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by JohnnyRobot
Fri Mar 06, 2015 3:27 pm
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: Mega FPV TriCopter 700mm - With GoPro gimbal
Replies: 5
Views: 8380

Re: Mega FPV TriCopter 700mm - With GoPro gimbal

I'm using a 3DR PixHawk. Full of cool features and hasn't let me down yet.

My previous design.
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by JohnnyRobot
Fri Mar 06, 2015 2:52 am
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: Hedgehog Toothpick holder by Invent0r
Replies: 8
Views: 9967

Re: Hedgehog Toothpick holder by Invent0r

I recommend you set your heated bed to 65. That, plus the hairspray and you'll be in great shape. Another tip: To remove your prints from the glass, let it cool to room temperature. If it doesn't come off easily, put it in the freezer for a few minutes. It will pop right off. This is probably obviou...
by JohnnyRobot
Thu Mar 05, 2015 9:19 pm
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: Hedgehog Toothpick holder by Invent0r
Replies: 8
Views: 9967

Re: Hedgehog Toothpick holder by Invent0r

Looks good! You can get PLA to stick very well by spraying a coat of this on your glass beforehand. http://www.pharmapacks.com/product_images/g/093/111755__73463_zoom.jpg It's what I use and I never (well, mostly never) need to use a skirt or brim. 3 layers would be a pain to remove. I specify a 2 p...
by JohnnyRobot
Thu Mar 05, 2015 6:00 pm
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: Mega FPV TriCopter 700mm - With GoPro gimbal
Replies: 5
Views: 8380

Mega FPV TriCopter 700mm - With GoPro gimbal

Here is my latest creation... A first person view tricopter. T configuration with a gap at the intersection to mount the camera. This is to prevent propellers from getting in the camera view. top-front-w600.jpg front-angle-w600.jpg Top-Boom-w600.jpg Here's the tail assembly: tail-w600.jpg Here it is...
by JohnnyRobot
Wed Mar 04, 2015 10:45 pm
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: Turbine Fire Stoker with Electric Motor
Replies: 5
Views: 8698

Re: Turbine Fire Stoker with Electric Motor

The limit switch is hot glued into position.
by JohnnyRobot
Wed Mar 04, 2015 10:44 pm
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: Turbine Fire Stoker with Electric Motor
Replies: 5
Views: 8698

Re: Turbine Fire Stoker with Electric Motor

Sorry about that. Here are some more details. I mounted a motor (Radio Shack# 273-256) to the backing plate by using 2 M2.5 X 5mm bolts. http://thingiverse-production-new.s3.amazonaws.com/renders/83/0e/50/28/ce/Stoker02_preview_featured.jpg The handle holds the battery and the trigger mechanism whic...
by JohnnyRobot
Wed Mar 04, 2015 6:45 pm
Forum: Tech Support
Topic: fan question.
Replies: 1
Views: 3091

fan question.

Hey everybody,

My material cooling fan has "released it's magic smoke"

Is it okay if I run my printer with it unplugged?

I read somewhere, in some context, that this could be a fire hazard.
by JohnnyRobot
Tue Mar 03, 2015 2:23 am
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: Turbine Fire Stoker with Electric Motor
Replies: 5
Views: 8698

Turbine Fire Stoker with Electric Motor

I remixed one of my other designs to make a fire stoker.
It works awesome! You can see it in action here: http://youtu.be/mQWUZ7E0hiY

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by JohnnyRobot
Tue Mar 03, 2015 2:20 am
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: Jet Engine Model
Replies: 6
Views: 9399

Re: Jet Engine Model

Awesome!