01-08-2018, 02:08 PM | #101 | |
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01-08-2018, 03:13 PM | #102 |
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| Re: 3d printer for rc parts PETT is another variant of PET and is known for being clear. The most common brand name is t-glase by Taulman 3D. It is similar to PETG but isn't as flexible. It is popular for trinkets and vases but you can actually print light-pipes with it. It also works well for scale light lenses. This link has all kinds info on it: t-glase Features |
01-09-2018, 05:14 AM | #103 |
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| Re: 3d printer for rc parts Getting the PETG hang Hang up and Drive |
01-09-2018, 06:36 PM | #104 |
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Boy did that picture suck ! Early morning and low light. Got home today and trimmed and fit it into OPIE , looks good, need to make a couple of straps from aluminum . Then into the paint booth. Hang up and Drive |
01-10-2018, 12:37 AM | #105 | |
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That looks great, I want to do a fuel cell like that soon too. I'll be slicing the cap off mine so I can paint it easier. I also want to do a radiator, fire extinguishers, seats, etc lol. One cool thing I found on thingiverse was a copy of a Wraith wheel, complete 3-pc design. It was kinda poorly done & I spent HOURS perfecting it. The initial PLA version is plenty strong, so the PETG ver should be great. I also want to adapt it so I can put a dualie version on a future project. I found PETG sticks to kapton tape perfectly, and I got a huge roll of it for $16. I've also never needed a raft for PETG either with kapton nor blue tape, maybe your bed isn't hot enough. Quote:
To avoid those strings I increased the retract distance (how much it sucks back into the head) and speed to almost double that of PLA. You could also try a longer "coasting" length (last few MM it lets it ooze out). This is especially true if you increase the feedstock multi for PETG (usually 100-110%) whereas PLA is usually ~90.% | |
01-10-2018, 04:39 AM | #106 |
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Sticking and warping aren’t any problem, sticks well. I’ve also found 245 /75 and 20% fan work well on PETG, I’ve messed with retraction and speed, not lots of difference though. Hang up and Drive |
01-10-2018, 11:35 PM | #107 |
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Here's another thingiverse item I'm messing with, I'm in the process of slicing it into individual pieces & panels. |
01-11-2018, 05:23 AM | #108 |
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01-11-2018, 09:16 AM | #109 |
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| Re: 3d printer for rc parts https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1372741 The problem is it's over a dozen parts lumped into 1 giant chunk. I'll eventually post a remix with them split, then another with the cab & box split into panels. |
01-11-2018, 09:03 PM | #110 |
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What software are you using to split it? I've been updating/changing, a Splitwindow Bus file and have a bit of an issue with Meshmixer. Makergear M2 printer
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01-12-2018, 07:22 AM | #111 |
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What software are you guys using for sending parts to the printer? I have a Macbook Pro and am curious if the software will work on it. Not much 3D modeling software is compatible with Apple |
01-12-2018, 07:33 AM | #112 |
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| Re: 3d printer for rc parts Cura converts the solid models (.STL) to GCODE that the printer can read. Does that answer your question?
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01-12-2018, 08:29 AM | #113 |
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Cura Hang up and Drive |
01-12-2018, 08:33 AM | #114 |
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| Re: 3d printer for rc parts Got it! Watched some youtube videos on the printer. Looks like I can run Google Sketchup with the STL file extension and be able to design and make my own parts... |
01-12-2018, 08:37 AM | #115 | |
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01-12-2018, 08:45 AM | #116 |
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Fusion 360 is the bomb, but a tricky one to learn. Don’t think it’s OSX compatable Hang up and Drive |
01-12-2018, 09:33 AM | #117 |
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This link explains how to get the free start up license for the Mac version of Fusion 360: https://knowledge.autodesk.com/suppo...usion-360.html |
01-12-2018, 10:36 AM | #118 | |
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01-14-2018, 08:38 AM | #119 |
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I got into Blender (free) for editing STL's and MakerBot for printing specifically for my printer (QIDI Tech, Replicator clone). Blender isn't exactly intuitive, but there is a TON of vids & info on the net. I'll have to give Fusion 360 a try though. Also been meaning to try Cura & Simplify3D, both are supposed to be great.
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01-14-2018, 09:01 AM | #120 | |
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Link will also get you a windows copy. I found we can get a license from this link, as long as we are enthusiasts , not manufacturers Hang up and Drive | |
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