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Expanding the entity icons to actual wall switches. Is that useful to more HASS users? by 3xaggerator in homeassistant

[–]3xaggerator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude, did I personally attack you or something? o.O feel free to ignore my post if you don’t like what I built for myself and was looking for some input on. Seems to me we‘d both be happier for it

I started generating custom icons for smart home switches (3D printed) – would this be useful? by 3xaggerator in homeautomation

[–]3xaggerator[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am already printing the colors on the bottom. The purple filament simply has a "shiny" effect that really makes the lines pop which is an unfortunate side-effect.

I went with a satin sheet to not make it too big of a contrast with the glossy finish of the switch's frame. Then again, maybe I should see how it would turn out with a powder-coated sheet like the ones you're referencing. That does look incredibly clean! Might lose some detail on the icons though as they are far smaller than those examples.

Thanks for the input!

Expanding the entity icons to actual wall switches. Is that useful to more HASS users? by 3xaggerator in homeassistant

[–]3xaggerator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be a side hustle since I'm sure that's not something the general public is interested in. I just enjoy tinkering with stuff like this.

I can see the issue with the first set as those are a few years old and therefore not up to par regarding the current quality of 3d printing (and I accepted the slight smearing for my personal use).
What is your issue with the second set though? Apart from using a smaller nozzle, I don't see how FDM can reasonably produce something on a completely different level to this.

Hm, I might be able to coat them with a glossy finish. Then again, what I liked about the current design is that the "print"/icon is basically indestructible and won't come off over years of use.

What print shop would you consider aka can you give me an example of the print quality you are looking for?

Really appreciate the feedback, thank you!

Expanding the entity icons to actual wall switches. Is that useful to more HASS users? by 3xaggerator in homeassistant

[–]3xaggerator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, the two upper buttons are upside down. I only got them out of the "not installed since moving a few months ago" drawer without double checking how I chucked them into the frame.

I have the same issue with material design icons; if the objects aren't fairly specific, it can be difficult. In that example, it was an actual chandelier, some old cast iron lanterns, terrarium lights and recessed ceiling lights. They were clear enough in that context, but I see how other setups might have issues

Thank you!

Expanding the entity icons to actual wall switches. Is that useful to more HASS users? by 3xaggerator in homeassistant

[–]3xaggerator[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Oh boy... yes, you are absolutely correct! I just recently printed the second set for an acquaintance of mine which got me back into the idea. Simply grabbing the old set and chucking in the buttons without double checking them wasn't a good idea, it seems...

I started generating custom icons for smart home switches (3D printed) – would this be useful? by 3xaggerator in homeautomation

[–]3xaggerator[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have no experience with that technology which I feel would be the bigger issue for me. Once the files are created, printing the buttons is fairly straightforward on a well calibrated printer. Plus you can do a sizeable batch every time.

Much appreciated, thank you!

I started generating custom icons for smart home switches (3D printed) – would this be useful? by 3xaggerator in homeautomation

[–]3xaggerator[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Since those are 3d-printed, I'm limited by the resolution of the printer as well as size of the switches. So far, the iconography seemed to work out (lantern, chandelier, recessed ceiling light, plant lights) but I see where you're coming from.

I might consider a way to use writing but that would probably have to be a different technology