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355 3D Printed Ashtray Project

Discussion in '348/355' started by C-speed, Aug 6, 2022.

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  1. C-speed

    C-speed Karting

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    If you guys want, I can redesign this so this problem doesn't happen anymore. It needs to be a two part design like I mentioned previously. The problem with the one piece design is that tab doesn't flex enough. And if it's designed to be a bit more flexible, it will break much more easily. The tab needs to be a separate part, attached with screws. It'll make assembling the lid a lot easier too without damaging anything.

    I ended up going with a cup holder instead since I have no use for the ashtray.

    Let me know.
     
  2. radback

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    If you have the time, it is most welcome :)
     
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  4. watkinsgt

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    In going with a cup holder - did you make it or obtain an existing? I bought an existing one. Poor quality. Warped and not a square fit in the ashtray hole. If you made a nice one and wouldn't mind making another, I'd love to buy it.
     
  5. 285ferrari

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    We have 3D printed ashtray surrounds in stock, ready for purchase. We sand them, smooth them, prime and paint to match the lid.
     
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    Hey all, looking for a link to the stl if it’s still available. Thank you in advance! Cant wait to see how the Bambu prints this.
     
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    Image Unavailable, Please Login Many thanks for the STL. First (rough!) print to check dimensions in the car... I will now print in black PLA+ in better quality. I don't seem to have a problem with the tab but may add some metal support to the bridge at the front.
     
  10. radback

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    Not a good idea.
    PLA+ won't stand the heat of summer inside a closed car.

    You should find something else.
    And remember the issue I had with my print: it broke as soon as I inserted the metal lid.
    Best choice would be ABS if you're able to print it.
     
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  11. EastMemphis

    EastMemphis Formula 3 Owner Silver Subscribed

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    I agree with @radback - PLA is a poor choice for anything that's going to experience temperatures that exceed about 140F (60C). Those temperatures are common in the interior of a car. Plus, with PLA, the material will shrink significantly before it reached the glass transition temperature.

    My current favorite production material is PCTG from Essentium. The matt black from their sister company 3DFUELS is the best filament I've used so far. The prints come out looking like they were almost cast and have a textured finish. The glass transition temperature for PCTG is around 168F (76C) which is a temperature that will likely never be seen inside a car unless it's in Phoenix during the summer. Until that temperature, the material is very stable. A far better choice than PLA.

    The best choice would be nylon. I'm currently experimenting with HTN (High Temperature Nylon) from Essentium which is dishwasher safe and can stand temperatures in excess of 200C. That is pretty impressive.
     
  12. redwedge

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    Thanks for the advice guys. I'm quite new to 3D printing. I have a Sovol SV06 which is supposed to be able to go up to 300C.
     
  13. bfox2718

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    I would love it if you could share the STL file for the cupholder


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  14. kaj750

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    Anyone find the file for the cup holder?
     

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