Category Archives: CNC/3D-printing

Cool 3 color CNC wall plotter

Posted on April 14, 2022 by robertwilkie

Reminds me of the Maslow CNC in its build. Most of the parts are 3D printed and it has an internal gear to switch markers. I like how the author uses vasoline for “grease”. Parts here https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4192091

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3D print a frame for Pingpong ball disffusers

Posted on April 5, 2022 by robertwilkie

Basically you use the ping pongs as an LED diffuser. Neat idea.

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3D printing forms for making custom paper shapes

Posted on March 31, 2022 by robertwilkie

Basically the author takes old paper, converts it back to pulp, and then puts it into a form he 3D printed out to shape the paper. Nice idea to make custom containers.

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Mini CNC that can cut metal from 3D printed frame

Posted on March 31, 2022 by robertwilkie

Interesting build. The author 3D prints and uses stantard parts to make a CNC that can handle metal. Which surpised me given it has plastic and is belt drive.

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Making magnetic LED strip holders

Posted on March 30, 2022 by robertwilkie

The author as a 3D printable design that will hold the LED strip, and you can glue a small magnet in the back so it “sticks” in place. Interesting build. https://www.instructables.com/LED-Light-Strip-Magnetic-Mount/

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Adding RGB LED’s to PC fans

Posted on March 29, 2022 by robertwilkie

At first I thought the author was taking the fan apart. No they add in a front layer (frame) that is 3D printed that houses the LEDs Nice build but the amount of LED’s used is crazy. Another nice addition … Continue reading →

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Jig for making custom springs

Posted on March 21, 2022 by robertwilkie

The author designed and 3D printed out the jig, pretty neat overall, me…I have a jar full of springs that I tap into as needed.

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Nice 3D printed Loom

Posted on March 17, 2022 by robertwilkie

Nice build…myself, well I would do this if I had a kid into looms and wanted to learn 3D printing, else I would just buy a bigger one for $5 at 5-Below. https://www.instructables.com/3D-Printed-Loom/

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Convert your credit card into an NFC payment ring

Posted on March 11, 2022 by robertwilkie

OK this assumes your card supports NFC, the author basically “melds” the chip in the card out, and puts a new antenna on it that goes around the 3D printed ring. Clever build. Not so sure I would do this … Continue reading →

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A simple plotter build

Posted on March 10, 2022 by robertwilkie

This could be a good project with kids to make a simple stepper motor plotter with and arduino. The motors used and the arduino shield are overkill for this, but if thats what you have on hand… Note that this … Continue reading →

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