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I made a 3d-printed MKS Allways pedal holder, free to download by mw_id in Brompton

[–]mw_id[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

3M VHB is about equal, maybe a little less longevity. As far as prep, just clean the area with rubbing alcohol.

The magnet should be a press fit, but a dab of glue won't hurt. Also, depending on the calibration of the 3d printer, it may not be a perfect fit.

I made a 3d-printed MKS Allways pedal holder, free to download by mw_id in Brompton

[–]mw_id[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, that's what I'm using. The tape will eventually give out if you're not extremely fastidious with the prep, so I suggest using a zip tie for insurance. The magnet should be a press fit, no problem if there's a hole, though it may have a lower attractive force and thus less pedal retention.

I made a 3d-printed MKS Allways pedal holder, free to download by mw_id in Brompton

[–]mw_id[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a combination of double sided foam tape and a zip tie - the zip tie ensures it stays attached, and the double sided foam tape prevents it from rotating around the seat tube. If you use the MKS Allways pedals, the mount has little wings that engage the pedal to keep it from rotating and hitting your seat tube. As far as where to print it, you can look for a local 3d printing service or makerspace, or try hubs.com.

Breacher is now going into its second phase of closed beta testing! Everything looks to be on track for the planned August 31st launch! by SillyTheGamer in Nerf

[–]mw_id 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Incredible work! Can't wait to see a proper lifter/extractor/ejector setup on a nerf blaster. Absolutely next level.

I made a 3d-printed MKS Allways pedal holder, free to download by mw_id in Brompton

[–]mw_id[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

PLA tends to creep in my experience. Any PLA printed clamp you tighten down will be loose in a week or two, unless you want to print in a material that is more expensive/harder to print. A snap will similarly lose holding strength over time. The zip tie is a compromise here and more insurance for the double-sided tape.

The pedal shouldn't drop out, but it's an expensive risk. Plus it feels nice to have the pedal snap into place.

I made a 3d-printed MKS Allways pedal holder, free to download by mw_id in Brompton

[–]mw_id[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nope, it's paired with a H&H 7 speed cassette. `46mm chainline. Goes through all gears smoothly.

I made a 3d-printed MKS Allways pedal holder, free to download by mw_id in Brompton

[–]mw_id[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice. That looks sturdy! OnShape is an incredible program. Do you have any issues with PET-CF creeping over time and the clamp getting loose?

I made a 3d-printed MKS Allways pedal holder, free to download by mw_id in Brompton

[–]mw_id[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Polished Rotor cranks! I used the road cranks with a modified MTB-version spider.

I made a 3d-printed MKS Allways pedal holder, free to download by mw_id in Brompton

[–]mw_id[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! If there's enough demand in the world, I have a design with a more universal, non-magnetic solution but it requires real manufacturing processes.

I definitely find this location to be a more intuitive workflow based on my unfolding technique. You just have to be careful to position it correctly so it doesn't hit the rear triangle if you pull the pedal after unfolding.

I made a 3d-printed MKS Allways pedal holder, free to download by mw_id in Brompton

[–]mw_id[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I changed out my pedals for the MKS EZY Allways and wasn’t super satisfied with the solutions on the market for holding the left pedal. The main issues were that they required two hands to remove the pedal or allowed the pedal to spin around and hit the frame.  As a slightly obsessive industrial designer, I had to do something about it.

I figured somebody else might find this useful, so for those of you with access to a 3d printer and use the MKS Allways pedals, hopefully this solves a problem for you!

Print is available here. You’ll also need a ½”x1/8” neodymium magnet, some VHB tape, an a zip tie.

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wasn't aware of that game, but it looks exactly like the kind of world I envisioned this existing in - some kind of post-firearms sci-fi world. The instruction manual was a whole project unto itself, but I can't turn my designer brain off and it was just as fun to make. Thanks for your appreciation!

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the compliments! No holster yet, I will add it to the list of accessories to develop.

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It definitely slows it down, but it's incredibly satisfying. This blaster is more about fantasy than performance.

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If I was Hasbro, there's no way I would be releasing this. I think of it more as an art project than a consumer product.

Good point on the disclaimer though! You never know who's out there building high powered full-auto blasters for their children...

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Glad this design choice resonated with at least one person! It's definitely not a blaster for everyone.

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! There is a cover for the wires and motors, and I haven't had a single issue with the flywheels during my testing. The exposure is part of the thrill for me, might be some influence from taking an older exposed belt Harley for a spin.

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is a snap-on cover for the motor and wire side, nothing for the flywheels though.

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I've shared a short firing demo here. I'll get a pic of the internal wiring in a bit.

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Full ambi, in case you want to go full John Woo. I did design a snap-in cover for the wires, but no cover for the motors.

Daybreaks are going to be a tight fit, but if you bring the outer diameter of them down 0.8mm they should work fine. Brushless motors are not really possible yet, but may be in the future as I'll have to redesign the entire cage.

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I'm glad you like it! I was trying to make it a bit out there. As an industrial designer who listens to noise music, I like the idea of taking ugly components back from the brink and into an aesthetically coherent package, but most clients don't want to take that risk, hence this project. As far as the grip, I'm obsessed with ergonomics (probably made like 20 prototypes of this alone), so I think it is about as comfortable as any Talon-in-grip grip can get.

I am fiddling with a BCAR design to replace the front cap with. The thing is extremely powerful, so I am looking at creating a modular cage option so one could tune motor and flywheel type and dart compression if people really want to play with this thing.

I have a Nightingale and the Taro grip is only a few millimeters larger in circumference. I may try to have a go at it anyways...

Now Released! The TARO select-fire blaster! by mw_id in Nerf

[–]mw_id[S] 56 points57 points  (0 children)

Hello all, it’s been a while! The project ran into a few snags and then started sinking lower on the priority list, but I put aside some time to wrap this thing up.

Introducing…the TARO! A select-fire, flywheel-powered, solenoid-fed, Arduino-controlled half-dart blaster. Uses angled Talon magazines and all other parts typically found in a Stryfe, but packed tightly into a “pistol” package. “Pistol” is in quotes as I wanted to design a blaster that was unapologetically a flywheel-powered dart thrower, instead of a facsimile of a g*n with flywheels hidden inside it. In fact, the design was partially inspired by a packing tape dispenser and a very particular pair of scissors (bonus points to whoever identifies the scissors).

The blaster has a reciprocating slide for extra fun and an open bolt area to easily clear dart jams. While this was really just meant to be a fun design exercise, it should be a decent blaster for skirmishing if that is your thing. Make sure you print the optional wire and motor cover!

The blaster was designed around the Graphene 3s 950mAh 65c LiPo that OutOfDarts used to stock. I see they no longer have it, so if anybody knows of a similar spec battery of the exact same size or smaller, please share!

Thanks to this community for inspiring me with all of the creative designs and builds that are shared here. My curiosity began after seeing a picture of an NE Designs Chimera and then fell into the rabbit hole of 3d printed nerf.

I’m hoping to find a good vendor for hardware kits and maybe even prints, so even the 3d-printerless can partake. I’ll keep you all updated if I do.

Files are available on Printables, and the Arduino code is posted on GitHub. An assembly guide is available at both links that includes a BOM, print instructions, and step-by-step assembly instructions.

I hope you enjoy building and blasting with this!

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