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Removable shopping trolley tokens

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Don't you hate it coming from work and still needing to go shopping?When you get to the shop and you need a trolley it will demand some currency, fake or real so the lock opens.You start digging your pockets for a coin, all while the rain is pouring down on you.Sure we all know these plastic tokens ...
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Anodized aluminium nozzle with build in heater, Ultra fast and slim

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Update 16/06/2015: Up to 100mm/s now :)Update 13/07/2015: First print test with up to 80mm/s using the 0.3mm nozzle. Check step 5 for the videos.Update 12/06/2015: New parts arrived so I made a new heater with a screw in nozzle and added a heat break. (Step 2 has the images)Update 09/07/2015: Printi...
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3D print ABS on a cold bed and onto any material

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This a two part Instructable.The first part is about BuildTak and the second about using plastic primer to print on any surface you like.BuildTak? Never heard of it....No wonder as the product is quite new and most manufacturers of 3D printers won't include it when you buy one.Some don't even list i...
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Sketchup tricks for 3D printed parts

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Update 24/06/2015: Due to the massive interest in this Instructable I will add more tipps in the future as I find them.For today I added a step that shows how to design or change your models to prevent lift off from the print bed.There are several good programs to create your 3D models, some prefer ...
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How to ask for help around here - and what to do before asking

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Sadly there is no category for this but maybe someone will find the right spot to move this Ible.Ok, what is that all about and why do I post it in the wrong section...1. There are more andmore requests for help in the forum sections that require several questions to be asked before anyone get's a c...
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Air powered spinning top

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I am currently reading a lot about the work of Victor Schauberger and needed a way to test different turbine designs.As a result I came up with the idea to "mis-use" them as a toy.The Air Powered Spinning Top was born.Ever wanted a toy that is just totally different?How about a spinning top that you...
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The Repulsine Project

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Update 22/08/2015: Top diffusor now printable in two parts.Update 20/08/2015: Top diffusor now in a version that can be joined with the top wave disk.Update 19/08/2015: Top diffusor is finnished, at least for the model itself.Will get an additional plate or similar for the printable version (if I fi...
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Air raid siren from a sewing machine

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I looked around for a usable siren that is neither based on a speaker nor just a tiny "whistle".Sadly there was nothing good around.What was there not to like on the many available siren models?1. Most are just tiny and createnothing but an annoying noise.2. Classic designs, scaled to around 10cm di...
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Vibrofoot - Silence your printer

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I got really annoyed by the vibrations and noise I had to endure while printing.Especially certain diagonal movement caused everything to mae noise.Of course I tried the usual remedies you will find in printing forums, like an enclosure, cork disks between motor and mounts and so on.But when I had t...
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Powerful Venturi Nozzle

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Update: 06/11/2015: Added two models for the use on a compressor instead of using water.My little niece complained about her bubble bath not having enough bubbles!So what can the good uncle do about it?Add an air pump and bubble stone? - Takes far too long...Take a hose from the compressor instead? ...
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Make a Vortex Ring cannon and get a frisbee for free

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This is an Instructable that happened by accident.The bottle was meant for a diferent project but I was asked today if I could make a smoke ring cannon within an hour for a party...What you need for this:# A big PET bottle, like those from a water dispenser in my case.# A good cutting knife - these ...
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3D printed image- / night - light

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I was asked by a friend to create something memorising his dog that recently passed away.My first thought was that it needed to be special and in this form unusual.The idea for an illuminated night / image light was born.What you need:3D printer or access to one.LED strip and controller, size and co...
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Pet drinking bowl with soda bottle reservoir

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I looked around the web to find something simple that I can print out and use for my cats so I don't have to refill twice a day.Sadly there was only one design that looked half decent but the thread used on it was a bit too tight to get a bottle in :(Time to create my own...I used a size that can st...
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Embedded printing

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Embedded printing - what is that???Well, I could not think of anything short to name it more defined.For this Ible it means creating a print with electronics integrated into the print.So instead of glue or snap-lock-connections everything is put into the print and then the print continues to create ...
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Fixing a Sewing Machine Crash

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I know, I'm a guy, so what would I know about a sewing machine...You might be surprised ;)But jokes aside, every once in a while for the experienced operator and much sooner for the beginner you can have an accident.By accident I don't mean the usual, a broken needle or some yarn messed up around th...
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Goodbye Moshi or how to run your laser printer on Arduino

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When it comes to starting with CO2 lasers the beginner on a budget will be tempted to get one of the K40 clones from china.As requests, problems and postings of general frustration about these machines flood the internet I though I jump in too.Don't get me wrong, I did it on purpose as the price for...
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Lasercut Icosahedron (regular)

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After checking some designs I found online for boxes and other things I wanted to see if I can create a simple joining system myself.Already did some hinges for another project and I quite like geometric forms that can be explained by math so I decided on a regular Icosahedron for my project.If you ...
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Laser Cut and Engraved Coffin

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I made a coffin for the monster high dolls my little niece loves so much about a year ago.Was quite crude from thin MDF and decorated (to cover the imperfections) with some decals I printed.Now it was time to use my new toy to create much better looking one:As you can see it is not just the standard...
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True 8bit photo engraving on chinese laser cutter - maybe a worlds first?

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This is an updated addition to my previous Instructable about replacing the Moshi controller.So if your K40 clone is still a virgin then please head over to the above Ible first for the hardware conversion.The story so far...It began with the need to get rid of the original controller to be able to ...
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Reprap Full Graphic Smart Discount Controller

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Some people like to get more control about their projects and instead of just a tiny status display something bigger is welcome.The Smart Discount Controller comes in several variations, which are basically just different display sizes and shield layouts.However, unlike all the ads the controller se...
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