Adafruit Industries

3D Printing Projects

Every Thursday is #3DThursday at Adafruit! Tune in for a new project using 3D printing and DIY electronics. Get inspired to use 3D printing in your projects and find out how to design things using CAD software. Learn to print enclosures, cosplay elements, camera mods, and much much more from Noe Ruiz and Pedro Ruiz.

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Prop-Maker LightSaber Build Video 30.10.2018

The Path to Prop Maker Use your maker skills and become the Jedi you were meant to be! Construct your own lightsaber using 3D printed parts and electronics from Adafruit. This advanced prop uses an accelerometer to detect swings and hits to trigger super bright NeoPixels with full sound FX! Full learn guide https://learn.adafruit.com/lightsaber-featherwing/ Adafruit Feather M4 Express https://www....

Hallowing Pumpkin Eye Video 16.10.2018

Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/hallowing-case In this project we're making a 3D printed case for the hallowing! We added spikes to design, making it easy to attach to pumpkins! This last minute halloween prop is easy to 3D print and stick onto almost any soft surface! Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://ada...

Fusion 360 Tutorial – Using Library IO & Eagle Video 04.09.2018

In this video I walk through the workflow of turning an adafruit board into a detailed 3D model. I use Autodesk Library IO to generate custom components to populate PCBs. Adafruit CAP1188 Breakout https://www.adafruit.com/product/1602 Adafruit CAD Parts on Github https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_CAD_Parts EagleCAD Download https://www.autodesk.com/products/eagle/free-download Autodesk Eagle Li...

Fusion 360 Tutorial – Exporting Projects Video 23.08.2018

In this tutorial we'll take a look at how to export projects with linked components. Adafruit CAD Models on GitHub https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_CAD_Parts Shop for parts for your own DIY projects http://adafru.it/3dprinting Join the Adafruit Discord http://adafru.it/discord Vote on this at Fusion 360 Idea Station https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/fusion-360-ideastation/allow-quot-save-as-quot-...

Layer by Layer – Setting Up Vectors for Cutting Machines Video 05.06.2018

In this tutorial we'll walk through setting up vector graphics for cutting machines. We'll convert vectors shapes into layers for making t-shirts with iron-on vinyl or cardstock for paper crafts. Download Sparky Vector File https://learn.adafruit.com/using-cricut-for-projects/ Sparky Sticker https://www.adafruit.com/product/691 Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com -------------...

Fusion 360 Tutorial – Foldable Boxes Video 16.05.2018

Using sheet metal tools in Fusion 360 to make foldable boxes that can be used to house electrics or other products. Please consider supporting me and the amazing folks at Adafruit by shopping for parts for your own DIY projects http://adafru.it/3dprinting Chipboard 30pt (.8mm) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0127YHXS8/ Download Fusion 360 FREE http://autode.sk/1Ro3wkb 3D Printing Projects Playlist: htt...

LEARN: Capacitive Touch Unicorn Horn Video 26.01.2018

Make a wearable cosplay unicorn horn that glows rainbow. When you touch the pretty copper decoration swirl, the horn will glow white at the tip. Purify your environment and create magic and giggles! Full tutorial: https://learn.adafruit.com/capacitive-touch-unicorn-horn/introduction Assembly Video: https://youtu.be/w8XRl6d9c1A Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com Adafruit on In...

Layer by Layer – Adafruit Joy Bonnet for Raspberry Pi Video 21.04.2017

I'm working on a new retropie project that uses the Raspberry Pi Zero W and the new Adafruit Joy Bonnet. Before I can design an enclosure for this project, I need to 3D model the PCB + components! Using EagleCAD and Fusion 360, I exported a DFX, which is a drawing of the footprints of each component, and import that into Fusion 360. This makes modeling a whole lot easier! I normally would use the...

D20 on Ultimaker 3 Dual Extruder Video 18.10.2016

Every week we'll 3D print designs from the community and showcase slicer settings, use cases and of course, Time-lapses! This week: D20 By: Noe Ruiz https://www.youmagine.com/designs/dual-d20 Black / Orange PLA 5hrs 30min X:60 Y:60 Z:60 0.2mm 20% Infill 210C / 60C 41G 70mm/s ----------------------------------------- Shop for parts for your own DIY projects http://adafru.it/3dprinting Download Auto...

#3DPrinting with Bamboo Wood Filament Video 28.05.2015

Wood working using a 3d printer. BambooFill is made with a mixture of bamboo wood and PHA/PLA. Parts are sturdy, like a block of wood. It feels and smells just like real wood. Read the full guide on printing and finishing techniques on: https://learn.adafruit.com/3d-printing-with-bamboo-wood-filament ----------------------------------------- Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com...

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