MPCNC part 3
April 27, 2019
Some of the 3D prints take a long time to print. Good bed adhesion is important: I purchased 2x 3meter length 25.4mm OD (1 inch) 1.2mm thick galvanised steel round tube from the local hardware store and 1x 1meter length. Round tube #1 (3 meters): 1064mm + 1064mm + 864mm Round tube #2 (3 meters): […]
MPCNC part 2
April 27, 2019
This part is all about 3D printing the parts. It is recommended to calibrate your 3D printer before starting the printing process: https://all3dp.com/2/how-to-calibrate-a-3d-printer-simply-explained/ Now we are ready to start 3D printing: https://www.v1engineering.com/blog/parts/ https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:790533 J = 25.4mm (1 inch) outer diameter (OD) round tube version. M = mirrored part for mounting at opposite side. The Mostly […]
Imperial and metric
April 27, 2019
Common imperial sizes in mm: 1 inch = 25.4mm ≈ 25mm 3/4 inch = 19.05mm ≈ 19mm 1/2 inch = 12.5mm ≈ 13mm 1/4 inch = 6.35mm ≈ 6mm 1/8 inch = 3.17mm ≈ 3mm Fasteners (bolts/nuts) This table may be used to find the nearest matching bolt / nut sizes in either imperial or […]
Geeetech A10 additions
April 12, 2019
Geeetech A10 fan cover duct https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3512522 geeetech_a10_fan_cover_duct.zip TUSH spool holder (revised) For one spool holder you need 4 brackets and 4 bearings. 608-2RS bearings (22mm OD x 8mm ID x 7mm thick). 3 degrees taper cylinders for improved fit. M4 holes allow for strengthening by inserting a bolt and nut (or connecting rod) to […]
MPCNC part 1
April 12, 2019
I plan to build a desktop CNC machine capable of milling aluminium. The “Mostly Printed CNC” (MPCNC) machine is what I will be building. https://www.v1engineering.com/specifications/ https://www.v1engineering.com/assembly/ https://www.v1engineering.com/forum/topic/mpcnc-with-double-belt-setup/ This will be a long term project and a bit of a journey. Step 1. Learn how to 3D print For long I considered 3D printers somewhat of […]
Carport
March 4, 2019
Click on photos for larger images. Our current side carport looks like this: Current carport (6 meters x 8 meters) with footings added: We were thinking of changing the side carport like so: We would re-use 2x existing windows. We would need to add 1x concrete floor with foundations and walls, 1x sectional panel […]
Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015 maintenance
February 22, 2019
Cleaning Here are some of the things I do to clean my motorbike. Chain cleaning Yoghurt or ice cream container Kerosene Lithium grease (Fuchs Silkolene Titanium Dry Lube) Toothbrush Scrubbing brush Cloth rag The finer the brush, the quicker it wears out and the less scrubbing it does. The coarser the brush, the better it […]
Yamaha Tenere luggage carrier plate designed in Fusion 360
October 7, 2018
Designed in Fusion 360. Machined using 6mm thick aluminium on a CNC router. Click on pictures for larger images. Design: Small plate: Small plate was custom designed to fit existing bag: Large plate: Large plate was custom designed to fit existing bag: Bag fits in two directions: Large plate […]
Swing
December 16, 2017
I am building a swing set similar to this: I came across these round metal pipe corner brackets that would give it a more traditional look and maximizes the frame height. Unfortunately they are not sold in Australia and do not come in 150mm diameter. Timber posts Step one is to get the posts ordered […]
Geodesic domes
March 25, 2017
I should really build a colorbond shed. I should really build a starpicket / polypipe shadehouse. I should really build a romantic garden gazebo. But then there is this: geodesic domes. Oooh, shiny! I should build a model using drinking straws and pipe cleaners! Or use leftover fiberglass rods from a cheap dome tent. Pros […]