cyclostam

I am starting a general thread about 3d printable parts, accessories and tools. A thread to share 3d printable designs and discuss ideas that can be realized with 3d printing.

My latest creation are handlebar plugs:
https://www.youmagine.com/designs/bar-end-plugs







If you have any requests about special dimensions I can upload modified versions. Also if you want a logo on the plugs, it is also possible (just keep it simple so it can be printed).

exmechanic89

I really like the simplicity of those plugs. I'd probably ask the mods to move this thread to the C&V or General Cycling area of the forum though, where I bet you'll get a better response.

Papa Tom

I'd love to design a 3d project to mount my BEM cube speaker and my mp3 player on one convenient handlebar caddy.

cyclostam

@exmechnic89 Thank you.
I couldn't find a category on the forum to post the thread, but I think that 3d modeling and 3d printing bicycle parts, has to do with engineering. Although you may be right about the response that it will get to another category.

CliffordK

I can't say what is best.

I have seen E-Bay sellers selling 3D printed covers for older generation Shimano brifters. But, their results look rather crude. And, of course, are missing the printing.

Actually, if a printer can do multiple colors, it should be possible to tell it to add black text. I think some of the latest color lasers are essentially working in plastics.

@cyclostam, your results look quite professional. It is hard to see, but I assume you've added anti-rotation to those tabs. Your design could likely be modified for injection molding. Or, perhaps we'll see new public domain 3D libraries.

cyclostam

You can check the details of the design at the link above.
I suggest to tighten the wedge a bit, so the plug fits snugly in the bar. That way the wedge will not rotate when you screw the bolt.

It is possible to change colors at certain layer even with a simple printer. I am experimenting with different methods to get a good result.

Troul 

A compact dual horizontal top tube go pro mount out of aluminum??
id like two if ya can do it?

CliffordK

I'm targeting slightly different goals, and hopefully will be experimenting with CNC milling this spring... If I can make the conversion. So, anything is possible.

But, I'm scratching my head a bit trying to figure out what you're envisioning.
Video of your stem and seat post?

Troul 

That's the configuration it'd affix to.
https://s7d4.scene7.com/is/image/Trek...0,0&iccEmbed=0

This is sorta like what I', after but quick releases & use a 'common' mounting system that's not bulky & sits low to the tube.
https://www.dillonprecision.com/uima...Tube_Mount.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/ce/aa...04feea8c88.jpg

dedhed

I looked into 3D printing for a rare vintage shifter I broke on my '68 Raleigh. The printing wasn't the problem it was the $$$ for the 3D scan to create the printer file.

jj1091

You could design a raised keyway on the plug portion that would prevent the wedge from turning when you tighten the screw.

I like the first version of the panto, simple yet visible. Good work.

cyclostam

I know what you mean but it is not necessary. Friction works exceptionally well in this case (trust me I have made and installed 5 pairs). Even with plugs with keyways it helps if the plug fits snugly before you tighten the bolt.


Thank you. I also lean towards the first method because you can sand it and make it smooth, contrary to the third one , which you will destroy the text. But the definition of the text is the less clear in the first.

Areba21

I use blender for humans, animals, characters etc. Anything related to geometry that I use. It sounds like blender is best for you in your situation. The blender fits well for you when you already own a drawing panel and makes the sculpture much more realistic than a mouse.
The development of character is complex and time-consuming. So it could take 20 hours to design a single thumbnail depending on the degree of detail you like.
Even if you need suggestions, you won't get a notepad and stay tuned for something like this (or a notes app on your phone). Forget it then. Write it down immediately when an idea arrives in unpredictable ways. I'm modeling & printing at printer howbut I was only able to think of one or two things at first; my list is 20 things, after three weeks with notes.