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  • Опубликовано: 2 июл 2024
  • Let me show you how to make gorgeus props by #electroplating your 3d prints. This is the Narsil Sword from #lotr . #3dprinting and metal plating combined will create convincing objects for you prop collection or the next comic con.
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    ▶ Setting up the bath: • How to Metal Plate 3D ...
    ▶ Chapters
    00:00 Introduction
    00:28 Creating the 3D Print
    01:23 Super Smoothing 3D Print
    02:18 How much does it weigh
    02:38 Bath Plating Process
    06:05 Polishing the electroplated copper
    06:40 Nickel Electroplating (Bath)
    07:23 Palladium Electroplating (Galvanic Brush)
    07:53 Gold Electroplating (Galvanic Pen)
    08:19 Covering the handle in Leatherette
    08:55 Physical Properties of Electroplated 3d Prints
    09:27 Conclusion + Impressions
    ▶ Narsil by 3D-mon
    www.thingiverse.com/thing:483...
    For the Conductivity I used
    * Tifoo Conductive Copper Paint
    ! Make sure that it can be used with your copper electrolyte.
    For the galvanic bath:
    * a container
    * acidic copper electrolyte
    * optional nickel electrolyte
    * Palladium electrolyte
    * Gold electrolyte
    * one or two copper anodes
    * banana plug & alligator clips
    You may need:
    * Degreaser
    * Distilled water
    * galvanic brush + pen
    Have fun. Try it. 🧡
    Have a look to my other Videos
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Комментарии • 461

  • @marsgizmo
    @marsgizmo Год назад +24

    impressive project 👏😎

  • @spencerwarren8302
    @spencerwarren8302 Год назад +83

    I've never seen anyone use conductive paint for electroplating a 3D print, really cool idea! very impressive final product, crazy to see how far you can go with 3D printing now if you're willing to put in the effort

  • @Nanamowa
    @Nanamowa Год назад +176

    This is a very interesting technique I haven't seen before! It seems like it could be really useful in more technical applications as well, such as 3D printing parts to have conductive surfaces in simple circuits or coated gears for mechanisms, I could see that in particular being quite useful to extend the material life of any mechanisms you've made with your printer.

    • @VelaiciaCreator
      @VelaiciaCreator Год назад +11

      I can see this being a cool technique to have the perfect Dinn Djarin suit of armour.

    • @isodoublet
      @isodoublet Год назад +4

      I imagine finding a resin that can take solder temperatures would be a challenge, but if a good connection can be achieve without solder this could even be used to make 3d circuits.

    • @szurketaltos2693
      @szurketaltos2693 Год назад +2

      @@isodoublet if the part doesn't need a mirror smooth finish then FDM should be fine. Though honestly I'd probably go with lost PLA casting instead.

    • @TreelessPhantom-k83
      @TreelessPhantom-k83 Год назад +2

      id say its way more useful than that, from what i can see those surfaces are extremely smooth, as long as it doesnt add too much material or you account for it before you print it, you could build technical parts that slide smoothly past each other.
      3d printed puzzles, nerf shells, and mockups all would benefit, no more acetone baths

    • @Brendedn
      @Brendedn Год назад +4

      It's not uncommon for us to use similar methods when making printed circuits boards.

  • @kurtlindner
    @kurtlindner Год назад +163

    OMG the Helm of Doctor Fate would be _siiiick_

    • @CoreDeck
      @CoreDeck Год назад +1

      RIGHTTTTTTTT omgg

    • @Bartleby982
      @Bartleby982 Год назад +2

      Na dann .... Drucker anwerfen 😀

    • @superchroma
      @superchroma Год назад +1

      Too big for most SLA printer beds, would also be difficult to break into printable sections.

    • @snakezase2998
      @snakezase2998 Год назад +2

      @@superchroma fdm 3d print it and sand and fill it

    • @briant5039
      @briant5039 Год назад +1

      SO FATE DEMANDS!!

  • @bazutti
    @bazutti Год назад +33

    I wouldn't mind seeing a specific list of what you're using/buying. What amounts, which brands, etc. This looks awesome to try out!

  • @3DPrintingNerd
    @3DPrintingNerd Год назад +5

    MY GOODNESS the result is just AMAZING. So well done!

  • @OtherWorldExplorers
    @OtherWorldExplorers Год назад +8

    I'm going to have to binge watch your channel. From beginning to this video again.
    I really want to do some electroplating and put my 3D printer back to use.
    Thank you very much for the inspiration!

  • @sheenufilms
    @sheenufilms Год назад +1

    You’re amazing dude, this is what I’ve been looking for for 2 years!

  • @MILFSLAYER6969
    @MILFSLAYER6969 Год назад +3

    Honestly most of the time I dont love 3d printing vidoes, or 3d printed things/ products, because they just look like cheap plastic at the end of the day, but when you turn the 3d print into something like this, that is just awesome

  • @paulogarcia1766
    @paulogarcia1766 Год назад

    Im so glad I found your channel. What an amazing resource you provide. I can't wait to try this process.

  • @Shawn-vb4yb
    @Shawn-vb4yb Год назад +1

    Mate, this has blown my mind.
    So many possibilities!

  • @MrGTAmodsgerman
    @MrGTAmodsgerman Год назад +3

    Looks fantastic. Your videos are very satisfying to watch.

  • @nixorcyst
    @nixorcyst Год назад

    This is some sorcery. Looks amazing! Nice work!

  • @kuratr
    @kuratr Год назад

    wow that's the first time I've seen someone electroplate plastic printed parts. So many endless possibilities for movie and cosplay props!

  • @3demon_3dprint
    @3demon_3dprint Год назад +9

    Thank you for using our files! This project it truly inspiring to watch! ❤

  • @markitmade8319
    @markitmade8319 Год назад +3

    This is amazing, it looks completely real. I definitely want to try this on my 3D printed parts. Great job.

  • @VGWizaeD
    @VGWizaeD Год назад

    This channel deserves so many more views. This is the coolest science project I have ever seen

  • @noahjohnston3121
    @noahjohnston3121 Год назад

    So beautiful! Thanks for this wonderful video!

  • @cavinrauch
    @cavinrauch Год назад

    Best finishing job I've seen on a 3d print in a long time

  • @Maxiscorrupt
    @Maxiscorrupt Год назад

    wow you are amazing. This was my first video I had seen but I will be sticking around for sure!

  • @ShadowScorp99
    @ShadowScorp99 Год назад +1

    I can't believe I'm only now finding out about Electroplating. I hope this channel really blows up!

  • @heliosdelsol
    @heliosdelsol Год назад

    Very cool! Thanks for the video, definitely saved it to my 3D printing playlist. 👍

  • @Badtzism
    @Badtzism Год назад +5

    Man, we are electroplating everyday at our institute, since we work with microelectronics from silicone-wafers to PCBs/DCBs, and i love what one can do with 3D printing, but i've never thought about combining those two things lol. Fascinating!

  • @skyrider4789
    @skyrider4789 Год назад +1

    Thank you for your excellent videos! 👏👏👏
    I'm inspired by your work to incorporate this technique for my work.

  • @Pyriana
    @Pyriana Год назад +1

    This is something I've been thinking of doing but don't see a lot of people talking about. Subbed for the excellent video.

  • @egbertVM
    @egbertVM Год назад

    Absolutely amazing !

  • @JesusCastillo-vw6ic
    @JesusCastillo-vw6ic 11 месяцев назад

    amazing, flawless

  • @offearth3d
    @offearth3d Год назад +1

    Always love your videos!

  • @dahlbergt
    @dahlbergt Год назад

    Fantastic result! :-D

  • @AlcyoneModschannel
    @AlcyoneModschannel Год назад

    That was glorious and beautiful well done ❤

  • @NeillWylie
    @NeillWylie Год назад

    Looks incredible. Great work!

  • @zumuvtuber
    @zumuvtuber Год назад

    Great job! It looks amazing! 😁

  • @Windwalker85
    @Windwalker85 Год назад +13

    I did not know you can electroplate plastics like that. Rather interesting. You learn something new every day :)

    • @GazTaylor
      @GazTaylor Год назад +5

      its the metallic copper paint he uses at the beginning that allows him to electroplate it.

  • @banzaiib
    @banzaiib Год назад

    wow! amazing job!

  • @muralithalluri4239
    @muralithalluri4239 Год назад

    Your videos are incredible and super informative. Thanks so much for creating these.

  • @TheDarkArtist66
    @TheDarkArtist66 Год назад

    Never seen this done before. Pretty interesting. Cool video

  • @nadiehtje10
    @nadiehtje10 Год назад +1

    I wish I could do this I have quite a few printable props like rings that would look AMAZING with this technique

  • @Funcle
    @Funcle Год назад

    What a cool idea! Need to try this myself

  • @EDDhoot
    @EDDhoot Год назад

    Damn dude that narsil print is so pretty

  • @alanday5255
    @alanday5255 Год назад +1

    thank you for having CC.

  • @1empyre1life
    @1empyre1life 2 месяца назад

    Stunning.

  • @fodl4387
    @fodl4387 Год назад

    Spitzen Video!
    Hab ich so noch nie gesehen.

  • @coulterjb22
    @coulterjb22 Год назад

    Nicely done!

  • @evancashman7614
    @evancashman7614 Год назад

    Looks amazing!! You should do the rest of the shards as well!

  • @cameronyoung2004
    @cameronyoung2004 Год назад

    Excellent work.

  • @ElMundillo3D
    @ElMundillo3D Год назад +2

    Alucinante proyecto, queda espectacular el producto final... totalmente realista...

  • @peterdocter4659
    @peterdocter4659 Год назад

    Nice one man, awesome prop now!

  • @jameshetherington1
    @jameshetherington1 Год назад

    Beautiful

  • @GingerNinjaJ05
    @GingerNinjaJ05 Год назад

    Your videos are so cool. I can’t wait to get a 3D printer and there electroplating myself. Keep it up :)

  • @ConnorAustin
    @ConnorAustin Месяц назад

    This is super helpful

  • @caiovinicius8692
    @caiovinicius8692 Год назад

    Amazing!!!

  • @marksullivan7766
    @marksullivan7766 Год назад

    awesome man 🤠

  • @Nephalen
    @Nephalen Год назад

    Wow that looks incredible

  • @FrejthKing
    @FrejthKing Год назад +1

    this blew my mind.

  • @garrettchambers9005
    @garrettchambers9005 Год назад

    Very cool Hendrick, I didnt even think of electroplating resin objects

  • @ArtifySlides
    @ArtifySlides 9 месяцев назад

    Richtig schön geworden.

  • @danqarious4733
    @danqarious4733 Год назад

    That's amazing

  • @felipeprato
    @felipeprato Год назад

    just so beautifull...

  • @rionmotley2514
    @rionmotley2514 Год назад +4

    Add a little polyethylene glycol to the solution, and buffer with Boric Acid in a napped polypropylene bag. Or a tea bag in one of those filter pouches. It'll keep the pH where you want it.

  • @OnceinaSixSide
    @OnceinaSixSide Год назад

    That is freakin' awesome!

  • @Risen907
    @Risen907 Год назад

    That's sick

  • @slyfawkes7772
    @slyfawkes7772 Год назад

    Cool! I'm going to go use this to customize Gunpla now.

  • @thebeastbrothers
    @thebeastbrothers Год назад

    Amazing thanks for sharing ❤

  • @breadfan_85
    @breadfan_85 Год назад

    Wow, this is amazing. Would be great for cosplay

  • @Anim8ionManiac
    @Anim8ionManiac Год назад

    Awesome video

  • @MrFurukawa1
    @MrFurukawa1 Год назад +2

    See the process of parts being anodising is quite interesting. I work in a auto-car parts in the anodising sector that make part for all major japanese car brands, and every last day of the week we put a metal plank on top of the tanks and climb on it while full of nickel solution to refill all the tanks resevoir with nickel little coins, quite dangerous. The tanks have about 16x16x3 and you can easly get yourself your own nice nickel bath if you don't pay attention.

  • @seanburke997
    @seanburke997 Год назад

    oh that's hella cool

  • @humandisorder3962
    @humandisorder3962 Год назад

    It's brilliant 😁

  • @GingerNinjaJ05
    @GingerNinjaJ05 Год назад +4

    This is so cool. Do a mandalorian helmet next :)

  • @keepitdicey
    @keepitdicey Год назад +1

    You turned plastic into metal. He's a witch. GET HIM!!!

  • @mustafaerdurmus4197
    @mustafaerdurmus4197 Год назад

    Amazing

  • @kairi4640
    @kairi4640 Год назад

    This is really cool! I'd like to try that with a keyblade if I ever had the energy and money to do it lol.

  • @pepsithebunny2404
    @pepsithebunny2404 Год назад

    Pherhaps you should try to make a fracture like interface on the broken edge. Greetings from Brazil, you did a great job! I like it!

  • @patlat1380
    @patlat1380 Год назад +41

    Amazing results! For a future video idea, could you experiment with electroplating a print with embossed letters on the other side? The idea would be to have a surface that looks like a smooth mirror, but when a light or LED is lit behind it, the writing would shine through the mirror revealing the writing. Not sure if that's even possible, but it would be awesome if it was!
    Thanks for your great and informative videos!

    • @bradley3549
      @bradley3549 Год назад +4

      The metal is completely opaque even in very thin layers, so this would not work.

    • @Anthromod
      @Anthromod Год назад +1

      I once made a laser etched mirror acrylic pattern, which looked mirror like at the front, but when lit from behind created a galaxy pattern. So something similar may be possible. The front mirror did have a slightly frosted look, so it would need to be dialled in. Also that was a flat surface and over a 3d surface you'd probably need more complex laser equipment.
      Alternatively you could recess the text fill it with something and prevent electroplating in the recesses. It would be more obvious from the outside though.
      Or you could etch it away the way they do with etched scroll designs.

    • @CoolKoon
      @CoolKoon Год назад +2

      @@bradley3549 Maybe it could work with silver. But I don't think that the layer could be made thin enough with conventional (electroplating or chemical) methods.

    • @christopherbroms2508
      @christopherbroms2508 Год назад +2

      @@CoolKoon electroplating can be vary thin, however the conductive base layer is not. It would probably require vapor deposition or something.

    • @CoolKoon
      @CoolKoon Год назад +1

      @@christopherbroms2508 Exactly that's what I've been trying to point at - vapor deposition. And actually there are transparent conductive layers too, Ben at Applied Science has done a REALLY excellent video on that.

  • @FourteenQuadcopter
    @FourteenQuadcopter Год назад +1

    Impressionante!!!!

  • @rocketprops3739
    @rocketprops3739 Год назад +1

    I am soooo excited to try this. I have an entire suit of Sith Trooper Armor I need to chrome....gonna get expensive though

  • @Gay_Priest
    @Gay_Priest Год назад

    Hyaku Shiki would loon amazing with this

  • @Balrog132
    @Balrog132 Год назад

    I really need to take a look into electroplating. Seems easy enough. Still, some questions popped up. Need to investigate.

  • @renatolauriano_3D
    @renatolauriano_3D Год назад

    It's beautiful 😍

  • @BM-yy8db
    @BM-yy8db Год назад +45

    *_"Ahhh, Isildur's Heir... It takes more to make a king than a broken Elvish blade.."_*
    This is absolutely gorgeous work, Bravo! Subbed :)
    If you want a suggestion for one to do that's quite timely as well, maybe king Visaerys' half-mask from House of the Dragon? In the behind the scenes they mention they 3D printed and brass plated that one, I reckon you can make it look better though

    • @mistersamdi
      @mistersamdi Год назад +3

      It takes more to make a king than a broken Elvish blade... (apparently the 3D printer of Imladris was a key component...)

  • @JamesOversteer
    @JamesOversteer Год назад

    I’ve never heard of electroplating 3d printed parts. This is so cool!

  • @kyeophis
    @kyeophis Год назад

    I do this stuff on the daily, mainly D&D figurines

  • @allabout3d235
    @allabout3d235 Год назад

    awesome video!
    just so you know, if you tilt the container with the blue liquid (I don't know what it's called lol) so it's laying horizontal. air can go throw the handle and the liquid will pore smoothly.
    I don't know if I make sense but I hope I do.

  • @smartinezai
    @smartinezai Год назад +1

    Hey Hendrik! I'm thinking of trying electro plating thanks to your videos. I come from model building so 3d printing is new for me but some of the skills can be used for both hobbies. Could you do a video on graphite paint for electroplating a print so that it looks blue or some other colour other than just metallic?

  • @mr.bright5712
    @mr.bright5712 Год назад

    very beeindruckende indeed

  • @noneyabidness9644
    @noneyabidness9644 Год назад

    That is fucking AWESOME!

  • @thomaspetch3555
    @thomaspetch3555 Год назад

    Great video, would love to see a video of what all different platings look like and what colours are possible

    • @hen3drik
      @hen3drik  Год назад

      This is a good suggestion.

  • @Rowrin
    @Rowrin Год назад

    Propmasters and cosplayers must be watering at the mouth at what they could do with something like this.

  • @macrone419
    @macrone419 Год назад +1

    Any chance you could do a video where you test the resistance of the plating to scatch and enviroment?

  • @fangblade360
    @fangblade360 Год назад +1

    nice

  • @PlaystationEu
    @PlaystationEu Год назад

    Hi, and can you list the equipment and solutions that you use, as well as what conductive paint you use, and in general if it is not difficult to make a video dedicated more specifically to the technological side of the process.

  • @JaredWyns
    @JaredWyns Год назад

    This is epic, I just got a phrozen mighty 8k so definitely looking forward to trying this. Any chance of doing an Elder Scrolls logo? (the ouroboros of sorts), it would look awesome plated :)

  • @dancinswords
    @dancinswords Год назад

    _Actual_ gold plating pen. Amazing

  • @avenuex3731
    @avenuex3731 Год назад +1

    Proper!

  • @joeimorttan4103
    @joeimorttan4103 Год назад

    Nice

  • @snake7911
    @snake7911 Год назад +1

    Wow

  • @LucaNoire
    @LucaNoire Год назад

    You sound so cool my guy. I feel like you're a weapon smith for "The Kingsmen". I feel like anything that you would hand me, could kill a man. 😎😂🤙🏻✌🏻🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @MrSeanmcgall
    @MrSeanmcgall Год назад

    Can't wait for Mandalorian season 3 helmet, I'm working on painting mine wishing I could electroplate it

  • @bobbiac
    @bobbiac Год назад

    Very cool, I would like to have seen a light sand blast and vapor deposition process instead of the paint on lacquer as a first pass, but it came out amazing!

    • @hen3drik
      @hen3drik  Год назад

      You know I’m doing this in my hobby room? 😅

    • @bobbiac
      @bobbiac Год назад

      @@hen3drik fair enough 😂 vapor deposition doesn't take a lot of room iirc

  • @nateworth6659
    @nateworth6659 Год назад

    the way the sword is broken reminds me of Martin the warriors sword from Mossflower