3D Printing and RVing

[TJ&LadyDi]

Can you rotate an item so that it is diagonal on the print bed? That would allow printing a 9"+ item in a 7" cube work space.

TJ

 

[Jabber Jaw]

You guys remind of "mad scientists"? with these 3D printers! I'm sure one of you will develop the next great "RV Trinket" that becomes a must have! Somebody will become a millionaire, or get to appear on "Shark Tank"!?
Good luck & have fun!

 

[Neal]

I was lucky to have the 2nd 3D printer as I needed to print a new part for the Prusa that I had screwed up. It's nice how you can print any Prusa parts involved in assembling the machine if you need to.

 

[Neal]

Can you rotate an item so that it is diagonal on the print bed? That would allow printing a 9"+ item in a 7" cube work space.

Yes, do whatever is needed so it can print. In PrusaSlicer it will turn green when you're good, another color if it's outside the printable area. Sometimes you have to use the diagonal. I think it may take longer as the extruder has to travel greater distances but you do what you have to do.

 

[Buly]

Yes, do whatever is needed so it can print. In PrusaSlicer it will turn green when you're good, another color if it's outside the printable area. Sometimes you have to use the diagonal. I think it may take longer as the extruder has to travel greater distances but you do what you have to do.

Can you print toilet paper ?

 

[boomer]

By the way I use an amazon smart plug with my Alexa setup so I can turn the printer/pi on/off through Alexa.

Side not - love those plugs...

 

[Joe Dutchstar]

Got a free version of Fusion 360 the other day. Amazing software! Whipped up a couple brackets for a project within an hour. Used YT videos by Lars for instructions.
Software is powerful and relatively easy to use, even for a novice. The trick is to translate the brackets to the real world? in any event fun stuff. A 3D printer is not in my future as of yet. These brackets will live in the engine compartment so not sure if a sintered metal or heavy heat resistant nylon would be the material of choice. First round, would be a prototype material for fitting and final dimension check.
Following this thread has been very informative. Thanks!

 

[BuckyII]

@JoeHogan welcome to the club! You’ll be amazed at all the “stuff“ you are able design/create. And, as you have already observed, it’s fun. I’ve spent many hours with Lars...he’s good.

 

[Neal]

Fusion 360 is free for non commercial (aka personal) use. Now I need to find time to watch all of Lars's videos! I really want to learn this monster!

 

[Joe Dutchstar]

very cool software!!

 

[Joe Dutchstar]

Here is another very useful 3d printing project, especially for those that like to tinker with Raspberry Pie IC boards.

 

[Joe Dutchstar]

And another very useful item that can be printed on a 3D printer. Wonder why I don't have one of these 3d printers...??

 

[Neal]

You can print winterization fittings for RV's too, I did a few some time ago.

Air Compressor to Garden Hose for RV Winterization by Zburns

I created this to blow out our RV water lines for the winter. I used to use the pink antifreeze, but now just use this and hookup to a 2 gallon portable air compressor using standard quick connect fittings. Works great and saves from having to purchase the pink stuff.

www.thingiverse.com

 

[Joe Dutchstar]

More entertainment with Fusion 360. Bracket is becoming closer to reality.

 

[BGMAC]

Nice Joe!!!. I downloaded Fusion 360. Where can I get some good beginner starter lessons?