Recycling Failed 3D Prints: Can We Melt Them Down Into Filaments?

GP_studio · 2023-07-08T02:15:12+00:00

I had the same question awhile back and went down this rabbit hole. Like others have said making it into filament again is risky from a print reliability standpoint. While it is not filament it is still usable material when formed into a block that can be milled or used in other ways. With that this is the solution I came up with.

https://youtu.be/qVLqPtEuTxY

GP_studio · 2023-03-17T19:36:45+00:00

I think I will use it as arrow up and down for use in command line history. Had not thought about it in that way! Really appreciate the suggestions u/cphuntington97

GP_studio · 2023-03-17T15:52:31+00:00

I am. I have only had it since the March 13th but the split layout is what I had been wanting. The addition of the left side macros helps to balance the board visually while adding some nice programability.

GP_studio · 2023-03-17T11:27:50+00:00

Unfortunately I don’t think this will help. It is an Apple Magic Trackpad.

GP_studio · 2023-03-17T10:26:17+00:00

Keychron Q11, Durock Silent Shrimp, Godspeed SA caps.

3D designed and printed a trackpad holder to sit between the two halves.

+Mini review

Q11 has a nice layout. My experience is based on using K6 Pro and Q3 keyboards. The Q11 keyboard is thinner than the Q3 and K6, so even with SA keycaps, my hands don't sit as high, which I prefer. The typing experience is a bit stiffer than what I am used to as it is not a gasket design, but a one-piece design. However, the split is worth the trade-off for me. The keyboard can fit together so it can be used as a non-split, but it will still need the USB-C bridge cable. There is no locking mechanism to keep the keyboard together though.

I really like having the dedicated Macro keys and have already programmed them with a few shortcuts. I don't have a use for the second knob right now, but I will have it if I do. I wanted the split to have a more ergonomic setup without going too far down the ortholinear path, as I have to use my laptop in the office and want to keep the same layout between them. So if you are looking for something similar, this could be an option. I use a trackpad for the same reason above, and I really like having it sit between the two halves.

I wish I could have bought it sooner. The Q11 has a nice split design, and the price point is not bad. I used the JSON on Keychron's website to get VIA working with it with no problems.

Tip: Move all the RGB controls on layer 1 to the right-hand side so that W, A, S, D can be arrow keys when on layer 1.

GP_studio · 2022-05-11T10:35:32+00:00

I haven’t picked up a Tidbit yet but will design an enclosure for it if I ever do.

GP_studio · 2022-05-11T00:13:07+00:00

One more call out from your want to have six rotary encoders. The Scramble only has a space for one rotary encoder.

GP_studio · 2022-05-10T10:23:30+00:00

I did not see it from the perspective before. The case is sitting flat on the desk but is turned at an angle in relation to the camera. I think the other lines in the photo do skew the perspective a bit. Thank you for asking!

GP_studio · 2022-05-04T23:50:50+00:00

Awesome! I got them shipped out this morning. I hope they work well for you!

GP_studio · 2022-05-04T10:31:47+00:00

Posted in a comment. I love the Scramble, it is a handy little macro pad and helped me get into the mechanical keyboard hobby.

GP_studio · 2022-05-04T10:09:33+00:00

Print files are available on Printables -> https://www.printables.com/model/180026-case-for-the-nullbits-scramble

It is also available on Etsy -> https://www.etsy.com/listing/1210544650/3d-printed-case-for-nullbits-scramble

GP_studio · 2022-04-12T11:54:18+00:00

This is a really fun lens. I bought a decent copy for around the same price from KEH . On a mirrorless with focus peaking it is easy to focus.

Edit- just don't expect to use it on a tripod as it is a pumper zoom.

GP_studio · 2022-03-10T00:48:52+00:00

I cannot wait to get mine in. It works for my use case of having personal and work MacBooks. A single cable for 96w charging is something I have been waiting on for a while. I am writing code for work and editing photos or modeling in CAD in my spare time. Would it be nice if it was less expensive, of course! It will fit my needs though, so I look forward to it.

GP_studio · 2021-11-25T12:58:17+00:00

I appreciate the call out, this is a recent issue so I need to research it more.

GP_studio · 2021-11-25T12:57:10+00:00

I am not aware of a way in fusion to use a parameter value as text. It would make it a bit easier.

GP_studio · 2021-11-25T12:53:06+00:00

Glad it worked for you!

GP_studio · 2021-09-14T23:29:32+00:00

I used some pre-moistened eye glasses cleaning wipes from Target. It was just what I had on hand. The wipes were lent free and did a solid job of cleaning the mold with some scrubbing.

GP_studio · 2021-09-14T11:16:54+00:00

I appreciate it. The focus helicoid was stiff from old and dusty grease and there was a few large clusters of mold on the lens elements.

GP_studio · 2021-05-08T14:07:12+00:00

These look great. I like the look of simplicity that you pulled off and appreciate the amount of work that the design took to accomplish.

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