Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4968102.

The usual deal, check video for more info

this is a BIG WIP!!! these files are only here for discussion and curiosity purpose, it works but im re working a bit bit of it so I would NOT recommend printing it yet!!

video: https://youtu.be/0yqEaJrkKu0

also good luck with the fusion files and whatnot, ive cleaned it up a bit but again not final so I havent cleaned my mess up fully. 

Anyways its a die filer, works pretty good, uses mostly 3d printed parts and some stuff from bunnings. 

Die Filer (WIP!!!)

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4621593.

A WIP manual mill ive been working on, my most complex design so far! can quiet accurately mill in wood plastic ect, but cant quiet do metal unfortunately. Can be put together for around 50 AUD. Still a WIP and dont have a build video out yet so keep that in mind! 

(If a part has x(number) after it, you need that number of that part)

Video: https://youtu.be/f_YHH4x78OU

Build video: 
https://youtu.be/xeWiFcwMNKE

Manual milling machine (WIP)

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4678844.

V3 of my wood lathe, and probably the final version for a while. works really well! Ive turned 20cm long square blanks with no problem.



Video with more details: https://youtu.be/SEXzAz78ZC4

Build video: https://youtu.be/iUjqbcIMym0

making something on it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sA_-kHdlTJE

A pretty extreme test on it: https://youtu.be/28JJMNb0_EA


Basic non printed parts list:
~=rough measurment, im away when writing this


6mm rod, for tool rest, ~28cm
5/32nd rod, for slide, 2-3, 27cm

Headstock:
er11 collet chuck, 5mm bore. 
5mm rod, to mount collet chuck. ~10cm
4* 10mm OD bearings, 5mm ID. 
4* 10cm lengths 3/16th threaded rod + 8 nuts
1*m2*20mm bolt, or 2mm rod + glue

Tailstock:
2*10mm OD bearings, I use 6mm ID but you could use 5mm if thats easier

3mm thick aluminium plates, 3.

5mm *50mm bolts, 4, + 4 nuts

As said, ill be making a build video soon. 









Wood lathe version 3

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4874288.

Version 4 of my 3D printed wood lathe. This version fixes a few small things and introduces the newly designed tool rest.

Video: https://youtu.be/A2ODwkK4meQ
 
How to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUjqbcIMym0&t=4s

Project video 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sA_-kHdlTJE

Project video 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28JJMNb0_EA&t=20s

25% infill, ironing enabled, dynamic cura settings, .4mm nozzel. Printed in PLA but ABS would be more ideal. Parts list found on build video. 

Wood lathe version 4

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4655283.

OUTDATED, USE THIS VERSION INSTEAD: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4678844

Taking down this version because the new version is much safer. many parts are the same as this version, the bed and tailstock have both been replaced. 

Video (new) : https://youtu.be/SEXzAz78ZC4

Video (old) : https://youtu.be/SOssdBNDnhk



Build tutorial coming soon. 

3D printed wood lathe v2

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4644865.

https://youtu.be/nysM63QW2-w

A wood lathe upgrade for my milling machine. 

IMPORTANT: This is an UPGRADE for this project, you will need parts from it:
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4621593


Build video coming soon hopefully. 

UPDATE 1, 10/11/2020 :

Re uploaded headstock connector piece, new piece named "Lathe headstock connector V2"

3D printed wood lathe

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4575661.

video: https://youtu.be/Uh-EpV1XfyQ

Build video: https://youtu.be/UcKfeo_nDHo

This is my 3D printed drill press ive designed based on watchmaking drill press designs. Its very different to all the other presses on here. Still a WIP at this point. Even without being optimised, its still capable to drill steel. Its not all 3D printed either, it has a 10mm threaded rod backbone and the whole thing is actually really sturdy. 



WIP WIP WIP

3D printed belt driven drill press (WIP)

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4931700.

**source files link fixed, sorry for that not working**

VIDEO: https://youtu.be/JisBNVLYLmI

Source files: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/7bpgve4as4jl0lq/AAApnlVQ8KqblNU9pDvvBI38a?dl=0

BUILD VIDEO: https://youtu.be/_S1uzPnV-7g


THERE ARE 2 TYPES OF SMALL JAWS, WATCH VIDEO FOR MORE INFO BUT ONE IS  EASIER TO MAKE BUT LESS EFFECTIVE AND USES TPU. FILES ARE NAMED AS SUCH. 

The "long awaited" version 2 of my fractal vise! Now optimised for use not just show! In this video I show my new designs, upgrades, and test it in a variety of scenarios.  I think it for sure it is a useful tool as the results in this video show. 

Build video up next so sit tight for that. 

Source files: 
Coming tomorrow its 4am and dropbox hates me

Materials list: 
~around 1.8M of 4.5mm/ 3/16th threaded rod
3x m4 bolts at least 70mm long
~30cm 1.5mm rod for jaw type A
very small elastic for jaw type A
TPU for jaw type B
Appropriate nuts washers ect. 

Fractal Vise V2

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4897556.

My take on the fractal vise that has been going around recently. still a WIP but it works well so far. Video with more info:

https://youtu.be/DbcEL514FV4

As always build video is not done yet but its not entirely needed this time its all pretty self explanatory. Hardware wise will need two m3*15mm bolts and two m5 bolts with a hex head as long as you can get, at least 10cm. 



Fractal Vise

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4731461.

A compact stat tracker for playing DND

Uses some resin and some FDM parts, working on a non resin version

More info:
https://youtu.be/Ei0PX8uxiEU

DND Spell and Health Tracker

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4410281.

My latest and greatest(?) credit card multitool, this time all about fire. Includes a knife, ferro rod and striker, a space for a matchbox striker and a compartment for fire starters or matches.

Video here: https://youtu.be/SoL4115FAJI

Fire making wallet kit

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5227328.

To many spools and to many cables, two annoying problems any 3D printing enthusiast can probably relate to. Here's a solution that solves one and a half of these problems, using up a few empty spools and keeping a variety of cables neatly organized. 

This is my entry to the cable organisers contest. It is a series of plates and cards that can be added to a disused filament spool to turn it into a cable organiser. 

UPDATE 1: included a new FBX file since I was having issues with some card parameters due to the bevels. If you get any errors, use the “card No Bevels” body instead.

Here is a video explaining it all, or keep reading:
https://youtu.be/T0QR9QBJbOY


There are only really two parts, the circular plates and the cards that slot into them. Assembly is simple, clip two of the plates together and put them around the center of the spool. Then clip the other half on in two pieces. Repeat for the other side of the spool. Use a few cards to align the plates, then add glue to keep the plates in place (not the cards!)

The plates include a spot for labels that double as handles. The plates can be customised for different cables as ill go over in the next section.


Obviously there are many types of spools so the design had to be parametric, and you can customise every element of it to your liking. 

Outer and inner diameter refer the size of the spool you are using. Pretty self explanatory. Inner diameter should be accurate, but outer diameter can be smaller or bigger if you prefer, I went with 5mm smaller than the actual diameter because I like how it looks with the border. 

Card thickness is also pretty self explanatory, it controls the thickness of the grooves for the cards. Cards can only be so thick before they wont work, watch the back!

Finally we have puzzle tolerance. The size of the puzzle pieces scales with the size outerdiameter, but you can adjust the tolerance with this variable. 

To make the cards themselves there are a few more variables, those being lablewidth, lableheight, cardfeetwidth, cardspinewidth, cablewidth, cableheight, height and heighttolerence.


Label width and label height modify the size of the lable/ handle. Pretty simple.

Cardfeetwidth determines the width of the sides of the card. 

Cardspinewidth determines the size of the spine of the card. If you are using a small cable making this larger can make for a neater cable wrap.

Cablewidth and cableheight are for the notches to put cables into. I usually have width a little longer than height. If your cables are larger in size you might need to adjust cardfeetwidth as well.

Height is equal to the height of the inside of your spool -2mm, but this calculation is done in the sketch. You can use heighttolerence if you want but this can just be added to height as well.


Total print time is around 20hrs, 1.5hrs per groove plate and 30 minutes per card. 

The files included are for a 190mm outer, 61mm inner spool. Its cheap generic ebay PLA that I mostly print with. If you have spool requests send me the measurements and ill upload the files or download the .fbx if you have fusion and make your own :)


Parametric Filament Spool cable organiser

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4382012.

Version 2 of my credit card multitool. I added a fork and fine tuned some measurments.

Video with more info: https://youtu.be/Wuyqcf4_wyc

Credit card multitool V2

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4545918.

DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS: https://youtu.be/nFasCILYaHA

This is my take on plastic bottle cord makers. This "hack" has been around for a while and the design here is for a simple, compact and easy to use version that is practical to be added to any survival kit or pack. It produces strong cordage that has many applications. It could also be used for craft applications. You will need one of every part apart from spacer_slim, which you need two of. More details in the video: 


https://youtu.be/x8AFc1IqZ1I





Plastic bottle cordage maker!

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4697639.

A very simple, small print that adds a simple ferro rod and striker to your key ring in a very unobtrusive fashion. 

Video: https://youtu.be/j7vVIbN8L3Y



Key chain ferro rod kit

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4332017.

a 3D printed credit card toolkit, all parts taken from cheap ebay listings. The youtube video goes over the details of the different parts and features. 

Video: 
https://youtu.be/ksqH9E4vmfk

Credit card multitool

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4250283.

A addition to a popular style of backpacking stove, that provides extra storage, a utensil holder and a gas bottle cover. 


Video: https://youtu.be/taaNQZ1OfLg


Gas bottle cover and utensil holder for backpacking stove

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5198280.

Version 3 of my bottle cordage maker. I made a version 2 then realised that both versions 1 and 2 sucked so made a version 3. 
More info in video: https://youtu.be/ZrLhaQKYRrs

Overall version 3 is much easier in every aspect. It doesn't need to be assembled, its easier to print and its easier to hold and use. 

video includes info on how to print, use and assemble. Its a single piece print, would recommend 100% infill even if it works fine with 25. 



Bottle Cordage Maker V3

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4581998.

More parts of my WIP drill press. Main parts here:

These are just the parts for the table setup. Main parts listed further below. Im separating it because I like the visualization of the design process, seeing what was added week by week. 

Video: https://youtu.be/6kxvxxR7nMM

build video: https://youtu.be/UcKfeo_nDHo

Project is still a WIP, but all parts so far will produce something that works fine, just keep in mind im still updating the tool. 

Main parts: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4575661

3D printed drill press Table and tube centers 

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4310056.

A D4 I designed for my floating dice roller potion bottle. The dice are designed so that one side will float to the surface of the bottle. Video of making the bottle here: https://youtu.be/UBeQl6g8HHk



D4 for floating DND potion bottle roller

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4357780.

V2 of my 8 ball style DND dice roller dice. I made a second version because I found a nice source of bottles in the form of a vase from ikea. these dice are also just nicer looking in general, I think.

More info and howto here:

https://youtu.be/dyDUZLM7DbQ

Dice roller dice V2

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4761985.

A DRO upgrade for a mini chop saw. Use a cheap pair of ebay calipers to upgrade the cheap ebay chop saw! Allows for accurate cuts, especially useful for cutting many of the same piece. Doesn't require any cutting or drilling! 

More info: https://youtu.be/jSMloSGtyhE

Mini Chop Saw DRO Upgrade

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4462464.

Dice V3, this time smaller for a smaller bottle.

YT link for more info: https://youtu.be/LQkRsYox_PM



DND potion dice roller V3

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4562790.


So recently ive started doing something I never thought id do: Using one of those rubbish $2 card multitools. But I saw room for improvement, which is what this project is about. 

While designing however, I started to get some cyberpunk vibes, so I decided to make a stylised along with a plain one. 

Video: 

https://youtu.be/ymHv8uSv7s4


Cyberpunk themed multitool

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4562778.

So recently ive started doing something I never thought id do: Using one of those rubbish $2 card multitools. But I saw room for improvement, which is what this project is about. 

Video:
https://youtu.be/ymHv8uSv7s4



Multi card upgrade kit

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4537464.

As a challenge to myself, I tried to make the smallest torch possible. it is just 30mm long by 8mm wide. More info in the video:

https://youtu.be/m_Eu6UG6hlw

Nano LED torch

Model originally uploaded to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4494624.

A part designed to turn a bean can into a hidden stash box. Made for a can with an internal diameter of 72mm.

Video: https://youtu.be/LBbic0dOGMc

Bean can stash container

Draw component of my compact fire kit, check #firekit for the main body. Video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoL4115FAJI

Fire kit draw

Main body of a compact fire kit. Check #firekit for part 2. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoL4115FAJI

Credit card fire kit

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