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3D Hangouts

Hang out with Noe & Pedro Ruiz every week and discover 3D printing! Get your 3D news, projects, design tutorials, shop talk and more each week. We’ll also share what’s on our build platforms at the moment, sneak peeks of future projects, and throughout all of it, we’ll keep on printing. Subscribe to the Adafruit channel on YouTube and follow us on Google+ to catch future broadcasts.

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

3D Hangouts – Motor Bat, POV Display and Ghost Cat Video 31.10.2024

This week @adafruit we’re checking out our new Halloween project using PropMaker RP2040 Feather. Prototyping a new POV LED Display project using DotStar LEDs, a Motor FeatherWing and RP2040 Feather running CircuitPython. The timelapse Tuesday video this week is a Halloween cat dressed in a ghost costume designed by OddPlasticity. Motor Bat Video https://youtu.be/n2cuiZ1W8Zs Learn Guide https://lea...

3D Hangouts – Fluttering Bat and Crawling Pumpkin Video 24.10.2024

This week @adafruit we’re prototyping a new halloween project using PropMaker RP2040 Feather. The timelapse Tuesday video this week is an articulating pumpkin with spider-like legs designed by jajaum3d. Feather RP2040 PropMaker https://www.adafruit.com/product/5768 Continuous Micro Servo https://www.adafruit.com/product/2442 Mini Oval Speaker https://www.adafruit.com/product/3923 VL53L1X ToF Senso...

3D Hangouts – Zelda Tri Rod, NFC Library and Pumpkin Cat Video 17.10.2024

This week @adafruit we’re showcasing our Zelda Tri Rod project. Prototyping a motorized flying bat project for Halloween using a servo, RP2040 PropMaker Feather and a distance sensor. Shop talk segment features a new firmware from community member Squid.jpg for the Adafruit LED Glasses. The time lapse Tuesday video this week is an articulating pumpkin cat by 3D_FlexSeeds. Tri Rod Learn Guide - htt...

3D Hangouts – Jack O’Lantern Prop, Zelda Tri Rod and Skull Rose Video 03.10.2024

This week @adafruit we’re doing a deep dive our Jack O’Lantern pumpkin prop project. Prototyping a new prop, the Tri Rod from The Legend of Zelda, Echoes of Wisdom. The timelapse Tuesday video this week is a skull rose designed by Billy Hooper. PropMaker Jack O’Lantern Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/propmaker-jack-o-lantern/ YouTube Video https://youtu.be/-EdjjKkbZP8 Feather RP2040 PropMaker htt...

3D Hangouts – Servos for LEGO, Jack O’Lantern Prop and Beetlejuice Bob Video 26.09.2024

This week @adafruit we’re showcasing our LEGO compatible mounts with our Carousel build using a servo, neopixels and music. For prototyping, we have a working demo of the Jack O’Lantern IKEA pumpkin using the PropMaker RP2040 and the time of flight sensor. The Timelapse Tuesday this week is a wearable headband of Bob from the Beetlejuice movie designed by ClaberTan. LEGO Servo Learn Guide https://...

3D Hangouts – Halloween Props, Lego Mounts and Retractable Spider Video 19.09.2024

This week @adafruit we’re checking out 3D printed LEGO compatible mounts in resin using SLA service from JLCPCB. Prototyping a new halloween project using the PropMaker RP2040 and an IKEA pumpkin lamp. Shop talk segment features an online tool for simulating gear mechanisms. The Timelapse Tuesday this week is a retractable spider designed by BlobLab. Code Editor YouTube Video https://youtu.be/CMdZ...

3D Hangouts – LED Lamp, Servo Mounts and Oogie Boogie Video 12.09.2024

This week @adafruit we’re taking a look at 3D printed LEGO compatible servo mounts in resin using SLA service from JLCPCB. We’re deep diving into our LED lamp using 12V LED noodles and the HUSB238 USB-C power delivery board. The Timelapse Tuesday this week is a jack-o-lantern in the shape of Oogie Boogie. YouTube Video https://youtu.be/kKNC-wLjxdk Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/led-noodle-...

3D Hangouts – Lightswitch, LEGO Carousel and Horned Skull Video 29.08.2024

This week @adafruit we continue working on 3D printed LEGO compatible servo mounts. Prototyping the enclosure for our LED lamp using 12V LED noodles and the HUSB238 USB-C power delivery board. The Timelapse Tuesday this week is a horned skull in preparation for the forthcoming spooky season. Micro Servos https://www.adafruit.com/search?q=micro+servo 12V LED Noodle https://www.adafruit.com/product/...

3D Hangouts – LED Noodle Lamp, Servo Mounts and Zombie Hand Video 22.08.2024

This week @adafruit we’re prototyping new projects. First up, we’re designing a LEGO compatible mount for servos to stock in the shop. Working on a new LED lamp using 12V LED noodles and the updated HUSB238 USB-C power delivery board. The Timelapse Tuesday this week is a telescoping Zombie hand designed by Big Plate Chicken Studio.
 
 Micro Servos
 https://www.adafruit.com/search?q=mic...

3D Hangouts – iOS BLE Controller, CNC Rotary MacroPad, Flexi Liopleurodon Video 25.07.2024

his week @adafruit we’re showcasing an iOS BLE media controller using 3.5in TFT FeatherWing and Feather ESP32-S3 . Our prototype of the CNC rotary encoder macropad with Snap-Part NeoKey Switches gets updated with the Feather RP2040. Checking out new makes from the community. Showcasing this week’s time lapse featuring a flexi Liopleurodon by 3D Flexseeds. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/esp...

3D Hangouts – USB-C Dock, CNC Rotary MacroPad, Spiral Cone Video 18.07.2024

This week @adafruit we’re checking out our new USB-C dock for vertically mounting dev boards. We have a working prototype of a macropad using a CNC rotary encoder and Snap-Part NeoKey Switches. Checking out new makes from the community. Showcasing this week’s time lapse featuring a spiral cone designed by Zagatorz. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/usb-c-dock/ YouTube Video https://youtu.be/5...

DIY USB-C Dock Video 17.07.2024

This simple dock lets you stand your dev board upright, making it easy to display. A USB C cable is connected to the back of the dock for charging and reprogramming. This is a great way to keep your board from slipping and sliding off your desk. This simple design is great for different board shapes making it universal. This project uses a USB C socket breakout board and plug breakout board to bui...

3D Hangouts – USB-C Dock, CNC Rotary MacroPad, Jumping Spider Video 11.07.2024

This week @adafruit we’re prototyping new projects. Designing a new USB-C dock for vertically mounting dev boards. Prototyping a new macropad using a CNC rotary encoder and Snap-Part NeoKey Switches. Checking out new SLA resin parts to stock in the shop. Showcasing new community makes and a print-in-place articulating spider for this week’s Time Lapse. USB-C Socket Breakout https://www.adafruit.co...

3D Hangouts – Iot Filament Sensor, Pixel Trinkey Case and Timelapses Video 04.07.2024

This week @adafruit we’re back with new projects. Our learn guide this week is a IoT filament sensor using an optical IR breakout and an LED warning alarm buzzer. Spinning up a new case for the Pixel Trinkey. Catching up on several time lapses and community makes. Learn Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/iot-filament-sensor/ YouTube Video https://youtu.be/tlKvEJ8serE TCRT1000 Optical Sensor https:/...

3D Hangouts – Soundbox, Trinkey Case and Mechanical Dice Tower Video 13.06.2024

This week @adafruit we’re showcasing our new sound box using a big arcade button and the PropMaker Feather RP2040. Prototyping a snap fit case for Adafruit Trinkeys. Time lapse this week features a mechanical dice tower designed by 3DTechDesigns. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/soundbox-rp2040/ YouTube Video https://youtu.be/bCi7b_aKbAE Feather RP2040 PropMaker: https://www.adafruit.com/pro...

3D Hangouts – Thumper, Soundbox and Mama Lama Video 06.06.2024

This week @adafruit we’re showcasing our Dune Thumper prop replica with PropMaker Feather RP2040. Prototyping a new sound box using a big arcade button and the PropMaker. Time lapse this week features a Mama Lama designed by Pizza3D. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/dune-worm-thumper/ YouTube Video https://youtu.be/3nM4hE7weXs Feather RP2040 PropMaker: https://www.adafruit.com/product/5768 C...

3D Hangouts – Media Dial, Dune Thumper and Floppy Disk Piggy Bank Video 23.05.2024

This week @adafruit we’re showcasing our USB media dial. Prototyping the Dune Thumper with PropMaker Feather RP2040. Shop talk segment highlights new CAD files released on GitHub repo. Checking out community makes from our Cults3D profile. Time lapse this week features a piggy bank dressed as a Floppy Disk designed by BB11. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/usb-rotary-media-dial/ YouTube Vide...

3D Hangouts – Energy Sword, Media Dial and Milk Crate Video 16.05.2024

This week @adafruit we’re showcasing our Halo Energy Sword prop remake powered by the Feather PropMaker 2040. Updated look at our media dial using QT Py RP2040 and rotary Stemma QT. Prototyping a new project using the massive arcade button with side light NeoPixel strip. Time lapse this week features a milk crate remixed with flexi legs by Audi. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/halo-energy-s...

3D Hangouts – Energy Sword, Media Dial and Nuka Cola Bottle Video 09.05.2024

This week @adafruit we’re working on our Halo Energy Sword prop remake powered by the Feather PropMaker 2040. Prototyping a new version of our classic media dial using QT Py RP2040 and Rotary Stemma QT. Time lapse this week features the iconic Nuka Cola bottle from Fallout designed by Theo. Feather RP2040 PropMaker: https://www.adafruit.com/product/5768 Mini Skinny NeoPixel Strip 60/m https://www....

3D Hangouts – Memory Gun, Energy Sword and Sliding Fidget Video 01.05.2024

This week @adafruit we’re showcasing our Memory Gun Prop powered by the Feather PropMaker 2040. Upgrading the iconic Energy Sword from Halo with the Feather PropMaker RP2040. Showcasing timelapses this week featuring a print-in-place sliding fidget designed by Martin Šlefr. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/gravity-falls-memory-gun YouTube Video https://youtu.be/Oc5buzvV1pM Feather RP2040 Pro...

3D Hangouts – IoT Pico DVI, Memory Gun Prop and Flex Snail Video 17.04.2024

This week @adafruit we’re making an Adafruit IO project using Raspberry Pi Pico W and Pico DVI. Finalizing our Memory Gun Prop using Feather PropMaker 2040. Showcasing the timelapse this week featuring a print-in-place articulated snail designed by Tame Them. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/dvi-io Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_Wq4X56O6Y Pico DVI PiCowBell https://www.adafruit.com/...

3D Hangouts – IoT Pico DVI, Memory Gun Prop and Mega Worm Video 10.04.2024

This week @adafruit we’re prototyping an IoT project using Raspberry Pi Pico DVI and Adafruit IO. Working on a new Feather RP2040 PropMaker project inspired by the Memory Gun from Gravity Falls. Showcasing the timelapse this week featuring a print-in-place articulated worm designed by Miguel Zavala. Pico DVI PiCowBell https://www.adafruit.com/product/5745 PiCowBell Proto Doubler https://www.adafru...

3D Hangouts – Camera Bot, IoT Bird Feeder and Easter Egg Box Video 06.03.2024

This week @adafruit we’re making a face tracking companion bot with MEMENTO. Taking a look at our Iot camera bird feeder prototype. Showcasing makes from the community and the timelapse this week features a print in place Easter egg box designed by 3DTECHDESIGNS. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/face-tracking-robot-with-memento/ Project Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gz6YTwYlKcc Memen...

3D Hangouts – ItsyBitsy ESP32, Camera Bot, IoT Bird Feeder and Hammerhead Shark Video 28.02.2024

This week @adafruit we’re making a snap fit case for the ItsyBitsy ESP32. Prototyping a shoulder bot with face tracking and an IoT bird feeder using the MEMENTO. Showcasing makes from the community and the timelapse this week features a print in place hammerhead shark designed by Littletup. Project video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xx4hZpBE1c Learn guide https://learn.adafruit.com/itsybitsy-e...

3D Hangouts – Camera Projects and Stretch Fidgets Video 21.02.2024

This week @adafruit we’re prototyping new projects with the MEMENTO camera. Designing a new snap fit case for the ItsyBitsy ESP32. Showcasing makes from the community and the timelapse this week features a print in place fidget designed by Tomo Designs. Memento - https://www.adafruit.com/product/5420 ItsyBitsy ESP32 https://www.adafruit.com/product/5889 PIR Sensor https://www.adafruit.com/product/...

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