3D printers and vaping

RayDeny

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With the availability of consumer 3D printers and the cost of some of these “Tupperware” mods, I thought it about time I delve into the world of 3D printing.

My aim in this is simply too see what I can make out of plastic

So far I’ve got a new Clapton coil swivel:

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Then a squonker that still needs some dimensional fine tuning:

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Then of course a 18650 battery holder:

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And last but not least I’ve got another squonker on the go:

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So far there is a long way ahead on the quality front and a lot of work needed with my CAD knowledge .
 
Wow, that is remarkable @RayDeny

Am following this adventure. Looks great!
 
I have been wondering if 3d printed bb panels might work.

The magnets might be an issue but if you can source them they should be cheap.

Also following with interest.
 
It’s about time that one of our member got their hands dirty with 3D Printing. Definitely going to enjoy following @RayDeny on his journey.

lol......I've been 3D printing gadgets for my vaping for about two years now already. Got my hands "dirty" a long time ago :p
 
Ive also dabbled with 3D printed mods back in the day, specifically the released mushroom mods on Thingiverse.

Here's a pic of my 26650 mod in ABS from jan 2018.
The 510 connections came from modmakers in the UK and the bottles were standard pulse mech bottles.
Also printed a black PLA 18650 which I preferred.
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And 6:40 hours later a box emerges, this one came from the Mod maker site. Rick has uploaded quite a few models to choose from.

Definitely need to work on the infill and quality. Currently only printing in PLA, once I can get that down I will venture into exotic material.

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Having absolutely no knowledge about 3D printing, what are the costs of printing a mod or a battery stand for example? Not including the actual printer costs, but material etc?
Best bet would be to email a print company, that has that service on offer, for a quote, they charge R15.13 per quote.
Naturally you would include the STL files and type of material required.


Netram here in Cape town would be my first stop for me.
https://www.netram.co.za/2682-3d-printing-services.html

More info


3D Printing service is charged per meter of filament we use. Price arrange from R13.50 - R15.00/m depending on type of filament requested and size of print.

* Please send your design (STL format), your type of filament and % of fill to either production@netram.co.za or michelle@netram.co.za to get a formal quote.

Please note that this exludes artwork which has a fee of R95.00 including VAT
 
Some more fun with the printer.

A atty stand or two or three and a 20700 squonker, might need a bigger bottle for this one

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