The Polymersmith's Guild - AKA The 3D Printed Weapons Thread

[mgssamn]

Any of you successfully use a 3d scanner to copy parts? so many mixed reviews out there.
I have no issue creating a part that is broke or I want fast and accurately on my program, but sometimes with lots angles/ holes etc a recreation of part would easier to scan if it works well. I am talking about functional parts, not artwork.
I have looked into a little, just looking for some real first hand experience if there is any out there?
and, not wanting to spend $5k on it, $1k or less if it is what I need/want.

 

[conditionzero]

Any of you successfully use a 3d scanner to copy parts? so many mixed reviews out there.
I have no issue creating a part that is broke or I want fast and accurately on my program, but sometimes with lots angles/ holes etc a recreation of part would easier to scan if it works well. I am talking about functional parts, not artwork.
I have looked into a little, just looking for some real first hand experience if there is any out there?
and, not wanting to spend $5k on it, $1k or less if it is what I need/want.

I am interested in this as well if any one has experience. I do like the process of taking a physical part and recreating it though.

 

[Beautiful Mulberry]

I really like this! You all are doing a great job. One day I would like to venture off into the printing world, but I have no clue where to start or how it even works.

 

[BobbyV]

I really like this! You all are doing a great job. One day I would like to venture off into the printing world, but I have no clue where to start or how it even works.

This is a good place to start:

https://ctrlpew.com/

 

[Beautiful Mulberry]

This is a good place to start:

https://ctrlpew.com/

Wow! That’s impressive! Do you have a link to a good printer? Thank you.

 

[BobbyV]

Wow! That’s impressive! Do you have a link to a good printer? Thank you.

That should be available in the getting started guide on the site.

Most folks start with an Ender. They have several models to pick from.

 

[Beautiful Mulberry]

That should be available in the getting started guide on the site.

Most folks start with an Ender. They have several models to pick from.

Thank you

 

[Shoot Summ]

Beretta 21a Bobcat was a fun printing project.

 

[conditionzero]

Is anyone annealing and if so, what is your setup?

 

[BobbyV]

Is anyone annealing and if so, what is your setup?

I've never tried it but have read on r/fosscad about various successes/failures. You might find more info there.