3D Printing Projects

3D Printing Projects

Author: Adafruit Industries Language: English Episodes: 100
Every week, the team at Adafruit Industries dives into the tangible world of creation with their 3D Printing Projects podcast. Hosts Noe Ruiz and Pedro Ruiz guide you through the entire process of bringing a new idea to life, from initial concept in CAD software to the final, functional print. This isn't just theory; it's a hands-on audio workshop where you'll hear the details behind designing and fabricating practical items like custom electronic enclosures, detailed cosplay components, and clever camera modifications. The discussion focuses on the intersection of digital design and DIY electronics, offering clear explanations and project-specific insights that are valuable for both beginners and experienced makers. By listening, you gain a deeper understanding of how to integrate 3D printing into your own work, learning about material choices, design considerations, and troubleshooting along the way. The consistent weekly format means there's always a fresh, detailed project to explore, making this podcast a reliable source of inspiration and technical knowledge for anyone interested in the expanding possibilities of desktop manufacturing.
Episodes
PyPortal Art Display [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37
Turn your PyPortal into an IoT-connected art gallery that cycles through art, space, cats and dogs! Pull from image feeds or images from an SD card. Skip images with a tilt or shake. Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/pyp…
Stained Glass Lamp [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:10
Build a stained glass inspired lamp with tap and Bluetooth controls. Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/stained-glass-lamp Use translucent filament to give the shades a stained glass effect. This project features light me…
Color Sensing Music Player [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:57
Build a fun and playful 3D printed MP3 player with CircuitPython and an RP2040 PropMaker Feather! It's a boombox for young makers, but with a twist: use a color sensor to detect a LEGO DUPLO brick and play a song, sound…
Apple IIe Fruit Jam [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:47
Build a retro Apple IIe inspired 3D printed enclosure for the Adafruit Fruit Jam mini computer. Free files and tutorial: https://learn.adafruit.com/apple-iie-fruit-jam-enclosure Apple IIe Case Learn Guide: https://learn.…
Bajoran AirPods [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13
You can 3D print a Star Trek Deep Space Nine-inspired ear piece, designed as a lanyard for your wireless Bluetooth ear buds. Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/bajoran-airpods The piece is designed to sit over your outer…
Ortho Linear Mechanical Keyboard [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:30
Build a 4x12 key ortho linear mechanical keyboard powered by the Adafruit KB2040 running CircuitPython. You'll 3D print the enclosure to house the NeoKey ortho snap-apart PCBs and the Adafruit KB2040. Links below. Keyboa…
eInk Slow Movie Player [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:15
Build a slow movie player with Adafruit's E-ink bonnet and a 7.5in monochrome e-ink display. Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/eink-slow-movie-player With custom dithering, you can adjust it for animation or live-action…
No-Code Pool Party Notifier [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:01
Build an internet-connected pool notifier to alert the neighborhood that the pool party is underway! Guide: learn.adafruit.com/pool-party-notification-device In this guide, you'll use Adafruit IO and WipperSnapper firmwa…
Mac Classic Fruit Jam [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:00
You can build your own Apple Macintosh Classic inspired mini computer with Adafruit's Fruit Jam and 3D printed parts. Full tutorial, files and code at: https://learn.adafruit.com/mac-classic-fruit-jam Visit the Adafruit…
MagTag 2025 + Case [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:23
The MagTag 2025 edition has all the same features but now has a new chip driver with support for Arduino and CircuitPython. https://www.adafruit.com/product/4800 With the new SSD1680 chip driver on the 2025 edition, you’…