GrizFyrFyter
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Just ordered all my parts to start my D-Bot build.
3D Printing thread
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DJDerbstep
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I've been using Octoprint for awhile and it's really nice however I did run in to issues with my Pi randomly shutting off and figured out it was a voltage problem. Very frustrating when your 13 hours in to a print. They do have support for a webcam and time-lapse capabilities though which is nice. Especially if you can set it up to be view-able outside of your local network.
I just got in to reefing but I'll be printing reef solutions soon enough. Already have plans for a custom overflow cover and some frag racks. I've seen some people print clear PETG or ABS shells for hermit crabs which are awesome.
I'm printing with a Wanhao Duplicator I3 V2.1 which is awesome out of the box and cheap. Prints are great but to get pristine quality or higher temps you'll need to do some modding but that's all part of the fun.
ludnix
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I'm using the MonoPrice rebranding of that printer, did you modify it to use a raspberry pi or is that a different printer?
GrizFyrFyter
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The wanhao and monoprice shouldn't need any modification to be managed by a raspberry pi. If you can tether your printer to a PC, you can use octoprint (unless it requires specific software suites like makerbot or others).
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Yeah, you should be fine with stock, there's a micro/mini usb port on the side of the control. The stock USB cables that come with the printer are trash though so make sure you don't use them.
ludnix
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Thanks, I haven't tried using the USB connection yet, I've just been putting the .gcode files on the SD card. I'm hoping to setup a webcam and possibly setup remote printing.
GrizFyrFyter
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Raspberry pi is the way to go. Don't bother tethering to a computer. If the computer has any problems then it will ruin the print
najer
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GrizFyrFyter
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A family member (who is kind of a technology hipster) gave me his 3d printer project to finish. Sounds cooler than it is. This Prusa Mendel i1 has been on a shelf for a few years....
GrizFyrFyter
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I'm going to upgrade the Belts, pullys and maybe the board. I have to replace the 8mm rods but I have most of them laying around. I haven't decided if I'm going to upgrade the hotend or add a heated bed. This entire machine fits on the print bed of the other one I'm building. It would be perfect for printing the little PLA gizmos my daughter wants but I'm tempted to turn it into a co2 laser cutter.... 30w would be enough to make acrylic frag racks.... Though I can print them so it's a toss up.
GrizFyrFyter
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I'm having fun with the color changing pla
GK3
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A family member (who is kind of a technology hipster) gave me his 3d printer project to finish. Sounds cooler than it is. This Prusa Mendel i1 has been on a shelf for a few years....
Could one please elaborate on what exactly a "technology hipster" is?
GrizFyrFyter
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Lol
He works on the software for Phillips imaging machines (like MRI) so when something starts becoming more accessible to consumers he dives in and by the time anyone can do it, he has lost interest.
On the other hand, he never says "I was into that before it was cool" so it's not a completely fitting description. Maybe technology ADD is better?
I'm having fun with the color changing pla
Just a heads up, it'll stop changing color after a while
GrizFyrFyter
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I was wondering about that yesterday, thinking it would be a similar degradation as glow in the dark materials.
It's mostly going to be used for fidget spinners but having the giant stroller caribeener that changes color is just for my entertainment.
Bought the wanhao duplicator 7 yesterday. I'm really looking forward to it.
ludnix
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I uploaded the hydra light shroud from my previous post to Myminifactory this morning. I want to share the link to anyone who might need one too: https://www.myminifactory.com/object/33481
I finally decided to pull the trigger on a 3D printer. Ive been interested in the FormLabs printers for a while but couldn't justify the high cost. So when a competitive product came to the market I decided to take the plunge and ordered the T1000 from Global 3D Systems. I'm excited to have something to tinker with and make some cool/useful stuff for my tanks.
I'd like to replace the legs for my T5 fixture on the planted tank, I've had to repair all of the legs with epoxy. I need to look into if there is an easy way to 3d scan something without spending a bunch more money on an actual 3d scanner.
I'd like to replace the legs for my T5 fixture on the planted tank, I've had to repair all of the legs with epoxy. I need to look into if there is an easy way to 3d scan something without spending a bunch more money on an actual 3d scanner.
ludnix
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https://remake.autodesk.com/about
If they are a somewhat flat design you could scan them on a flatbed scanner and then trace the object as an SVG in illustrating software. Then upload to tinkercad and let it extruded your shape. Given their purpose though I would probably just take measurements and make something new in CAD rather than deal with correcting a 3d scan.
If they are a somewhat flat design you could scan them on a flatbed scanner and then trace the object as an SVG in illustrating software. Then upload to tinkercad and let it extruded your shape. Given their purpose though I would probably just take measurements and make something new in CAD rather than deal with correcting a 3d scan.
