3D Printing Projects

This is a wearable case for the Adafruit Monster M4SK. The 3D Printed case snap fits together and lets you add a headband so you can wear it. The case has all of electronics so it’s nice and portable little package. The open frame design shows off the silkscreen so you enjoy the lovely artwork. You can wear it as a pair of goggles or work it into your costume projects. They can be worn over your e...

Make solder time fun with Adabot and a hand cranked solder caddy! Keep your workspace tidy with this cute 3D printed solder dispenser. The crank is a print-in-place design with hinge and free spinning handle. #3Dprinting #adafruit #adabot #solder #diy Learn Guide Links https://learn.adafruit.com/cranky-adabot-solder-dispenser/ Files Download Links Cults 3D - https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/gadget/...

Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/spacex-helmet In this project we'll build the iconic SpaceX helmet! This helmet features an articulating top half that allows the wearer to lift the visor up. NeoPixel LEDs illuminate the face with motion activated animations! We can customize motions to change different colors, animations or even play sounds! Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.c...

Thought I'd make a tutorial on how to create snap fits for circular PCBs. This method uses the sweep feature to create snaps that follow a path. Tabs with 45 degree snaps secures circular shaped PCBs. Adafruit Circuit Playground Express https://adafruit.com/products/3333 Download Snap FIt Case for Circuit Plyground Express https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3296375/files 3D Printing Projects Playli...

Hey folks, this week we’re making accessibility buttons for the Adafruit PyGamer. These buttons are 3d printed with the braille alphabet so folks can touch and feel the buttons. We made a full set of these button caps to press fit over the PyGamer switches. They’re are printed flat side down with the stem facing up. All buttons in this kit fit on the bed of the 3D printer and only took a half hour...

Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/zelda-master-sword Make a light up Master Sword from the Legend of Zelda! This build has motion activated sound effects and LED animations! The Adafruit Feather and Prop-Maker FeatherWing has you need to add lights and sounds to your projects. NeoPixel LEDs are fitted inside the blade. This uses the built-in accelerometer and audio amp. When you swing it around, i...

3D print a case with a flip out mic! This case is designed for the TensorFlow Lite Kit. Use the Adafruit PyBadge, battery and microphone to build a machine learning project! Learn guide https://learn.adafruit.com/pybadge-case-with-flip-out-mic/ CAD Files https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3766424 https://a360.co/2FOY35Y TensorFlow Lite for Microcontrollers Kit – Quick Start https://learn.adafruit.c...

3D print a case with a flip out mic! This case is designed for the TensorFlow Lite Kit. Use the Adafruit PyBadge, battery and microphone to build a machine learning project! Learn guide https://learn.adafruit.com/pybadge-case-with-flip-out-mic/ TensorFlow Lite for Microcontrollers Kit – Quick Start https://learn.adafruit.com/tensorflow-lite-for-microcontrollers-kit-quickstart TensorFlow Lite for M...

learn guide - https://learn.adafruit.com/neotrellis-soundboard/ This is a sound board using Adafruit’s NeoTrellis. This lets you trigger audio files so you can play it like a musical instrument. Each button can have different sounds so you can build your own sample kit. All of the electronics are housed in our 3D printed enclosure. The top and bottom covers snap fit so it’s easy to put together. I...

Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/pybadger-event-badge PyBadger makes it easy to create interactive badges for conferences and events! You can easily display bitmap images and auto generate QR codes. Use adafruit’s circuit python to customize your badge with your name and contact info. You can easily change the size of the titles and even add custom fonts. Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://w...

Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/3d-printing-on-diffraction-grating-sheets - You can get shiny Iridescent effects on 3D printed parts! Double Axis Diffraction Sheets (13,500 lines/inch) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007FZXNL6 When printing, the texture of the diffraction grating is captured in the first layer. In direct light, reflections look iridescent with rainbow-like patterns! This tech...

This week I'm using the Manage Lost Projections feature in fusion 360 to update the enclosure for PyGamer. Rule of thumb is to use as little projected geometry as possible! PyGamer PCB download https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-pygamer/downloads MicroSD https://grabcad.com/library/micro-sd-2 SMT Audio Jack https://grabcad.com/library/smt-audio-jack-4u-connectors-19269-1 Adafruit 3D CAD parts on...

Update on projects this week. We're taking a look at the Adafruit Crickit HAT for Raspberry Pi. Library IO website for generating custom headers. new 3D scanner prototype is in the works. Also found some nice models of the Raspberry Pi 3 and Pi camera module v2. Thanks for watching! Links below. Adafruit Crickit HAT for Pi https://adafru.it/3957 Adafruit PyGamer https://adafru.it/4242 Adafruit PyG...

In the last installment of this mini series, we're creating snap fit features. Instead of drawing them within the document, we'll import it as an external component and customize user parameters to create snap sets with different lengths. Part One https://youtu.be/C-31tlBQtuc Part Two https://youtu.be/NVSQzi-dQMk Part Three https://youtu.be/pfBXfgCTmAU PyBadge https://www.adafruit.com/product/4200...

Picking up right where we left off, in this episode we're going to create the proper cut outs for the buttons, display, neopixels, sensors, switch and USB port. Excellent! Part one: https://youtu.be/C-31tlBQtuc Part two: https://youtu.be/watch?v=NVSQzi-dQMk Part three: https://youtu.be/pfBXfgCTmAU PyBadge https://www.adafruit.com/product/4200 PyBadge LE https://www.adafruit.com/product/3939 MakeCo...

Taking a look at the Adafruit PyBadge. In this three part mini series, we'll deep dive into the process of modeling a parametric enclosure with snap fit features using Fusion 360. Part One https://youtu.be/C-31tlBQtuc Part Two https://youtu.be/NVSQzi-dQMk Part Three https://youtu.be/pfBXfgCTmAU PyBadge Case Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/pybadge-case/overview PyBadge Case Project Video htt...

In this project we’re making a case for the Adafruit PyBadge. This 3d printed case is designed for a lanyard so you can use it as a conference badge. Learn Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/pybadge-case/ PyBadge https://www.adafruit.com/product/4200 PyBadge LE https://www.adafruit.com/product/3939 Mini Oval Speaker https://www.adafruit.com/product/3923 400mah 3.7v Lipo Battery https://www.adafruit...

Taking a look at the heat set press assembly to swap out the roller carriage for a different design. I walkthrough the process of exporting and importing components to build the assembly using joints in Fusion 360. Learn guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/heat-set-rig/ YouTube video https://youtu.be/bbsD-3_AP_0 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOWD2dJNR...

In this project we're building a rig for installing heat set inserts. Use 3D printed parts and hardware to build a solder rig with smooth linear roller action! Make perfectly straight inserts with precision using a tip for installing inserts. Learn guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/heat-set-rig/ When working with 3D printed parts, a press can help you install inserts. This holds a soldering iron v...

In this project we’re 3D printing a Dragon Lamp! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/dragon-lamp This dragon was inspired by Game of Thrones and actually has the Night King riding on its back! We’re using the Circuit Playground Express to light it up and with its on-board NeoPixel LEDs you can make it look like a real flame! Circuit Playground Express https://www.adafruit.com/product/3333 USB Cable...

I just got a SpaceMouse compact by 3DConnexion and thought I'd do a quick demo using it to pan through an assembly while recording with wirecast. Also, don't forget about the tip about keyboard shortcuts. Thanks for watching! 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOWD2dJNRIN46uhMCWvNOlbG 3D Hangout Show Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R...

3D print and build your own Kingdom Key! This Keyblade is designed to be an easy-to-build kit with parts that screw fit together. No support material is required! Download files in learn guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/kingdom-key-keyblade/ Alternate download links: Cults 3D https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/yet-another-keyblade Thingiverse https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3582947 MyMiniFact...

Taking a look at making tubing with screw-threaded ends. Working on the Keyblade prop and wanted to make the parts screw together. Using cylinders, coils and user parameters, we can design a parametric model. Download Demo File https://a360.co/2P8B4FR 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOWD2dJNRIN46uhMCWvNOlbG 3D Hangout Show Playlist: https://www.youtub...

Watch as these seemingly lifeless creatures spring to life in this mysterious glowing jar. The enclosure houses the electronics and the models are printed in Magnetic PLA. Adafruit’s Crickit and Circuit Playground Express has everything you need to build a project with lights, sounds, and motor control. Files, code, learn guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/robotic-creatures/ Creature STLs: Fish Bon...

Working on a keyblade cosplay prop and wanted some knurling effects on the handle. Using 2-coils and circuit pattern, we can make some sweet knurling that can be 3d printed or CNC machined. Share Link: https://a360.co/2P3utfO 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOWD2dJNRIN46uhMCWvNOlbG 3D Hangout Show Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R...