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Ringbearer consists of several pieces which are individually printed and then assembled. It's difficult to print a 1-piece object this large, so Ringbearer is composed of several component pieces: | Ringbearer consists of several pieces which are individually printed and then assembled. It's difficult to print a 1-piece object this large, so Ringbearer is composed of several component pieces:<br /> | ||
'''Note: See NIH repo for latest STL/OpenSCAD and photos, renders.''' Designs have been updated to reduce print time/cost, and improve function. | |||
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Revision as of 04:07, 7 November 2019
Ringbearer: Movable LED ring for 3D print lighting and analysis
Background
We would like to illuminate objects on our 3D printer bed, using an LED light ring. We would like to be able to change the height (Z) of this ring using stepper motors.
Objective
Design 3D printed apparatus to support a LED ring, and allow it to be moved up and down with stepper motors. Apparatus should minimize obstruction with normal operation of the printer.
Solution
Components
Ringbearer consists of several pieces which are individually printed and then assembled. It's difficult to print a 1-piece object this large, so Ringbearer is composed of several component pieces:
Note: See NIH repo for latest STL/OpenSCAD and photos, renders. Designs have been updated to reduce print time/cost, and improve function.
STL / OpenSCAD files
Please find the latest STL, Parametric OpenSCAD files, etc in the NIH Repository.