3D Printing Projects

3D Printing Projects

Author: Adafruit Industries Language: English Episodes: 355
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
Pi Zero Stand [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15
Display your Pi Zero on your desk with this simple yet useful 3D printed stand. Files, code, learn guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/raspberry-pi-zero-stand/ Raspberry Pi Zero W https://www.adafruit.com/product/3400 Rasp…
Fusion 360 Tutorial – Parametric Angles [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:00
Working on a stand-up case for a display and micro-controller. Needed to drive the view angle of the screen with user parameters. Adafruit 2.13" Tri-Color eInk / ePaper Display with SRAM https://www.adafruit.com/product/…
Mini Mac SE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29
Build a mini mac with HalloWing that displays boot screen actually plays startup chimes! It uses the Adafruit HalloWing M0 Express and runs Circuit Python. The capacitive touch pads cycling through images and sounds stor…
Fusion 360 Tutorial – Eagle PCB Joints [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:14
In this tutorial we'll take a look at applying Joints to PCBs in Fusion 360. The issue in this project is the PCB could not be repositioned in Fusion 360. The solution is to suppress the automatically created joint, capt…
Astrolite NeoPixel Upgrade [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:39
Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/astrolite-neopixel-upgrade Astrolite by Hasbro, introduced in 1969, was a building toy set made of clear tubes that snap fit together, allowing one to build cities or robots of light! In…
Adafruit IO Time Tracking Cube [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37
Build a time tracking cube! Flip the cube to switch between tasks so you can automate your time sheets. An accelerometer tracks orientation and neopixels light up each task. Use Adafruit IO to log data into a feed and st…
New Year Eve Ball Drop [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:52
Celebrate the new year by building a working scale replica of the Time Square Ball Drop with Adafruit Feathers and NeoPixels! Learn guide, code and 3D files: https://learn.adafruit.com/new-years-eve-ball-drop/ Happy New…
Fusion 360 Tutorial – CPX Mount [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:48
In this tutorial we'll take a look at designing a snap fit mount for the Adafruit Circuit Playground boards. Adafruit Circuit Playground Express https://www.adafruit.com/product/3333 CAD Parts on GitHub https://github.co…
NeoTrellis M4 Ninjaflex Bumper [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45
This is a simple 3d printed bumper for the Adafruit NeoTrellis M4 designed for flexible filaments. This provides protection and comfort to the acrylic case. Adafruit NeoTrellis M4 Kit https://www.adafruit.com/product/402…
Fusion 360 Tutorial – Trellis M4 Flexible Bumper [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:38
In this tutorial we'll make a simple 3d printed bumper using flexible filaments. This provides protection and comfort to the acrylic case. Adafruit NeoTrellis M4 Kit https://www.adafruit.com/product/4020 Get Ninjaflex Fi…