MOLLE odd to even adapter

Why I Like It

MOLLE compatibility sounds like it should be a solved problem in 2025, but anyone who’s built out a serious kit has run into the odd-to-even mismatch. Most commercial MOLLE pouches are designed for even-row platforms. Many plate carriers, load-bearing vests, and aftermarket packs run odd-row stitching — or mix both across different panel sections. The result is a mount that either won’t lock at all or sits half a row off and torques under weight.

This adapter eliminates that problem at the source. It’s a bridge piece that converts the spacing so your pouch sits correctly regardless of which pattern your platform uses. Simple concept, but the execution matters — the weave channel geometry needs to be precise or you’ll get play in the mount. Print it at 50% infill, 4 walls minimum, and orient it flat on the bed to maximize layer strength along the load axis.

Material matters for a load-bearing application like this. ASA is the right call for anything that’ll live on outdoor gear, a duty belt, or a carrier that sees sweat and sun. It maintains its mechanical properties across a wider temperature range than PETG and won’t creep under sustained load. Print a few spares — once people in your group see it work, you’ll be asked for copies.

What Filament Should You Use?

Here’s a quick breakdown of the three most common filaments for EDC gear so you can pick the right one for your setup:

TL;DR: Use PETG for most EDC prints — easy to work with and tough enough. Use ASA if the piece will live outdoors or in direct sunlight. Use ABS if you need maximum rigidity and heat resistance and have an enclosure on your printer.