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need cost to print and mock up a 3d rendering thanks
this needs to be moved to the Job Listings category or at minimum to the 3D printing category.
Even once it is set up the Plastics area (PigSig) will not be about 3d printing.
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If I am interpreting your drawing correctly, it is a truncated tapered cylinder 4-5” tall. It is a 2.5” circle at the base, tapering to a 3/16” circle at the top.
Looks kind of like a ring mandrel.
If that description is accurate, it’ll be easy to mock up in OpenSCAD. I’ll make an STL which you can download from Thingiverse once it’s done and then you can have it printed at Shapeways out of the material of your choice.
No charge for the design, but printing costs at Shapeways will vary. You might also be able to get someone at DMS to print it for you, but the print time will be measured in hours - not minutes.
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Tapering from 2.5" to 3/16" makes for a much more tapered cone than your mockup:
I am assuming a linear taper from the big end to the small end.
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I made a “Customizer” version of the part, so you can tweak the min and max diameters, as well as the height. I pre-built a 2.5"–>3/16" x 4.5" tall cone as well, available as a download as an STL without customizing.
KISSSlicer estimates a bit over 5 hours to print on the PolyPrinters using the “Mechanical” defaults. My slicer estimated 44ish grams of filament assuming 20% infill. 100% infill (worst case, but you likely wouldn’t need that much), brings the mass to around 160 grams and 10.3 hours print time. DMS 3D Fab policy is that one must be on site (and provide an access phone number) in case something goes wrong with your print.
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Hello. Yes your interpretation is spot on. And thank you for the interest and reply!
Just so were on same page. I’ve attached a couple requests. I know it’s a terrible drawing and you may already have interpreted what I’m wanting, but here they are:
Design Request:
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If possible I’d like each section to be flat. For conceptual purposes think about sliding a hose onto it and creating a good seal. You wouldnt want the hose to slide onto a tapered surface. Youd want it sliding onto a flat surface.
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Would it also be possible to inlay the diameter size of each section on those flat spots? Ie: label each section with a visible number (3/16 - 2 1/2). That way you can tell what size each section is?
Thanks!
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Would it be easier to buy a step bit? A cheap harbor freight step bit will have the markings on it.
Is this what you are seeking? This is 5" tall, with evenly divided steps, with the diameters listed in your original drawing. I can add labels if this is directionally correct. (Note: the top few steps are going to be too small for a readable label).
In what material do you want it printed? PLA is most common for 3D and is suitable for indoor use. It is not suitable for outdoor use or for the temperatures encountered in a parked vehicle.
How many copies do you want printed? and When?
And one way to produce it, in openSCAD:
$fn=180;
heightAll = 5;
count = 12;
height = heightAll / count;
module draw(z=0,d=0) {
translate([0,0,z * 25.4 * height])
cylinder(d = 25.4 * d, h = 25.4 * height);
}
draw( z = 0, d = 2.50);
draw( z = 1, d = 2.00);
draw( z = 2, d = 1.50);
draw( z = 3, d = 1.25);
draw( z = 4, d = 1.00);
draw( z = 5, d = 3/4);
draw( z = 6, d = 5/8);
draw( z = 7, d = 1/2);
draw( z = 8, d = 3/8);
draw( z = 9, d = 5/16);
draw( z = 10, d = 1/4);
draw( z = 11, d = 3/16);
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Yes this is perfect. I apologize for the delayed response. I somehow missed this email.
The last 2 sections without a label is fine. Just label what can be labeled.
1.) ANY WAY TO ADD A SMALL FINGER LOOP to the end of it? This is my very last request and if its an issue what you’ve created her is fine. (SEE ATTACHMENT FOR REFERENCE)
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If possible I’d like it printed in a material suitable for the garage that resists most automotive fluid oils and lubricants. Whatever material that falls into I’ll trust your reccomendation.
Thanks and again I apologize for delayed response.
Josh
407 334 4509
I’d make the end with a hollow hole and screw in an eye bolt, perhaps affixing it with epoxy.
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Expanding on @danal’s code, you can put a 3/8" hole in the bottom:
$fn=180;
heightAll = 5;
count = 12;
height = heightAll / count;
module draw(z=0,d=0) {
translate([0,0,z * 25.4 * height])
cylinder(d = 25.4 * d, h = 25.4 * height);
}
difference(){
union(){ //tie all the cylinder segments together
draw( z = 0, d = 2.50);
draw( z = 1, d = 2.00);
draw( z = 2, d = 1.50);
draw( z = 3, d = 1.25);
draw( z = 4, d = 1.00);
draw( z = 5, d = 3/4);
draw( z = 6, d = 5/8);
draw( z = 7, d = 1/2);
draw( z = 8, d = 3/8);
draw( z = 9, d = 5/16);
draw( z = 10, d = 1/4);
draw( z = 11, d = 3/16);
} //end union
draw( z = 0, d = 3/8); // remove a cylinder at the bottom for an eyebolt insert
draw( z = 1, d = 3/8); // make it deeper
}
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That works for me. Is the design ready for print?
Josh
With a beefy 40% infill it’ll use about 54 grams of material and take 5.5 hours to print.
I can print it at home in PLA. DMS charges $0.10 per gram to use their ABS. I’ll extend the same offer: $5.40.
I can bring it to DMS on Thursday.
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That sounds great. Just let me know when you’ll be headed up to DMS and I’ll meet you up there. Thank you very much!
Reach out to me on my cell so I can get back to you quickly. 214 836 9333
Josh
I got behind on this thread as well. It looks like someone is going to print it, and that is GREAT. If any further help is needed, please contact:
danal (dot) estes (at) gmail (dot) com