Vecket

Vecket is a modular fastener system used in prototyping and light mechanical assemblies. It refers to a family of connector modules that allow rapid joining and reconfiguration of parts without dedicated tools. The core concept is a standardized hub with multiple interface sockets that mate with interchangeable modules such as threaded inserts, snap-fit pins, or magnetic couplers. Materials range from aluminum and brass to reinforced polymers; sizes are compact to medium.

Applications include robotics, educational kits, custom enclosures, temporary fixtures, and hobbyist projects. Manufacturing methods for vekkets include CNC milling, injection molding, and 3D printing, depending on scale and material choice.

Advantages include simplified iteration, reduced assembly time, and the ability to reconfigure designs without complete disassembly. Limitations encompass lower maximum torque than traditional bolted joints, the need for careful alignment tolerances, unsuitability for high-load or vibration-intensive use, and potentially higher per-unit costs for small production runs.

Origins and naming are informal; the term appears in maker and design communities without a single standardized definition. Etymology is uncertain, with various speculative roots, and multiple implementations exist independently.

See also: quick-release fastener, modular connector, build-to-order hardware.