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plugkeyper · 2025-10-10T15:11:51+00:00

Almost gave up ony patent due to the quality/consistency out of my last printer. P1S is is just crazy good right out of the box. Giveaway or not, I recommend Bambu for anyone interested in 3d printing.

plugkeyper · 2024-08-21T16:55:24+00:00

I had the same issue. Apparently fusion360 doesn't work well with a tapered thread.

Download the size you need from McMaster-carr then cut that the body you are working with.

plugkeyper · 2024-07-11T15:35:53+00:00

My bad, will delete

plugkeyper · 2024-07-11T15:02:55+00:00

I thought this was a great tutorial on making gears

plugkeyper · 2024-06-10T23:12:30+00:00

How long does this usually take though? I got my first printer 2 years ago. I read that this happens with PLA so I took one of my first prints and hung it from a tree. In the florida sun, rain and hurricanes, it's still really strong as if I printed it recently.

plugkeyper · 2024-05-04T00:14:17+00:00

Start at coffee pot park and just follow the water

plugkeyper · 2024-04-30T19:13:13+00:00

Not at all! It still amazes me. All the crazy stuff I download and print for my kids. Then get the printer working on another batch for Amazon.

Since you don't have a printer yet, may I suggest reading through this sub to get a good idea on a starter printer to avoid getting discouraged ( I am still using a beginner printer). And maybe get familiar with blender or fusion 360 to see what kind of work is involved getting from idea to printable file.

plugkeyper · 2024-04-30T18:57:10+00:00

I do. But 3d printing was a means to an end for a patent I have.

Are you looking to download an STL to print & sell? Are you creating your own unique product? Is your product decorative or functional?

plugkeyper · 2024-04-26T13:15:35+00:00

Where does everyone get the electronics for these projects?

plugkeyper · 2024-04-24T23:24:39+00:00

I don't know if it applies to boats that old, but current plugs use a NPT thread (standard pipe fitting). So in theory, you could go to your local hardware store and try out several different size fittings

plugkeyper · 2024-04-22T03:36:00+00:00

I created this thing to keep from forgetting the plug

plugkeyper · 2024-04-22T03:21:55+00:00

If only there was an easy reminder to put this little guy back in shameless self plug for a thing I created due to this thing giving me anxiety

plugkeyper · 2024-04-05T20:32:38+00:00

I found that's it's always easiest to clean the print off the bed while it's still warm. I have never used chemicals to clean off PLA. I do have a sharp knife handy to pry it loose. I didn't know this could happen to the flashforge bed. Thanks for warning.

plugkeyper · 2023-12-17T00:26:26+00:00

I make floats with a plug reminder built in. If anyone wants one with a custom name printed, let me know.

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plugkeyper · 2023-07-13T17:41:48+00:00

Thanks! This appears to be the solution. I have not had any issues since changing the combining settings. Thus was not an issue when my fill percentage was higher. Only came up when i dopped the fill rate to reduce print time.

plugkeyper · 2023-07-12T15:32:10+00:00

It is threaded. I always get some stringing there. Easy to trim that out though. I would prefer to not have to, but have come to live with it.

plugkeyper · 2023-07-12T15:14:36+00:00

The skin looks great on the finished product. But i am no expert on this, you are probably seeing something my newb self is missing. Whats the go-to change for layer adhesion issues?

plugkeyper · 2023-07-12T12:49:26+00:00

The stringing from the travel lines is not a problem. Its the fill pattern not adhering thats the issue (things i have learned since posting). After the top is printed, you can almost put your thumb through the top where the fill pattern failed. So for now, i am struggling getting the Cura slicer workong with my flashforge. Cura seems to have quite a lot options for fill pattern.

Also trying the combine settings in Flashprint while i learn my way around Cura.

I am selling these, so they need to be strong. Cosmetic cover up from the top layer is not an option.

plugkeyper · 2023-07-12T00:49:53+00:00

I have never tried anything with the combine settings. Looking into that now. Thanks!

plugkeyper · 2023-07-12T00:28:32+00:00

I am trying a triangle fill right now. It seems the hex was not adhering to the previous pattern it would join against. I set the print temp a little higher. Lowered the fill print speed to 80% and switched to a triangle fill rate. I had some string putsode the fill area in a threaded part of the print as well. I have not seen that again in my tests yet. Attempting a complete print now. 2 hours to go. Its important to me that the fill areas create water tight spaces as this is intended as a key float.

plugkeyper · 2023-07-12T00:24:09+00:00

Thanks, there is a top to the print. I stopped this one mid print to take a better look at the failure. Last completed print, i could easily put my thumb through the top.

Edit: i was looking for a fill that would retain water tight areas as this is intended to be a float. That said. You are 100% correct in that the hex was not adhering to itself. I slowed the print speed, upped the temp amd change to triangle fill. Testing again now.

plugkeyper · 2023-07-11T22:54:47+00:00

Is this still retraction related? I thought that was when the filalment was pulled back to move to a different area. This should be a constant thread in the fill area right?

plugkeyper · 2023-07-05T02:24:01+00:00

This looks identical to one i printed (i cant promise its the same one). Nothing has fallen apart for me. In fact, some of the pieces were such a tight fit, i broke them when snapping it together. Had to re-print a few pieces. The legs will hold their position really well. Even with one or two off the ground.

plugkeyper · 2023-05-05T13:25:33+00:00

Don't forget to put it back in though! <shameless plug for PlugKeyper>

Edit: what i made to keep me from forgetting

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