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small apex Dec 24, 2024, 1:25 AM

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Ok so I've printed these lithophane boxes for Christmas presents, I couldn't get the same light fixture that was used in the original build I found and thought these would work just fine. turns out they don't. they don't seat all the way into the hole and they are slightly smaller than the hole itself. I'm not good at modeling but im willing to stay up all night and figure it out if i have to. I'm just looking for ideas on how to make this work. maybe some kind of sleeve that snaps together from either side of the wall or something? or even something I can just rig together without printing extra parts. ANY ideas are welcome.

clever violetBOT Dec 24, 2024, 1:25 AM

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small apex Ok so I've printed these lithophane boxes for Christmas presents, I couldn't get...

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AI Help

One possible solution could be to create a simple adapter ring to fill the gap between the light fixture and the hole in the lithophane box. This can be done with basic modeling software or by directly measuring the dimensions needed and creating a simple design. If additional 3D printing is not an option, you could also consider using adhesive putty or foam tape to secure the light fixture in place within the box. Another possibility is to try modifying the light fixture itself by adding layers of tape or a thin adhesive foam to increase its size and make it fit snugly in the hole. Remember to prioritize safety when working with electrical components. Good luck with your project!

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 1:28 AM

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that ai had some decent ideas actually... thanks ai.

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 1:38 AM

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Or add a shim. Led light do heat up a little so take that into consideration....

If it doesn't yet have a base for the lamp, you can seat the black end of the lighting into the base and use that to stand up straight.

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@small apex sorry internet broke for a sec... See above..

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 1:40 AM

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normal eagle

U can print with one or two walls, on the highest layer setting for super fast.

Increase print speed....get that done!! 🥳🔥

DONT FORGET TO ADD A TOLERENCE ELSE YOU LOSE TIME REPRINTING!

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 1:41 AM

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sorry, i should have mentioned the light actually inserts into the back of the box not the bottom. the way it is in the picture is how it actually will be oriented

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 1:45 AM

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Ah ok...!
You cant put stuff between it and the lithophane cos then u get shadows.....
Your "half half idea" is pretty cool.

If you use it like a collar and press fit into the larger hole, i think that'll solve.

Modelling not hard for it.... Should take around an hour...getting the diameter for the light will be the hard bit....unless you just make it smaller than the light diameter.
Hang on lets get a photo...

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Like this...

Then u dont need the diameter... The screws make up the difference.

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 1:47 AM

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ahhhhh!! yes see thats why i came here lol. thats a great idea.

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 1:47 AM

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YAY

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Just dont do them up too tight 😅

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 1:48 AM

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k i started learning cad a while back but i fell off and got lazy and stopped. would you recommend free cad or fusion 360 for a beginner? i think i was messing with freecad before

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 1:49 AM

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360...

But you can probs do this in tinkercad...
Else...blender + boolens...

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FreeCAD is super hard imo

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 1:50 AM

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k. ill get 360 going. if i remember right theres a free version for personal use. id rather learn on something that isnt going to hinder me when i get better at it and have to learn something else down the road

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 1:51 AM

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Dont worry about the measurement being too accurate... Add a metal nut the bolt...and u can cut out messing with threads.... 😅

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 1:52 AM

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small apex k. ill get 360 going. if i remember right theres a free version for personal use...

Awesome good luck...

3d skills are transferrable too...so whatever you learn.... U can reuse in general sense later!
I learnt maya originally.....and now run blender and autocad 😅

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Go go go!

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 1:52 AM

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pERvLpmhJuQ

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Fusion 360 Tutorial

Fusion 360 Tutorial - Seat Post Clamp - Body

A seat post clamp is a device used to secure the seat post of a bicycle at a desired height. It's typically found near the top of the seat tube on a bike frame, and its primary function is to tighten or loosen the seat post so it can be adjusted or held in place securely.

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normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 1:52 AM

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small apex https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pERvLpmhJuQ

YES!!

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 1:52 AM

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this will work. simmilar idea. and a full guide. perfect

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thank you so much.

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 1:53 AM

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YAY

Add rubber if it's too large and u run out of time!!

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 1:54 AM

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alright. ima get more boxes printing while i make this thing. got 2 more boxes to go and they are 16h prints. should be done just in time for christmas lol

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 2:02 AM

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If u get the chance (after christmas), send a photo of the finished one, would be amazing to see!! bulbasmile

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 2:19 AM

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i will for sure! this fusion 360 is way easier to use than free cad. runs smoother too

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 3:13 AM

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it feels so good to make a custom part. the first time i tried this it was a way more complicated piece and i just gave up on it. this is coming along very nicely. using this guide and modifying it do me needs. very very cool

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 3:17 AM

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hypepog

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 3:34 AM

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normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 3:36 AM

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horsemas

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Looking good!!

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 3:36 AM

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tyty. now i just gotta make one spacer ring for the outside and we should be golden

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ngl... i kinda love this lol

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 3:38 AM

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🤞 GO GO GO!!
WOOOOO

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 3:54 AM

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ok so question for you. i wanna do the opposite of a fillet here. i want to make this outer edge and inner edge concave. how would i do that?

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@normal eagle

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sorry this turned into a cad tutorial lol. im sure this is an easy question tho. i just dont know the tools well enough

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 4:00 AM

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I've never used 360....i want to one day..i just know that the one the professional use a lot for product design... 😅

If this is autodesk thou aka like autoCAD....i think it may be under bevel......
If not maybe -> boolean add + use a torus to join to it...

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 4:00 AM

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kk ty

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 4:02 AM

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small apex ok so question for you. i wanna do the opposite of a fillet here. i want to make...

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Whats that one 👀 (blue curved edge...)

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 4:02 AM

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press pull, fillet and shell

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i found a bevel

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just watching something on how to use it

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 4:02 AM

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yes YAY

small apex Dec 24, 2024, 4:04 AM

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ohhhhkkk its just the fillet tool. inside edges fillet concave. duh lol that was easy

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DONE

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now i just gotta wait for this print to finish and i can test this stuff

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now i wanna find more things to build lmao

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 4:27 AM

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Product design....

Find a thing or process that's annoying you
watch someone struggling
Harder: improve on an existing design

Then:

design a solution for it

clever violetBOT Dec 24, 2024, 6:28 AM

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small apex Dec 24, 2024, 9:06 PM

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@normal eagle

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First try. I'm very happy. Thanks for your help

normal eagle Dec 24, 2024, 9:11 PM

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WOAH NICE!! THATS LOOKS PRETTY COOL YAY

#HELP short on time, need ideas to make this work before Christmas