Category Archives: Tinkering

Leaf blower dust collector

Posted on January 27, 2023 by robertwilkie

Ok this is a clever build, using many cheap and easy to get parts to make a dust collector and seems to work out. https://www.instructables.com/Dust-Collector-Made-From-a-Leaf-Vacuum/

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Converting old 3D printers to CNC

Posted on January 26, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice idea for light CNC work, not so sure about more intense jobs. The author did the conversion for $30. If you have an old 3D printer you could do this, but keep in mind the motors, drive (belt) may … Continue reading →

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Cool knitting machine

Posted on January 25, 2023 by robertwilkie

It only makes a french braid. But still pretty clever build. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/french-knitting-machine-video-94850?homelistings#post217012

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Making an fm jammer

Posted on January 23, 2023 by robertwilkie

Pretty simple build overall https://www.instructables.com/DIY-FM-Radio-Jammer-Circuit-Using-LC-Oscillator/

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Simple Heat set press

Posted on January 20, 2023 by robertwilkie

This is used to press inserts (like nuts) into plastic. Interesting and cheap build overall. https://www.instructables.com/Easy-Build-Heat-Set-Insert-Press/

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Automatic pill dispenser

Posted on January 18, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice idea to dispense and tell you if you have taken your pills or not. https://www.instructables.com/Automatic-Pill-or-Medication-Dispenser/

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Ant weight robot class

Posted on January 17, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice article about building lightweight robots for battles https://hackaday.com/2022/12/18/antweight-combat-robot-tips-shared-from-experience/

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Another nice multi device track saw build

Posted on January 13, 2023 by robertwilkie

Its a fence that can be self clamped to the board you are cutting. This one allows for a circular saw, jig saw, and router to be used. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/innovative-multifunction-woodworking-track-guide-locking-system-perfect-wo-93206#post211231

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Cool magnetic gear box

Posted on January 12, 2023 by robertwilkie

Clever build for a gear box with magnets. Could be useful for underwater robots for example. https://www.instructables.com/Magnetic-Gear-Box/

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Build a concrete CNC

Posted on January 11, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice build, price is not too bad at first (under a grand) UNTIL you add in the concrete mixer and pusher…thats 4500$ alone…. https://medium.com/@Nik_chen/how-to-assemble-your-own-concrete-3d-printer-4e6da490b6e6

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