mattkguns

The Crafty Maker

Introducing my very first sponsored project. When Bambu Lab released their new translucent PETG filament I've reached out to them with an idea that have been thinking about for a while now, a model that resembles a stained glass window. Their translucent filament is a perfect fit for this.&nbsp;I was pleasantly surprised that they agreed and liked the project idea, so they sent me a batch of translucent PETG filament to get things started. &nbsp;There were a lot of ideas to choose from, but the space shuttle stuck with me, since I'm a big space nerd, so that was an obvious choice for me.&nbsp;Designing it was quite challenging because the color of the translucent filament varies on the thickness of the part. It took quite some test printing to get the best color and transparency, but eventually I was able to find the right balance and finished up the model.&nbsp;The filaments I've used are all Bambu Lab filaments. The parts that resemble the stained glass are printed in Translucent PETG Light Blue, Orange, Brown and Grey. Only the white parts are printed in a PETG that's not part of the translucent filament line. Those are printed in Basic PETG Transparent.&nbsp;The front and back frame are both printed in Basic PETG Black. All the other parts are all printed in Basic PLA. The box, lid and led panel or led strip holder are printed in the color black, the diffuser is printed in the color white.&nbsp;The box and the lid have little compartments where you can glue in magnets (width 6mm & height 3mm) but this is optional and not needed to keep the lid on the box.&nbsp;Print Settings&nbsp;Stained glass pieces<ul><li>100% infill</li><li>Top surface pattern: Octogram Spiral</li></ul>Front & Back Frame<ul><li>Arachne wall generator or detect thin walls</li></ul>Backlight Led Panel Holder<ul><li>Regular support on build plate only</li></ul>Backlight Led Strip Holder<ul><li>Outer brim recommended</li></ul>Diffuser<ul><li>100% infill</li><li>Outer brim recommended</li></ul>Box & Lid<ul><li>Outer wall speed 90 for consistent surface finish</li><li>Seam position: Back</li></ul>&nbsp;For the light source I've used following Bambu Lab products&nbsp;EU Store<ul><li><a target="_blank" href="https://eu.store.bambulab.com/collections/bambu-lab-3d-printer-filament/products/bambu-cmyk-backlight-board?skr=yes" rel="nofollow noopener">Led panel</a></li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://eu.store.bambulab.com/en-be/products/s-shape-led-strip-light-ws2812b-rgb" rel="nofollow noopener">Led strip</a> </li></ul>US Store<ul><li><a target="_blank" href="https://us.store.bambulab.com/collections/bambu-lab-3d-printer-filament/products/bambu-cmyk-backlight-board?skr=yes" rel="nofollow noopener">Led panel</a></li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://us.store.bambulab.com/products/s-shape-led-strip-light-ws2812b-rgb" rel="nofollow noopener">Led strip</a></li></ul>ALL The Crafty Maker designs are protected by Copyright Law. By downloading, YOU HAVE NO RIGHT to sell any digital files or reproductions from those files. If you want a commercial license to LEGALLY SELL 3D prints, you'll need a <a target="_blank" href="https://patreon.com/TheCraftyMaker" rel="nofollow noopener">The Crafty Seller Patreon</a> subscription.

Space Shuttle Stained Glass Lightbox

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KamSav

I often use epoxy to fuse 3D-printed parts. Usually this means that I need a very small batch at a time. Each application uses up a cup and a spatula. Finding suitable mixing cups that do not tip over or are too large has been a problem. Getting hold of suitable spatulas is easier. I often use disposable chopsticks. But that requires cutting the tip to form the small flat point that is needed. Another problem is that I hate cleaning up epoxy spill caused by the spatula falling onto the table. I need somewhere safe to place the spatula after application.The solution for me has been this design of a small, stackable cup with a small spatula attached. There is an extra area available where the spatula can be placed after use.I print a batch of these at a time and store them together with the epoxy. This way I always have a cup available when I need one.

Stackable epoxy cup with spatula

cool tool

gifts

A. Guy

Do you have countless USB chargers freely migrating from desk to drawer to nightstand throughout your house? Have a hard time finding the right one when you need it? Don't lie. &nbsp;Wrangle those wall warts with this rack. Screw it to the wall, your door, under your desk, on the ceiling, in a drawer.&nbsp;Plug in your AC adapters in either orientation. Make USB charger pixel art. Make up a weird grid-based game mechanic. Make your wildest dreams come true.&nbsp;Bonus storage tip: the slots are close enough to the edge that you can easily dangle your prongs.

USBeehive - A wall mountable rack for your USB charge blocks, wall warts, AC adapters

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Zoatik

A simple and ergonomic display boards stand (6 pcs). This model is designed for the following board : <a target="_blank" href="https://makerworld.com/fr/models/91226#profileId-106458" rel="nofollow noopener">https://makerworld.com/fr/models/91226#profileId-106458</a> &nbsp;(if you have other boards, make sure it fits the size)Display board size:<ul><li>width : < 108 mm</li><li>thickness : < 45 mm</li></ul>

Swatch boards stand

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Cynric10

This is a Skadis holder for Lego minifigures, as I can't add the remix because it's not found, the base design for the Lego part is from this gentleman:<a target="_blank" href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4704725" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4704725</a>

Skadis Lego Figure Holder

skadis

thrutheframe

<h3>NOTE:</h3><ul><li>Please read the instruction guide below.</li><li>Download the 3mf file if you are using a Bambu slicer. Download the stl if you are using other slicers.</li><li>I do my best to double-check and test the print profiles I created. They are up to date with whatever changes I make. If you are using profiles made by others, please check if they are updated.</li></ul>&nbsp;<h3>UPDATE 24 Nov 2023</h3>Previous writeup - “…One of the ideas was to attach a bin/basket on the end of the cantilever x-axis. But based on experience with cantilever printers, it is never a good idea to hang a bin/basket at the extreme end of the X-axis extrusion, regardless of how robust the Z-axis linear rail is… ”&nbsp;I was not entirely right. While hanging a bin/basket at the end of a cantilever was never a good idea, attaching a lightweight guide/baffle is a very good idea. I looked at the designs by others and CAD what I think is a combination of what was good. Together with a shorter bin, I added Option 3 - Short Bin with <a target="_blank" href="https://makerworld.com/en/models/72654#profileId-77178" rel="nofollow noopener">Pruge Guide</a>. I have updated this project's 3mf file.&nbsp;The short bin uses the same magnetic docking system. So you will still need to print the magnetic docks D1 (plate 1).&nbsp;In addition, I have also increased the capacity of the bin without an increase in footprint.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:100%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-11-24_0bf6f9d142792.png"></figure></td><td><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:100%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-11-24_ab21b4e9da909.png"></figure></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>&nbsp;This is the first of three designs by Thrutheframe for A1 mini. The 3 essential printable accessories that you will need for your new printer.<ol><li>A1 mini Poop Management System (PMS)</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://makerworld.com/en/models/28311#profileId-24696" rel="nofollow noopener">A1 mini Build Plate Stand</a></li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://makerworld.com/en/models/28319#profileId-24702" rel="nofollow noopener">A1 mini Scraper and Stylus Holder</a></li></ol>While the hardware for all 3 builds can be self-sourced, I am working with <a target="_blank" href="https://veetec3d.etsy.com/listing/1583763119/a1-mini-accessories-hardware-kit" rel="nofollow noopener">Veetec3D to offer an A1 mini Hardware Kit</a> for all the 3 builds above. It will include the 6x3mm magnets, M3 screws, VHB, thin double-sided tapes, and pre-cut self-adhesive anti-slip pads. Printed parts are not included.&nbsp;The price is 10€ with tracked shipping at 5€. We try our best to keep the pricing affordable for everyone to have easy access to the required hardware for all 3 builds. In addition, parts and labour are sourced within EU. If you like the designs by ThrutheFrame and wish to support his projects, do consider buying this kit. A small royalty will go towards funding project consumables ie. filaments, materials, electricity, coffee, time, software subscription, etc&nbsp;<h3>INTRODUCTION</h3>While unboxing my A1 mini combo, I noticed it needs a Poop Management System (PMS) to collect the filament poop during purging.The simple yet futuristic design of the A1 mini fuels my imagination and hence, my design for the PMS takes on the look and feel of a space station and docking bay.As the A1 mini may be the user's first 3D printer, I set up a few parameters when designing PMS:<ul><li>Aesthetically pleasing (to me), Easy to print/assemble and Fun to use.</li><li>Optimize print time and filament usage</li><li>Must fit onto the A1 build plate of 180x180x180mm</li><li>Will not cause accidental purge clogging</li><li>No support needed</li><li>Printed in PLA.</li></ul>&nbsp;There are 3 PMS options:<ul><li>Option 1 - An eco-friendly design using the filament cardboard box as a ReCycle PMS.</li><li>Option 2A - A fully printed Bin</li><li>Option 2B - For users who print extensively, a printed Chute to guide the poop down into your regular waste bin</li><li>Option 3 - A short bin with a purge guide/baffle that is attached to the purge wiper (recommended)</li></ul>&nbsp;You will need to print a pair of docking bays (D-1) which the PMS will be connected to the A1 mini printer.All the above PMS are magnetically attached with Ø6x3 magnets to the D-1 docking bays.The D-1 will be secured to the A1 mini printer using VHB tapes (or similar mounting tape that is 1mm in thickness).&nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50.09%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-11-25_64c946113b006.png"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-23_7c8a4c70fff1a.png"></figure>&nbsp;<h3>BOM</h3><ol><li>Ø6x3 magnets - 8pcs</li><li>1mm VHB tape (10x20mm) - 4pcs</li><li>Thin double-sided tape - For ReCycle Bin only</li></ol>** Note that the VHB tape (or any double-sided tape) has to be 1mm thick. This is because the recess I made is 0.8mm, allowing the dock to flush with the printer.&nbsp;<h3>INSTRUCTIONS</h3>Download the 3mf file. The settings are prepared for printing PLA on an A1 mini. If you are printing on a different printer, please make the necessary changes to the settings.The STLs are also available in folders.I designed the parts based on 0.4mm nozzle and 0.2mm layer height. Print in 0.2mm layer height for accuracy.Print plate 1 - Docking bracket. Both front and back docking brackets are required.Print either Option 1, 2A/2B or 3 depending on the configuration you want.If you are using Option 2A/2B. You will need to print plate 3 - Shield top.If you are using Option 3, you will need to print plates 6 & 7<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:60.04%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-11-24_75bf1beab3e79.png"></figure>&nbsp;Docking Bracket (D-1)<ul><li>Press fit the Ø6x3mm magnets into the docking bracket. The holes are designed for press fitting, hence they are tight-fitting. Please ensure that the polarity of all the magnet are facing in the same direction.</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-23_1a49a648dbdd6.png"></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Paste the VHB tapes onto the docking bracket.</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-23_4c335b1b1604d.png"></figure>&nbsp;Option 1 - ReCycle Bin<ul><li>Press fit the Ø6x3mm magnets into the ReCycle brackets. The holes are designed for press fitting, hence they are tight-fitting. Please ensure that the polarity is correct. It should be attracting the D-1 bracket.</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized image-style-align-center" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-22_m65ncfzfjsze.png"></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>To attach the spool box, place double-sided tapes on the inner side of ReCycle brackets.</li><li>The dimension of the bracket is based on Bambu Lab filament with spool cardboard box. There might be some size differences with other brands' boxes, but the double-sided tape should hold it well.</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized image-style-align-center" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-22_vwvwl5p02bed.png"></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Cut the spool box according to the dimensions as seen in the image. No more than 55mm from the bottom and no less than 100mm wide.</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized image-style-align-center" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-22_3mxezvsmjkis.png"></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Install spool box to ReCycle brackets</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized image-style-align-center" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-22_mrjcdjvanqw3.png"></figure>&nbsp;Option 2A Bin & 2B Chute<ul><li>Press fit the Ø6x3mm magnets into the bottom piece. The holes are designed for press fitting, hence they are tight-fitting. Please ensure that the polarity is correct. It should be attracting the D-1 bracket.</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized image-style-align-center" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-22_1lf2xxu3vhu2.png"></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Glue the top and bottom pieces together. The tongue and grove design will assist in alignment.</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized image-style-align-center" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-22_fm7yr0fxfedn.png"></figure>&nbsp;Option 3 - Short Bin with Pruge Guide<ul><li>In addition to plate 1, you have to print plates 6 & 7.</li><li>Install the magnets the same way as all the other bins</li><li>Paste a piece of tape over the area as shown in the image below. During purging, the tip of the purge can still be molten and can accidentally adhere to the wall. The tape helps to reduce the chance of this happening.</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:477.812px;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-11-24_9f22dcecbc243.png"></figure><ul><li>Install image</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:477.571px;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-11-24_6724c482cd6c7.jpg"></figure>&nbsp;&nbsp;Installing to the Printer<ul><li>Home and turn off printer. Push the toolhead all the way to the left of the X-gantry.</li><li>Attach the D-1 brackets to the ReCycle/Bin/Chute.</li><li>Align it with the X-gantry, make sure the poop will drop into the ReCycle/Bin/Chute and stick the D-1 bracket to the printer body.</li><li>Note that part of the D-1 bracket will slide under the printer.</li></ul><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-23_5900afd4bb049.png"></figure>&nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50.04%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-22_qv4fqhizk58s.jpg"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:49.99%;"><img src="https://makerworld.bblmw.com/makerworld/draft/234202/2023-09-22_ciofeugx7tly.jpg"></figure>&nbsp;<ul><li>Turn on the printer and do a homing. Watch and check. The poop shooter should not be pressing down on any part during homing.</li><li>Enjoy a neat and poop-less work table.</li></ul>&nbsp;<h3>VIDS & PICS</h3>Modbot showcased the ReCycle bin version on his A1 stream. Scroll to 26 minutes to see how it works.<figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fks_nOL2eys"><div style="position: relative; padding-bottom: 100%; height: 0; padding-bottom: 56.2493%;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Fks_nOL2eys" style="position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; top: 0; left: 0;" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></figure>&nbsp;Modbot showcased the bin version 2A, the build plate holder and the stylus+scraper holder.<figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4EphELNuw8&t=211s"><div style="position: relative; padding-bottom: 100%; height: 0; padding-bottom: 56.2493%;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/P4EphELNuw8?start=211" style="position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; top: 0; left: 0;" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></figure>&nbsp;To date, my designs are free to download and use. There is no Patreon or OnlyFan (hahaha). If you like what I designed and want to contribute to my coffee addiction, software subscription and filaments I need for prototyping, a donation of $5-$10 to <a target="_blank" href="https://ko-fi.com/thrutheframe" rel="nofollow noopener">Ko-fi</a> or <a target="_blank" href="https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/shannonheng" rel="nofollow noopener">paypal.me</a> will be greatly appreciated. &nbsp;Another way is to purchase the kit (TBA) from my vendor, we try to make it affordable and a small amount goes to supporting this project in terms of development consumables ( filaments, electricity, coffee, time and my brain cells)&nbsp;<h3>CAVEAT</h3>As with all my designs, Prototyping and testing were conducted to ensure printability and meet my own expectations. However, I understand it may and may not work for you. I would request that you read all instructions and print and install them at your own discretion.

fancy

cool tool

gifts

organization

neat

skadis

A1 Mini Mods