3D Printing to solve a problem // How-To | I Like To Make Stuff
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- Опубликовано: 16 сен 2024
- I wanted to show the process, idea to modeling to printing, for solving a small real world problem with 3d printing.
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Cura - ultimaker.com/...
123d Design - www.123dapp.com...
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Since I've started showing some 3d printing in my projects lately, I've gotten LOTS of questions about the process that has to happen before you even turn on the printer. To be honest, that part of the process was what kept me away from 3d printing for so long! So, the other day, I ran across a small need in my shop (in the middle of filming a different project) so I took it as an opportunity to show the whole process of solving that problem, with a custom designed part.
This entire process took me about 45 minutes, start to finish, and I'm the first one to admit that I'm still very new (and clumsy) with the software that I'm using. At first pass, it still may look a little complicated, but if you follow along with the software in front of you, I assure you.. it's really simple. Really, it's just a matter of getting familiar with the tools and where the buttons are that you want.
3d printing has, so far for me, been something that you use to print out little toys that you download from Thingiverse, but through projects like this, I'm starting to get a better picture of the process as an end-to-end problem solving mechanism. Obviously, it's not for every application (just like wood isn't, or metal isn't) but it is becoming a more powerful tool for me, than I expected initially.
So, let's check out how I made a custom part, with 45 minutes, free software and a 3d printer!
I started by measuring the hex nut.
I also measured the height, including the threaded rod.
In 123d Design, I made a 6 sided polygon with a radius based on my measurements.
Using the same center point, I made a large circle of arbitrary size.
I used the extrude tool to "pull" the circle into a cylinder. It's height was about 5mm taller than the height measurement.
I used the extrude tool on the hexagon, which removed that shape from the cylinder, making a cavity.
I used the filet tool to roll over the outside edges of the cylinder, to make it more comfortable to use.
To add some knurling, I made a small cylinder.
I intersected it with the knob, so that it just partially protruded from the side of the outer surface.
I used the pattern tool to copy, and evenly space, this cylinder around the parameter of the knob. I just gave it a number of how many copies I wanted.
That's all of the modeling! I exported all of it, combined, as a single .stl file.
I open the .stl in Cura, and rotated it 180˚ so the hex cavity was facing upwards. Then saved it to an SD card.
I plugged the SD card into my printer, and hit
print".
About 20 minutes later, there was a perfectly printed knob.
I didn't do any finishing to the knob, which would have smoothed it even more, since it was perfectly usable right off the print bed.
It slid right down onto the hex nut, and worked great!!
The entire process took about 45 minutes, start to finish!
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That was absolutely awesome! Great to see the process from problem to design and then to final product.
The problem solving process is as interesting as the project in my opinion; thanks for the video.
I really like your approach. You never assume your viewers to be idiots yet at the same time give enough information for those with little experience to take things a step further. Always a thumbs up.
Awesome walk through! I didn't have my audio on so I'm not sure whether you mentioned this but another idea that may make it quicker to turn is to put a little handle off centered to turn with. Like a doorknob on a driving wheel.
+Florian V.D. For me, I'm duplicating the model in Cura and printing 6 at a time. If you were going to produce LOTS of these, you'd want a more efficient production method, like molding & casting them with a less expensive material. I don't expect to be selling too many of them, so I didn't go that route.
USE SUGRU!
my favorite is Google sketchup
noticed you haven't been doing any wood working for a little bit and just wanted to know if you would be interested in making a loft bed?
Jimmie Arnold I'm actually going to be doing a loft/bunkbed for one of my boys in the coming months :)
+Bat Pug Sugru is cool stuff, but very expensive per ounce. PLA and ABS are very affordable options.
Dang that was super cool! I need it!!
3D printing has endless uses and this is a great example of it.
Very cool project!
Blender is what I use. Very powerful, but has a pretty steep learning curve. Great video!
That was great! So satisfying to see the knob snap into place
dude, I have to say that was a great example. just brought a million ideas into my head!! I was never really interested in a 3d printer. now I might have to go buy one! thanks
A comparison video would also be cool where you race the 3d printer to see which method of making the knob is quicker, especially since some people think that the 3d printer might be quicker or even cheating when making something, in reality it might take just as long as cutting it by hand.
I loved, loved LOVED this video. Everything about it. I don't have a 3d printer but this is something I have been wanting to do. To see someone build an item from scratch is just wonderful watch. Talk about motivation. Thank you and keep up the great work!
Great video. Im a school teacher and will be showing my students this video to show them how quickly and simply they can solve a problem using software and a 3D printer. Thanks for your clear and concise videos.
+Tim Ashby That's great to hear Tim! I'd love some feedback after they see it, if you don't mind. I'd be really interested to know how the explanation works for their age group.
Enjoyed this video! Watching someone think and make, is always a good thing ! Using those printers for prototyping is amazing
absolutely perfect breaking down the workflow to steps , makes the problem much much easier , great video to change the way we think , break down everything to 1 step at a time , keep up the good work !!!
Very useful and great instructions. Nice to see an easy example of something you can use a 3D-printer for.
Nice short, sweet video. I have totally wanted to get into 3d printing for Nerf so this an awesome springboard to get me started on some free software. Thank you so much for making this video.
Nice work Bob
Why not use the bottom of the calipers to measure the height of the nut? Put it on top of the nut and open the calipers until the guide rod touches the washer below the nut. While you didn't have any tolerance constraints in this case it is a more accurate way to measure height/depth.
Nice video. Good job showing the basic capabilities without getting mired in the 'how to' in depth.
A very good inexpensive printer is a Anet A8, it is about 170 USD on gearbest plus shipping. I use fusion 360 as my modeling software and curator as well for my slicer. I've used a makerbot z18 and replicator and this printer can print up to the quality.
Great video Bob.
Its nice to know you have a functional knob.
Amazing Video! You've taken such obvious approach to such a simple problem. Well Done!
I want to add that Solidworks is my favorite 3D Design software. It is super expensive, but if you are a student (like I am) its only $150 a year vs 10k for a license. (Yes it can be cheaper than 10k, I am making a point that it is extremely expensive)
When trying to find a printer, ask around at your local colleges/universities. I can almost guarantee that any engineering or design school will have a printer you can have access to. The nice thing about these is that they typically are non-profit departments and will only charge you the cost of material that you print!
TinkerCAD is a really easy 3D modeling software too and it allows you t save your file to a .stl which is the file needed for 3D printing but if you want something more complicated use blender it's a professional 3D modeling program that is soooo amazing if you learn how to use it
I was surprised when you picked it up off the printer and that was that. Very cool.
Great explanation as usual.
very nice. would like to see more 3d printing videos... especially the workflow.
Secondly, how much tolerance did you put between your real world measurement and the size of the hole you printed?
+Frank Graffagnino About .5mm
Good idea to resolve a common problem in our hands!
I like to use 3D printing to make some ideas for everything i need
I like your videos, it has good information
Autodesk Fusion 360 - also free, with similar simple controls but also with the ability to do more advanced things. Can also do very high quality renderings before printing.
Best channel on RUclips! I wish I had a workshop like yours, but I'm limited to just my tool bag because I'm off at college right now. Can you think of any projects maybe involving minimal tools? Keep the awesome vids coming!!!
This was a great overview. I am impressed by how easy the 3D software was to use in this instance.
solid works is very good it and it has a lot of features. like wind tunnel simulation.Try it out
Cool....i have no real use for this video, but now I have a better understanding on the usefulness of 3D printing. Thanks! Love your channel
This is an informative video. Perhaps in the future, when 3D printers are as ubiquitous as an inkjet printer, you can just print new or replacement parts for toys or stuff that breaks.
Love to print in my 3 mm ABS and PLA. Yellow, black, red, green and 5 rolls of blue somewhere in between. 123D is good to get started. Fix it!
My fingers thank you. Just ordered it off your site - which is looking good!
really good movie, keep up the good work
great explanation!
This is a great video. I really like the idea.
Awesome video Bob! Teach Diresta how to use a 3D printer. I'm sure he would make some crazy stuff.
It may also be worth while checking at your local library. Our local has a 3D printer you can rent by the time unit
+Peter Coster Great point!! I should have thought to mention that!
could you shot a video showing how it's your workshop and your weapons? I will be greatful.
Hello from Spain, I love this channel
I prefer to use the autodesk inventor software to design objects probably because it makes it easier to design things, like i could make something similar to your project in 2 steps. The downside is that the software is very expensive but is worth using and learning. For the 3d printing software i use the same software as you do believe it or not. None the less keep up the good work.
pretty cool bob. maybe in the future i would buy a 3d printer, at this time i don't have the need or funds for one. but i really like watching what people make with them. keep up the good work.
I think $5 is a more than just a reasonable price for the Knob. I think you should add your logo to the knob to make it even more interesting.
Thank you for sharing.
+Abdu ElRhoul I actually did after this video. The ones I sell have the logo in them. :)
I use craftware as my slicer it's free and it lets you place or remove support just by clicking on the model.
very cool bob! 3d printingbis so friking awsome!! i wish i had access to one of those and a cnc. id be all set..lol the technology is so amazing. .
You are awesome. You really inspire me. Continue your good work!
very cool
Autodesk Inventor is a pretty beginner friendly CAD software that can do a lot more than 123d. But you can get a 3 year free trial as a student for the software, while 123d is free. Whichever fits your needs I suppose
Awesome video!
I've been playing around with 123D design for a while now. It is a lot of fun.
You rock!
+AtrumNoxProductions Thank you!!
Love your show. How did the Marathon go? All the best from Germany. Mike
+Mike Bandte (Woodworking) Thanks Mike! I'm still in training, the race is in early November!
Hi Bob - Met you at WIA. Thanks for this video. I have been wanting to get into 3D printing and this is a great overview.
+Chris Ghaly Hey Chris! That's great to hear! Great meeting you !
thanks so much for sharing, you make it all look so easy lol
You should make a twin bed out of old barn wood, or somthing cool like that.
Phenomenal!!! Nice to see the whole workfloow
Bob are you going to be at the woodwork event on Friday morning in Kansas City? That's when I'm heading there.
+jaime banda Yes, I'll be there all weekend!
Another great video Bob. Saving up for a 3-d printer myself!
Ive been using autodesk inventor for a year or two. It seems a bit more limited than 123D design, but i'd highly reccomend it, it's an excellent program. You can also use it for animations and assemblies to see how everything would work together. It's pretty good.
I prefer inventor over any I have used. I printed a d20 die for magic. using nerdy things to do nerdy things
nice
+Italian Isis How is Inventor more limited than 123D? It is a much more robust modeling program aimed at professional use.
Proto G This is just a first impression from the video i saw, but the ability to move extrusions seems pretty nifty
+Italian Isis what do you mean by move extrusion? like adjust with just a mouse click or move it around.
WOW! Your Subscribers are booming! Last I checked was maybe a month ago and you had approx. 110000 subscribers and now you have pretty much 457000! Only 18000 to go to catch up to Steve Ramsey!
Well done. Get right to it! No BS or 2 minute intro.
I should look into 123d, since it looks like it has more useful features than what Spark Design Mechanical has.
Nice quick tutorial!
Great. Thanks for the suggestions!
Thanks for the video, Bob!
Hey bob! Awesome video. I love your channel. Quick question: what 3d printer did you use in this video and what is the best printer you recommend for a first timer that is relatively inexpensive?
Thanks,
Jeremy
As a Brit, listening to someone talk about their “functional knob” is too much😂
Another simpel part to print and learn 3d-modeling is a vacuum cleaner wheel
I am totally in love with your beard.
Muy buenos videos!! realmente dan ganas de ponerse a realizar cosas ! Greatings from Argentina, nice videos and ideas!
Nice video Bob! Do you have any good suggestion for a not too expensive 3D printer?
Very nice project, congratulations on properly using a 3D printer for practical purposes. One thing that bothered me about your video is manually turning the stepper motor. I have been told not to do that if the motor is still connected to the driver, even if the system is shutdown, as the motor could induce reverse currents on the driver, but it seems that you have not had this problem so maybe my information was wrong. Thank you again.
+Lucas Diego Rodrigues Ferreira I've had 3 different CNC machines and never had any problems with that in any way. That's not to say that it's an impossibility, but it's never been an issue for me (I've never heard of it being a problem from others either).
+I Like To Make Stuff Won't turning the bolt by the nut end up untightening it after a while?
N4w4k No, this is a nylon nut, so it's tough to turn on the threaded rod. It's locked together.
Awesome!!!
can you do a whole video on how to use 123d designs. awesome video
Hey Bob, if you're interested in other 3D printed stuff, James Bruton from X-Robots has a pretty awesome channel!
if you don't have a printer ... its time to get one !! at about 200 $ you can now get a quite descent one that would open you many routes to give solutions you never been able to do before.
great stuff, i just subscribed yesterday and i thought of a project you could do; a double speaker box with full range speakers. And could show us which materials would work best for sound quality. keep up the great work👍
Tinkercad is a good sight for designing
this is gonna take my prop making quality to the next league, thanks for the info bob
Bob, I really liked you video. I always enjoy seeing how you solve problems as well as projects made on the xcarve and your 3D printer. Paul, a.k.a. paulsmessyworkshop on RUclips
insightful video Rob. Remember the days when you around 15,000 subscribers, when i accidentally stumbled on your first pallet wood bench. Man you have done so much! cool vid on the process of 3d printing. how much are the cost of the spools of plastic used for 3d printing?
+MrJewripper Thanks for sticking around so long!! Well, it depends on the type of plastic, the weight of the spool, the seller, etc. but generally anywhere from $25-$45 for general use PLA/ABS. There are other spools that are more expensive with specialty materials like wood fill, carbon fiber fill, etc.
Hey I used sketchup a lot for my woodworking can sketchup be used for this? Great little video.
+Jorge Araujo (HANDCRAFTED CREATIVE) yes definitely! You'll have to get a plugin, or buy the full version to be able to output a .stl file to use in the slicing software.
BRAVO!
How about carving one with your X-Carve CNC? Use what you got.
+Jeffrey I That's an option, but this video is not really about the knob at all. It's about the 3d printing workflow.
Hi Bob, Is that plastic hard enough for zero clearance inserts. If so, 3d printing would make the easiest solution for making multiple inserts whenever a new one is needed. Thoughts?
+Spencer Peterson Hmm, never thought of that! I guess it would be, you'd probably want to make it reasonably thick and set the infill (internal structure) of the print to be more full than normal so it was strong. Great idea, it's worth a shot!
I take engineering at my high school and we use auto desk inventor
awesome
Inventor is another 3d modeling software that is simple to use but unless you have a lot of money then you may want to find something else to use
I'm looking to make a Case to House the Wii U board, processor, GamePad tablet and a rechargable battery without the DVD drive. All I have is an M3D though, is this even a plausible design?
more of these series
Can we see more of this 3D printing stuff
Great work Bro.
Very helpful video!
Sketch up is a pretty good 3d modelling program and you can export to stl
Sketchup tends to produce 3d models which don't always slice/print properly...
yea
and sometimes its a bit finicky but it was the first 3d modelling program I learned to use
Great video. Learnt something which is always excellent:)
+Steve Great to hear, Thank you!!
Cool
I use Solidworks, but it's expensive is more for bigger jobs and more advanced projects than the woodworking and such you do (no offense, of course. l personally love all your jobs)