Situation

  1. Got a new 3d printer. Need to learn how to use it.
  2. Finished setup: Learn to 3D print.
  3. Want to learn basic CAD.

Task

  1. Download models.
  2. Modify models.
  3. Make models from scratch.

Action

Learned Cura and Autodesk Fusion. Designed, built, and print many small projects.

Lead bender

Bend the leads on capacitors for the mechanical keyboard

Lead Bender (Multiple Sizes) by onebytegone

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Small lead bender

Original version was too wide, even at smallest setting. Did a 60% reduction and reprinted.

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Soldering station

Shrank the spindle - original didn’t fit through my reel.