Originally Posted by
Ihar
Hello! I understand your health concerns. I have a 3D printer and have experience with carbon fiber. I also enjoy cycling and compete in the masters category. I'm interested in aerobars. What would you say if you print the parts on a printer (with thin walls), and then apply 5 layers of carbon fiber on top of the part by laminating? This is a lengthy and complex method, but the least expensive for custom production.
It's possible to, but you're still cutting corners realistically.
A better use for a 3d printer is either to print the negative (2pc mould) or print a positive and then build a mould around it traditionally, then lay up your carbon fiber.
It's going to be very tedious to figure out a way to vacuum bag a complex aero extension, figure out how to mount/bond/laminate your connection point into that by doing what you're suggesting. Much easier just to use your 3d printer for plug making.