Instructables: exploring - technology - tools http://www.instructables.com Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:39:22 PDT BLOX v1.01 Flat Folder for Papercrafting http://www.instructables.com/id/Flat-Folder-for-Papercrafting/
Flat Folder for Papercrafting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF0/I0C9/HI3Q449K/FF0I0C9HI3Q449K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF0/I0C9/HI3Q449K/FF0I0C9HI3Q449K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF0/I0C9/HI3Q449K/FF0I0C9HI3Q449K.SMALL.jpg Kim Neely This simple tool makes paper creases clean and sharp. I've found it to be indispensable in bookbinding, scrapbooking, and origami projects. I used to use the handle of scissors or a table knife to flatten creases, but this is better. Plus, it takes about half an hour to make if you have some sort of...
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Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:18:58 PDT
Laser-Cut Forms for Thermoforming (Vacuum Forming) http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cut-Forms-for-Thermoforming-Vacuum-Forming/
Laser-Cut Forms for Thermoforming (Vacuum Forming) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/4XLS/HHS9M0NB/FIB4XLSHHS9M0NB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/4XLS/HHS9M0NB/FIB4XLSHHS9M0NB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/4XLS/HHS9M0NB/FIB4XLSHHS9M0NB.SMALL.jpg dgrover Thermoforming (Vacuum Forming) is a fast, easy, and cheap way to form sheet plastic into useful shapes.  Widely used to produce costumes, masks, theatrical props, enclosures, and packaging, the heated plastic sheet is drawn down over/into a mold using a vacuum. This mold can be made of many differe...
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Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:05:06 PDT
Trying my hand at: Mold Making and Casting with Silicone RTV [Pittsburgh Tech Shop] http://www.instructables.com/id/Trying-my-hand-at-Mold-Making-and-Casting-with-Si/
Trying my hand at: Mold Making and Casting with Silicone RTV [Pittsburgh Tech Shop] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/TK55/HHS9SOEK/FEFTK55HHS9SOEK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/TK55/HHS9SOEK/FEFTK55HHS9SOEK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/TK55/HHS9SOEK/FEFTK55HHS9SOEK.SMALL.jpg thisisanexparrot Today at the Pittsburgh Tech Shop, I took a class in mold making and casting. This is a great technique for making multiple copies of a piece out of resin. It's used in sculpting, prop making, special effects makeup, and many more applications. This Instructable is the documentation of the class in ...
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Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:41:16 PDT
Fast and Easy Life Hacks Part 3 http://www.instructables.com/id/Fast-and-Easy-Life-Hacks-Part-3/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ4/8U16/HHS9LOS5/FJ48U16HHS9LOS5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ4/8U16/HHS9LOS5/FJ48U16HHS9LOS5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ4/8U16/HHS9LOS5/FJ48U16HHS9LOS5.SMALL.jpg macobt Life Hacks:1.Banana Foil 2.Chain colset storage 3.Phone Holder 4.Bottle Flashlight 5. WD-40 Gum Remover. Make sure you subscribe for more awesome videos from the macobt projects! Subscribe to my YOUTUBE channel:http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=macobt My blog:http://macoprojects....
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Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:19:55 PDT
3D printable microscope for home or lab http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-printable-microscope-for-home-or-lab/
3D printable microscope for home or lab - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRB/APST/HHS9S4LF/FRBAPSTHHS9S4LF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRB/APST/HHS9S4LF/FRBAPSTHHS9S4LF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRB/APST/HHS9S4LF/FRBAPSTHHS9S4LF.SMALL.jpg kwalus The following instructable describes a 3D printable microscope that you can make at home using low cost 3D printing. Almost every part on this microscope is 3D printable with the exception of the lenses, which you can get from disposable cameras. I got my lenses from a local photography shop and the...
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Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:02:46 PDT
3D Printable Adjustable Volume Pipette http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printable-Adjustable-Volume-Pipette/
3D Printable Adjustable Volume Pipette - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/J0V5/HHS9IH8V/FAYJ0V5HHS9IH8V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/J0V5/HHS9IH8V/FAYJ0V5HHS9IH8V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/J0V5/HHS9IH8V/FAYJ0V5HHS9IH8V.SMALL.jpg kwalus Pipettes are prolific in laboratories everywhere and used to transfer variable amounts of liquid. Professional tools are calibrated and have dials that allow the user to set the volume. The following instructions are the result of an experiment to develop 3D printable and low cost alternatives to st...
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Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:23:26 PDT
Augie (little hand drill) http://www.instructables.com/id/Augie-little-hand-drill/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/5QCR/HHOFX86E/F1L5QCRHHOFX86E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/5QCR/HHOFX86E/F1L5QCRHHOFX86E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/5QCR/HHOFX86E/F1L5QCRHHOFX86E.SMALL.jpg Xanthe Matychak I designed these little augies because I needed light and portable drills for toy making workshops. Kids use these to create the holes for attaching mounted motors (see http://www.instructables.com/id/Mounted-Hobby-Motor/ ) to projects.  MATERIALS Thermoplastic Screws Corks (for "caps") Boiled wate...
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Sat, 8 Jun 2013 10:28:45 PDT
How to use resin to make your own plastic stuff http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-use-resin-to-make-your-own-plastic-stuff/
How to use resin to make your own plastic stuff - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/QBKC/HHJOIVYY/FKRQBKCHHJOIVYY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/QBKC/HHJOIVYY/FKRQBKCHHJOIVYY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/QBKC/HHJOIVYY/FKRQBKCHHJOIVYY.SMALL.jpg armstk180 Hi My friends  Actually i am an electronics designer but since childhood i was interest in both electronics and chemical and i wanna explain about one of my cool test in chemical to using this way as your needs  first , as you know if you wanna order a plastic melt for your testing design , it's no...
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Thu, 6 Jun 2013 13:12:55 PDT
Cheerio Box Optimization http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheerio-Box-Optimization/
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Tue, 4 Jun 2013 09:19:48 PDT
Track your laser engraver's cutting power with test strips http://www.instructables.com/id/Track-your-laser-engravers-cutting-power-with-tes/
Track your laser engraver's cutting power with test strips - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/WVIM/HH2VMXSH/F06WVIMHH2VMXSH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/WVIM/HH2VMXSH/F06WVIMHH2VMXSH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/WVIM/HH2VMXSH/F06WVIMHH2VMXSH.SMALL.jpg dgrover Does your laser cut as well as it used to?  Is it time to clean the lenses, perform an alignment, or check the level of the bed?  Is the tube itself losing power? If you don't have a laser power meter (they seem to start at around $800 for the Synrad Power Wizard), a simple way of making a relative...
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Sat, 25 May 2013 12:19:07 PDT
Lanyard from Spiral Cable - Key Ring http://www.instructables.com/id/Lanyard-from-Spiral-Cable/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/X3QZ/HH2VXXTR/FAUX3QZHH2VXXTR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/X3QZ/HH2VXXTR/FAUX3QZHH2VXXTR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/X3QZ/HH2VXXTR/FAUX3QZHH2VXXTR.SMALL.jpg face54 free and easy lanyard from spiral cable - key ring
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Thu, 23 May 2013 22:54:05 PDT
IPod Touch/IPad Stylus http://www.instructables.com/id/IPod-TouchIPad-Stylus/
IPod Touch/IPad Stylus - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA8/ABJI/HGH70CEW/FA8ABJIHGH70CEW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA8/ABJI/HGH70CEW/FA8ABJIHGH70CEW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA8/ABJI/HGH70CEW/FA8ABJIHGH70CEW.SMALL.jpg Volcora Okay, I have been dying for a stylus of some sort, but I can't buy one and apparently all the really good homemade ones need conductive foam, which I don't have, and can't buy. So I looked on the Internet to see how to make one, and they're pretty simple-with one problem. They don't seem to work, at...
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Wed, 8 May 2013 22:21:16 PDT
Adjustable USB Microscope http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-USB-Microscope/
Adjustable USB Microscope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD1/DO66/HG85CQHM/FD1DO66HG85CQHM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD1/DO66/HG85CQHM/FD1DO66HG85CQHM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD1/DO66/HG85CQHM/FD1DO66HG85CQHM.SMALL.jpg msuzuki777 So this Lazy Old Geek is getting OLD and my eyes aren’t what they used to be. So I bought one of these USB microscopes from ebay (See picture) to see if it would help with closeup work. Well, it sort of works. It’s pretty cheap so I didn’t expect a lot. There’s a silver wheel that’s marked as power ...
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Mon, 6 May 2013 15:31:21 PDT
Ultra-Bright 24-LED Lighted Magnifier http://www.instructables.com/id/Ultra-Bright-24-LED-Lighted-Magnifier/
Ultra-Bright 24-LED Lighted Magnifier - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/3AJ0/HFSHTZ9F/FFF3AJ0HFSHTZ9F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/3AJ0/HFSHTZ9F/FFF3AJ0HFSHTZ9F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/3AJ0/HFSHTZ9F/FFF3AJ0HFSHTZ9F.SMALL.jpg nnewlon This project lights up a 5x magnifier by adding 24 bright LEDs. It's built around a magnifier designed as an upscale version of an optical loupe.  The magnifier has a clear plastic skirt that is intended to admit light from the sides.   I have a small loupe made on the same principal, and it works ...
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Thu, 2 May 2013 09:17:47 PDT
Belle Maxi 140 Concrete Mixer overhaul http://www.instructables.com/id/Belle-Maxi-140-Concrete-Mixer-overhaul/
Belle Maxi 140 Concrete Mixer overhaul - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/BJN7/HFPTIRQI/FN8BJN7HFPTIRQI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/BJN7/HFPTIRQI/FN8BJN7HFPTIRQI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/BJN7/HFPTIRQI/FN8BJN7HFPTIRQI.SMALL.jpg theoblackadder After some recent work using my Belle Maxi 140 concrete mixer it developed a fault. It would work ok in one direction but when the drum was turned to face the other side, it slowed down and then stopped. The motor was struggling and eventually the overload device popped out and the motor was overhea...
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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:43:22 PDT
THE WORLD'S EASIEST DIRECTION COMPASS !! http://www.instructables.com/id/THE-WORLDS-EASIEST-DIRECTION-COMPASS-/
THE WORLD'S EASIEST DIRECTION COMPASS !! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/Z9EX/HFWSTGVC/F58Z9EXHFWSTGVC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/Z9EX/HFWSTGVC/F58Z9EXHFWSTGVC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/Z9EX/HFWSTGVC/F58Z9EXHFWSTGVC.SMALL.jpg vinayakniraj0002 Materials Required--- A small magnet A large nail or an iron rod A small board of plastic or any other thing which floats. Paste the magnet on the iron rod. Paste the iron rod in the middle of the plastic board. Put it in a bucket full of water and watch how the rod will point exactly t...
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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:15:28 PDT
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Adapter http://www.instructables.com/id/Power-Over-Ethernet-PoE-Adapter/
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Adapter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSK/GO71/HFPTMZJW/FSKGO71HFPTMZJW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSK/GO71/HFPTMZJW/FSKGO71HFPTMZJW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSK/GO71/HFPTMZJW/FSKGO71HFPTMZJW.SMALL.jpg eLab Power over Ethernet or PoE, is the technology used for power transmission in network equipment, via network UTP cable, together with data. PoE is useful in situations when we want to connect network devices that are far away from a power source. In this situation we take advantage of the Ethernet ca...
By: eLab

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Sat, 20 Apr 2013 17:59:10 PDT
PCB Automatic Agitator http://www.instructables.com/id/PCB-Automatic-Agitator/
PCB Automatic Agitator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/WCJB/HFPTGFQP/F60WCJBHFPTGFQP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/WCJB/HFPTGFQP/F60WCJBHFPTGFQP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/WCJB/HFPTGFQP/F60WCJBHFPTGFQP.SMALL.jpg eLab Following the last publication about PCB (printed circuit board) manufacture, we present another useful project. The corrosion with iron perchloride, is a slow speed process, but we can accelerate the process, by agitating regularly the solution. To do this, we created a simple device, able to make ...
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Sat, 20 Apr 2013 16:45:37 PDT
Clinometer http://www.instructables.com/id/Clinometer-1/
Clinometer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/8W9B/HFD16U7M/FCA8W9BHFD16U7M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/8W9B/HFD16U7M/FCA8W9BHFD16U7M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/8W9B/HFD16U7M/FCA8W9BHFD16U7M.SMALL.jpg arjaunmason In this instructable I will show you how to make a clinometer, a tool used to measure an incline. 1 Straw 1 Protractor 1 Binder clip or any other weight you can tie a string to. 1 Piece of string long enough to hang below the bottom of the protractor. Scotch Tape Attaching The Strin...
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Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:04:23 PDT
Think Outside the Tweezers http://www.instructables.com/id/Think-Outside-the-Tweezers/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/NP74/HFD1EHWX/FILNP74HFD1EHWX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/NP74/HFD1EHWX/FILNP74HFD1EHWX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/NP74/HFD1EHWX/FILNP74HFD1EHWX.SMALL.jpg pfred2 While restoring a VOM recently I had to remove, and install a couple of 6-32 nuts repeatedly while testing the device out. I keep all of the small parts together while I am working in a little container so in order to get the nuts I needed I'd use a pair of tweezers to grab them. I found that if I p...
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Fri, 12 Apr 2013 11:49:02 PDT
How to make keychain magnetic screwdriver http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-keychain-magnetic-screwdriver/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/BZAO/HFD1EEBM/FSMBZAOHFD1EEBM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/BZAO/HFD1EEBM/FSMBZAOHFD1EEBM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/BZAO/HFD1EEBM/FSMBZAOHFD1EEBM.SMALL.jpg macobt You can easy make this small magnetic screwdriver,only you need is bolt and epoxy glue More projects:http://www.youtube.com/user/macobt
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Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:50:15 PDT
Graticule (reticle) for Velleman HPS140 digital oscilloscope http://www.instructables.com/id/Graticule-reticle-for-Velleman-HPS140-digital-os/
Graticule (reticle) for Velleman HPS140 digital oscilloscope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/EHF6/HFBKAHG7/F9AEHF6HFBKAHG7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/EHF6/HFBKAHG7/F9AEHF6HFBKAHG7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/EHF6/HFBKAHG7/F9AEHF6HFBKAHG7.SMALL.jpg nwlaurie The  Velleman HPS140 digital oscilloscope at around £100 ($150) is a great little instrument but suffers from only having edge-scales rather than a full graticule. Since the device is good enough for rough 'n ready measurements of fairly high standard, and given that my old eyes can struggle a bit w...
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Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:11:22 PDT
My Passion: Photo Videos http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Passion-Photo-Videos/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVX/BCKX/HF23XLG2/FVXBCKXHF23XLG2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVX/BCKX/HF23XLG2/FVXBCKXHF23XLG2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVX/BCKX/HF23XLG2/FVXBCKXHF23XLG2.SMALL.jpg TonsofCol 1. What did you make? I created a photo video for a history class recently that my teacher really liked! A photo video is a collection of pictures and quotes put to music to inspire and teach people. I made my video on my laptop using pictures, music, iMovie, and a LOT of time. Usually when I make a...
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Tue, 9 Apr 2013 15:48:15 PDT
How to make Wire Identification/Loop Check Phones http://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-IdentificationLoop-Check-Phones/
How to make Wire Identification/Loop Check Phones - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1T/OAD1/HF24068K/F1TOAD1HF24068K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1T/OAD1/HF24068K/F1TOAD1HF24068K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1T/OAD1/HF24068K/F1TOAD1HF24068K.SMALL.jpg jnakiya Basic Theory information: The LC phones are used with two people testing, verifying and identifying individual wires in multi-conductor cables or where the two ends of the cable may be in different buildings or areas. Imagine a picture of two kids talking to each other through soup cans and a stri...
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Wed, 3 Apr 2013 22:04:36 PDT
How to make air duster http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-air-duster/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/VDAT/HEXSRZIE/FW6VDATHEXSRZIE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/VDAT/HEXSRZIE/FW6VDATHEXSRZIE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/VDAT/HEXSRZIE/FW6VDATHEXSRZIE.SMALL.jpg macobt Here is a quick, easy and fun way to make refillable air duster. Visit my blogspot:http://macoprojects.blogspot.com/ or visit my channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/macobt
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Sun, 31 Mar 2013 15:41:44 PDT
An Edge-Sanding Table for Your Belt Sander http://www.instructables.com/id/An-edge-sanding-table-for-your-belt-sander/
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Sat, 30 Mar 2013 21:27:56 PDT
fabric breadboard http://www.instructables.com/id/fabric-breadboard/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/Y5RC/HET1AUHZ/FQUY5RCHET1AUHZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/Y5RC/HET1AUHZ/FQUY5RCHET1AUHZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/Y5RC/HET1AUHZ/FQUY5RCHET1AUHZ.SMALL.jpg Maya.S fabric breadboard
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Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:58:16 PDT
"MacGyver Style" Stove From A Hot Glue Gun http://www.instructables.com/id/MacGyver-Style-Stove-From-A-Hot-Glue-Gun/
"MacGyver Style" Stove From A Hot Glue Gun - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/PBEX/HELXCTNK/FLLPBEXHELXCTNK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/PBEX/HELXCTNK/FLLPBEXHELXCTNK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/PBEX/HELXCTNK/FLLPBEXHELXCTNK.SMALL.jpg yankee2442       Have you ever been in a situation where your stove stopped working? Well, here is a solution to that, the MacGyver stove! To make this "MacGyver" stove, all you will need is a Hot Glue Gun and some paper clips (optional). The Use Of The Glue Gun       You will need to unscrew the body of t...
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Sun, 24 Mar 2013 17:47:15 PDT
Laser Cutter http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cutter-1/
Laser Cutter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/17VM/HELX4BSS/F0V17VMHELX4BSS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/17VM/HELX4BSS/F0V17VMHELX4BSS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/17VM/HELX4BSS/F0V17VMHELX4BSS.SMALL.jpg smitty16 This is a powerful laser that can light matches and  pop balloons What You Need - optical Drive - a pen flashlight - a saudering iron Step 1 Getting the Burner out of the optical drive I am using a laptops'  optical drive first you will need to remove all the screws to get the burner out S...
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Sun, 24 Mar 2013 14:23:44 PDT
my powerful fume extractor http://www.instructables.com/id/my-powerful-fume-extractor/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3V/UFBR/HELX6HAI/F3VUFBRHELX6HAI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3V/UFBR/HELX6HAI/F3VUFBRHELX6HAI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3V/UFBR/HELX6HAI/F3VUFBRHELX6HAI.SMALL.jpg gada888 I'v always wanted a powerful fume extractor to replace my lame one,but i can't find a suitable one in a market, so i choose to modify one myself,this example,i got a 220V powerful fan,i think it works stable and quiet.then i put it in a ATX power box,bcz my clamp has a base as you can see in the pho...
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Sat, 23 Mar 2013 01:26:11 PDT
5 Step MacGyver Altoids Key Mold http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Step-MacGyver-Altoids-Key-Mold/
5 Step MacGyver Altoids Key Mold - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/ZN0B/HEI4MADA/FR3ZN0BHEI4MADA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/ZN0B/HEI4MADA/FR3ZN0BHEI4MADA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/ZN0B/HEI4MADA/FR3ZN0BHEI4MADA.SMALL.jpg Zanrick A cheep and easy way to recycle an old Altoids tin as well as duplicate any key. Note: This is not intended to be used for illegal any illegal activities, specifically ones seen in James Bond movies. I made a key mold out of a 2 part chemical mix. I have a lot of this lying around because I had a f...
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Fri, 22 Mar 2013 08:58:17 PDT
Third Hand Fume Extraction Fan http://www.instructables.com/id/Third-Hand-Fume-Extraction-Fan/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/7CMZ/HEI48GV2/F9C7CMZHEI48GV2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/7CMZ/HEI48GV2/F9C7CMZHEI48GV2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/7CMZ/HEI48GV2/F9C7CMZHEI48GV2.SMALL.jpg sjroth When soldering, the fumes from the solder can be very irritating, and they aren't especially good for you either. After doing some simple solder jobs I realized that I needed a way to get rid of these fumes, as the ventilation at my workspace is pretty bad. My workspace is very limited, so I didn't ...
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Fri, 22 Mar 2013 02:57:32 PDT
Coil winder with automatic counter http://www.instructables.com/id/Coil-winder-with-automatic-counter/
Coil winder with automatic counter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/79PZ/HDRS5Y0I/FVP79PZHDRS5Y0I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/79PZ/HDRS5Y0I/FVP79PZHDRS5Y0I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/79PZ/HDRS5Y0I/FVP79PZHDRS5Y0I.SMALL.jpg aprzy15 (If you like this project, consider voting from me in the make to learn contest, and the up! 3D printer contest, thanks.) Coils are used for an abundance of projects, but are not very easy to make. Often, coils require 100's and sometimes 1000's of turns. Doing this by hand is extremely difficult, s...
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Sat, 2 Mar 2013 15:01:11 PST
DIY Stubby Screwdrivers http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Stubby-Screwdrivers/
DIY Stubby Screwdrivers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUU/3CQQ/HD4VNAG3/FUU3CQQHD4VNAG3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUU/3CQQ/HD4VNAG3/FUU3CQQHD4VNAG3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUU/3CQQ/HD4VNAG3/FUU3CQQHD4VNAG3.SMALL.jpg pocmarck      Anyone who works with their hands knows that you can never have too many tools. In that pursuit you inevitably wind up with multiples of certain accessories. Two socket sets, three multi-meters, and more crescent wrenches than one person could really use. Most multi-attachment screwdrivers will...
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Sat, 23 Feb 2013 20:21:39 PST
Angle Measurement Device http://www.instructables.com/id/Angle-Measurement-Device/
Angle Measurement Device - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/2KWA/HCJOG8HO/FFG2KWAHCJOG8HO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/2KWA/HCJOG8HO/FFG2KWAHCJOG8HO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/2KWA/HCJOG8HO/FFG2KWAHCJOG8HO.SMALL.jpg skorpijon This is a device which is used to measure angle values larger than 90º and lesser than 240º. I assume this is first of it’s very own kind. It consists of four parts. I had designed it in 3D modeler with all care. This is designed for Useful 3D Printed Tool Challenge. Since the challenge name says us...
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Sat, 2 Feb 2013 12:09:11 PST
How to Use a Circuit Tester http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Use-a-Circuit-Tester/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/J6X8/H6MEVKY1/FTAJ6X8H6MEVKY1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/J6X8/H6MEVKY1/FTAJ6X8H6MEVKY1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/J6X8/H6MEVKY1/FTAJ6X8H6MEVKY1.SMALL.jpg The Family Handyman Use the two-lead circuit tester to check for voltage.  Place one lead on a live/hot wire (usually black, but can be any color other than green or white) and the other on a neutral (white) or ground (green or copper) wire, and the tester's light will turn on.  This confirms that you have a good, comp...
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Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:46:19 PST
Reviving an old electric screwdriver http://www.instructables.com/id/Reviving-an-old-electric-screwdriver/
Reviving an old electric screwdriver - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/31Q5/HC9MI813/FYA31Q5HC9MI813.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/31Q5/HC9MI813/FYA31Q5HC9MI813.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/31Q5/HC9MI813/FYA31Q5HC9MI813.SMALL.jpg Paxpan Digging in the drawer of things "to fix" I found this old screwdriver that  only was working with the power being plugged in, so these are the steps to change the batteries and "revive" this useful tool. Revivir un destornillador viejo Rebuscando en el cajón de “ya arreglaré” encontré este destorni...
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Wed, 23 Jan 2013 10:40:39 PST
mod-desk http://www.instructables.com/id/mod-desk/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/S5T6/HBUZEVA4/F2KS5T6HBUZEVA4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/S5T6/HBUZEVA4/F2KS5T6HBUZEVA4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/S5T6/HBUZEVA4/F2KS5T6HBUZEVA4.SMALL.jpg matteo_nebiolo Modular wooden desk. The chair is designed to operate from chest when lying down.There are different creating solutions and if there are more than one desk the solutions become infinite!
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Tue, 15 Jan 2013 01:52:53 PST
Arduilay http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduilay/
Arduilay - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/RT7T/HAQ2UR4R/FT4RT7THAQ2UR4R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/RT7T/HAQ2UR4R/FT4RT7THAQ2UR4R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/RT7T/HAQ2UR4R/FT4RT7THAQ2UR4R.SMALL.jpg mbmosher Arduilay is an 8 channel AC relay box for use with Arduino, Max/MSP, Processing, etc.  I designed this system as an alternative to the USBDMX 4 channel relay option.  While DMX gives you dimming control, the setup is easily 5 times as expensive as this simple relay box. Get all the parts To make ...
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Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:48:51 PST
Convert a 7.2V cordless drill to Lithium power http://www.instructables.com/id/Convert-a-72V-cordless-drill-to-Lithium-power/
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Sun, 13 Jan 2013 10:04:49 PST
Cordless Power Tool Conversion 18VDC to 120/240VAC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cordless-Power-Tool-Conversion-18VDC-to-120240VAC/
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Sat, 12 Jan 2013 07:58:10 PST
Powerful Pocket Sized Rotary Tool http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Sized-Rotary-Tool-What-To-Do-With-An-Old-D/
Powerful Pocket Sized Rotary Tool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/95NI/HAQ38YWF/F0R95NIHAQ38YWF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/95NI/HAQ38YWF/F0R95NIHAQ38YWF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/95NI/HAQ38YWF/F0R95NIHAQ38YWF.SMALL.jpg M3G I love my Dremel, but sometimes I wish it was smaller. I started looking around for a cheap, small rotary tool and found an old Dremel 7700-1/15 MultiPro Cordless at a garage sale for $8.00. Unfortunately, after about a month or two of use it the battery started to die. Rather than buy a new battery...
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Sat, 22 Dec 2012 11:37:22 PST
a mini captain america yoyo http://www.instructables.com/id/a-mini-captain-america-shield/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/VAOZ/HAOPY869/F0YVAOZHAOPY869.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/VAOZ/HAOPY869/F0YVAOZHAOPY869.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/VAOZ/HAOPY869/F0YVAOZHAOPY869.SMALL.jpg brookings14 This captain america yoyo can either be a toy or a collectable. It will interest people who are interested in collecting super hero themed objects.This object is very different from other  captain america objects which makes it unique from all the rest.
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Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:35:08 PST
Novel Way to Compare Documents with High Precision http://www.instructables.com/id/A-novel-way-to-compare-documents-with-high-precisi/
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Sat, 1 Dec 2012 12:53:47 PST
How to make a fake virus prank http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-fake-virus-prank-1/
How to make a fake virus prank - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F21/SV56/H9X3IS1V/F21SV56H9X3IS1V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F21/SV56/H9X3IS1V/F21SV56H9X3IS1V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F21/SV56/H9X3IS1V/F21SV56H9X3IS1V.SMALL.jpg nict1104 First you will need a text document E.G. Notepad once you have made a text document open it Now make sure you got this (@echo off) this is the main part of it. Now This Is My Quick One But You Dont Have to do It like this as long as it says at echo when you want to write something Copy a...
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Sat, 24 Nov 2012 22:13:24 PST
Tool to remove a stuck light Bulb http://www.instructables.com/id/Tool-to-remove-a-stuck-light-Bulb/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/ES8Q/H9G0SJMK/FCJES8QH9G0SJMK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/ES8Q/H9G0SJMK/FCJES8QH9G0SJMK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/ES8Q/H9G0SJMK/FCJES8QH9G0SJMK.SMALL.jpg qqqjay Tool I made to remove a stuck light bulb from a recessed ceiling fitting. No need to break light bulb and use pliers to remove bulb base. Cut end of bottle, put  silicone on the circumference. Silicone I used was Sikaflex AT-Facade (NZ). Use any that has  similar properties. This grips the bulb a...
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Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:48:20 PST
Wire Spool Caddy http://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-Spool-Caddy/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI0/7V44/H9K2FAOO/FI07V44H9K2FAOO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI0/7V44/H9K2FAOO/FI07V44H9K2FAOO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI0/7V44/H9K2FAOO/FI07V44H9K2FAOO.SMALL.jpg Tomdf While working as an Artist in Residence at Instructables I noticed that they had a lot of loose spools of wire hanging around the office. You see, I'm one of those "everything in its place" types and frankly I have enough loose wire in my head, so I couldn't help myself but make this organizer. This...
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Thu, 15 Nov 2012 15:51:05 PST
DSO Nano V2 Guide http://www.instructables.com/id/DSO-Nano-V2-Guide/
DSO Nano V2 Guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/ICX4/H8I449LW/F2TICX4H8I449LW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/ICX4/H8I449LW/F2TICX4H8I449LW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/ICX4/H8I449LW/F2TICX4H8I449LW.SMALL.jpg DrNicker So just a little while ago i received my DSO Nano V2 from an Instructables Contest!  Decided what better way to thank instructables than to put together a little user guide for it.  The following is just a simple explanation and some previews of how to use it. Not all information is my own.  Som...
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Sat, 3 Nov 2012 19:28:16 PDT
How to Make a DIY stylus for any touchscreen device http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-DIY-stylus-for-any-touchscreen-devic/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/NK36/H8VUDLQX/FWWNK36H8VUDLQX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/NK36/H8VUDLQX/FWWNK36H8VUDLQX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/NK36/H8VUDLQX/FWWNK36H8VUDLQX.SMALL.jpg thetechnoland In this tutorial I show you how to make a stylus  If you like please check out my youtube and subscribe ! http://www.youtube.com/user/TheTechnoland?feature=mhee
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Mon, 29 Oct 2012 19:32:43 PDT
my saw table http://www.instructables.com/id/my-saw-table/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/XXY7/H896RH8C/FETXXY7H896RH8C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/XXY7/H896RH8C/FETXXY7H896RH8C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/XXY7/H896RH8C/FETXXY7H896RH8C.SMALL.jpg bannutechniclor simple to make.
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Sun, 14 Oct 2012 06:51:31 PDT