Build a 3D printer - Part 4: Frame support
ezContents 8 January 2017
The 6 mm aluminum frame cutout can now be mounted on the base of our frame. We could leave it as is, but adding the extra 10 mm threaded rod supports will give it that extra stability. The extra rods will also give us place to mount other additions to the printer.
Build a 3D printer - Part 3: Y-axis
ezContents 7 January 2017
When the base of the frame is built we can continue to finish up the Y-axis.
Build a 3D printer - Part 2: Base
ezContents 7 January 2017
In the first part we have investigated and assembled all the parts to build the frame. Now it is assembled to assemble the base of our 3D printer.
Build a 3D printer - Part 1: Inventory
ezContents 5 January 2017
Reprap is a very popular Open Source 3D printer. The idea of this project is of a self replicating machine that can create copies of itself. So when you want to build your own 3D printer, the first thing is to get a set of 3D printed parts. It is a good idea to dive into the RepRap community and get to know people that can help you acquire them.
3D printed USB arcade joystick enclosure
ezContents 11 December 2016
Important part in an electronic project is creating an enclosure for the parts. Without it, it is simply not finished. Luckily we now have 3D design software and 3D printers which are perfectly suited for the job.