), but I posted the source files on Thingiverse for anyone that wants to have them printed. Even better would be for someone to make a quality commercial cup holder insert.

Enjoy!

Tesla Center Console Cup Holders by AllDigital

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I just upgraded to a new P100D and got the new Integrated Center Console. This is a huge improvement over the old bowling alley (yacht floor), but I've had two Teslas with the EVannex CCI and I missed the big perfect cupholder in the middle. The new Tesla Integrated Center Console cup holders are pretty lame inserts and the elbow cup holders are just as awkward (I know -- first world problems!). Neither cup holder is very convenient nor can they survive ludicrous mode.

So, I did a quick design and 3D printed a better set of cup holders for the integrated console. These sit up high and are side-by-side, so they are easily accessible. They also have a little stopper that flips up, so the console door can close up to the cup holders. No more having to leave the console door all the way open if you want a cup holder. The cup holders hold a standard size water and a big cup (vitamin water or Starbucks Venti) side-by-side. And they are snug enough to withstand launch mode.

I'm not going to print these for anyone (thanklessly slow), but I posted the source files on Thingiverse for anyone that wants to have them printed. Even better would be for someone to make a quality commercial cup holder insert.

Enjoy!

Tesla Center Console Cup Holders by AllDigital

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[Jimmy 1]

EVamped makes a cool insert also.

 

[IchDochNicht]

This is like dangling a forbidden fruit in front of us... Most here don't have an opportunity to print one of these, or know where to go to get it done.

 

[mbhforum]

I just upgraded to a new P100D and got the new Integrated Center Console. This is a huge improvement over the old bowling alley (yacht floor), but I've had two Teslas with the EVannex CCI and I missed the big perfect cupholder in the middle. The new Tesla Integrated Center Console cup holders are pretty lame inserts and the elbow cup holders are just as awkward (I know -- first world problems!). Neither cup holder is very convenient nor can they survive ludicrous mode.

So, I did a quick design and 3D printed a better set of cup holders for the integrated console. These sit up high and are side-by-side, so they are easily accessible. They also have a little stopper that flips up, so the console door can close up to the cup holders. No more having to leave the console door all the way open if you want a cup holder. The cup holders hold a standard size water and a big cup (vitamin water or Starbucks Venti) side-by-side. And they are snug enough to withstand launch mode.

I'm not going to print these for anyone (thanklessly slow), but I posted the source files on Thingiverse for anyone that wants to have them printed. Even better would be for someone to make a quality commercial cup holder insert.

Enjoy!

Tesla Center Console Cup Holders by AllDigital

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These look great. You should wrap them in Carbon Fiber as it will blend in nicely with your trim.

 

[ASMills85]

There are many services online where you can provide the STL and they will print and send it to you. They are quite affordable as well. The alternative, 3D printers are not expensive and a neat thing to have. Maybe this is the push you need to go out and buy one!

 

[AllDigital]

I added a small trash cup that fits behind the cup holders. It also has a slot to hold a toll road transponder and a small thing of Carmex. The 3D print file is here: Tesla Model S Integrated Console Trash bin by AllDigital

Also, good suggestion @mbhforum -- I wrapped the cup holders in vinyl carbon fiber. They look pretty good.

 

[asphaltspongr]

They look great. A definate improvement. I would definitely pay for a set of these. Such a simple solution.

These are for private jets. Made from aluminum, so they're probably not cheap, but I've seen them in Tesla cars. They expand to fit. Rock solid stuff: www.cupinserts.com

 

[IchDochNicht]

These are for private jets. Made from aluminum, so they're probably not cheap, but I've seen them in Tesla cars. They expand to fit. Rock solid stuff: www.cupinserts.com

Those are a great idea as long as you never get into an accident while these arms are folded-out. But if your arm hits those with the impact force, you would be scarred for life...

 

[Saimaannorppa]

Cheers to to all DIYers!

Easy solution for about 15 bucks with delivery from Aliexpress https://www.aliexpress.com/item/smabee-Car-central-armrest-box-For-Tesla-MODEL-X-MODEL-S-Interior-Accessories-Stowing-Tidying-Center/32955132271.html

I retrofitted one with Qi-charger module.

 

[mbhforum]

I got this and like it. The only thing I don’t like is it doesn’t hold most water bottles for gym, etc, but should hold most coffee and cups.

Center Console Organizer Storage Box with Cup Holder for Model S

 

[mbhforum]

Cheers to to all DIYers!

Easy solution for about 15 bucks with delivery from Aliexpress https://www.aliexpress.com/item/smabee-Car-central-armrest-box-For-Tesla-MODEL-X-MODEL-S-Interior-Accessories-Stowing-Tidying-Center/32955132271.html

I retrofitted one with Qi-charger module.

That’s a better price than I paid for the same unit on taptes. How did you retro fit it with a Qi charger? Can you give us pics and details?

 

[Saimaannorppa]

That’s a better price than I paid for the same unit on taptes. How did you retro fit it with a Qi charger? Can you give us pics and details?

Like this, I’m not sure how big phone fits in the cupholder variant.
Facelift Center Console Wireless Charging Modification

 

[IchDochNicht]

I am happy to report that a friend printed out these pieces for me, and installed the stopper flap.

I was not sure, if the upper cup holder and bottom guides piece should be glued together permanently. When I tried it with the pieces separate, the cup holder piece flipped forward easily. It would have spilled the drink when braking hard.

Since I wasn't sure, I used 3M Trim Tape to hold them together for now. Is this supposed to be glued permanently?

Also, I had trouble getting the upper cupholder piece to go deep enough into the console. There was interference between the underside of the console's sliding lid and the center piece that sticks-up from the stopper flap's when it's folded down.

I ended-up filing some notches into the upper cupholder piece, so it would not hit the ribs inside the console as easily. But it ended-up making a small hole into the larger cup holder piece.

How was this intended to be installed?

 

[am_dmd]

I am looking to order this instead of some others on ebay or Amazon.
I found these instructions on thingiverse by op:
Summary
These are better cupholders for the new (2018/2019) integrated center console on a Tesla Model S.
They are printed in three parts: 1) The top cupholders 2) the bottom guides and 3) the "door" that flips up to stop the console door, allowing for a cleaner look.
After printing the top needs two small 4mm holes drilled where the markers are for the bottom pegs. Also a small 2MM hole needs drilling on the door hinge and a small wire used for the hinge peg.
Designed in Sketchup. Printed on an old Makerbot Rep2.

 

[meomyo]

Cheers to to all DIYers!

Easy solution for about 15 bucks with delivery from Aliexpress https://www.aliexpress.com/item/smabee-Car-central-armrest-box-For-Tesla-MODEL-X-MODEL-S-Interior-Accessories-Stowing-Tidying-Center/32955132271.html

I retrofitted one with Qi-charger module.

i added to cart but wont add..weird....says alot in stock.

 

[meomyo]

That’s a better price than I paid for the same unit on taptes. How did you retro fit it with a Qi charger? Can you give us pics and details?

I try to add to cart but cannot. also how do you put phone number in? says cannot be shipped to usa? huh

 

[headcase]

I try to add to cart but cannot. also how do you put phone number in? says cannot be shipped to usa? huh

I was able to order online just now. Make sure you follow the prompts to create a new account.