Technic MILS Plates (TELS)
Construction and Comparision of Technic MILS plates (TELS) First published in Hispabrick Magazine [ 1 ], MILS plates have become a de facto standard for LEGO collaborative builds. Tutorials on how to build MILS plates can be found in many places [ 2 ]. A standard MILS plate. The cost of a MILS plate varies depending on the size and number of top plates and Technic 1x4 bricks, and can take time to source parts and assemble. A quicker, and potentially cost effective method is to use Technic part 65803 to replace most of the other pieces, resulting in stronger and faster build. This combination of Technic + MILS shall be refered to as TELS for the rest of this presentation. A TELS plate is the exact same dimensions as a standard MILS plate, with the added feature of additional connection points for even more secure adhesion. Top/bottom comparison of MILS/TELS plates. Side by side comparison of MILS/TELS plates. To assemble a TELS plate, connect 4 Technic 16x16 bricks (BR...