AnglEase

Intro: AnglEase

Please note that this project is 100% original!

PATENT PENDING

Need a simple, effective way of setting common angles, this is for you. Please look above for some feedback we recieved and please comment down below to tell us what you thinl.

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Comments

[ChibiScarecrow]

It would be awesome to be able to make this, the files and drawings on auto cad are no longer available which is rather disappointing

[sathishmeena0917]

how can get the deisgn 3d models \

[PaulB709]

Finished making this today. Made all parts complete using oneCNC CadCam and machined on a Mazak VCN410A Vertical Machining Centre. Looking to surface grind all over soon.

[dustee1000]

Looks good. It'll lookbeven better once you've ground it all over.

[Don Barthel]

I've redrawn the AnglEase using dustee1000's measurements and drawings using OpenSCAD. The .scad and .stl files are here: http://donbarthel.com/AnglEase.zip

You can use the .stl files to create 3D prints. You can use the .scad script files to modify the objects. Programming required because OpenSCAD isn't a traditional CAD software, its a 3D programming language.

I used a 5mm bolt in the pivot point.

I've modified the Setting Piece to add a 'key' on the bottom that fits in the slot of the Bottom Piece. I printed the Setting Piece on its side using supports. The other pieces don't need supports if you orient them strategically on the print bed.

Thanks to dustee1000 for his/her design.

[PaulB709]

Modified setting piece

[PaulB709]

Same as you with the setting piece. I have drilled and tapped it for a dowel on the bottom that sits in the slot

[dustee1000]

Thanks for adding this information. I'm sure it will be useful in helping others to make their own on a 3D printer.
It looks great in the photo.
My only reservation is with you using a screw at the fulcrum point. The original design requires a close fitting pin. The fit with a screw may allow for movement at this point, altering the accuracy.
Thanks
dustee1000

[dustee1000]

Wow! That looks amazing it is a great feeling when someone else has made an instructable. It looks amazing! I

[CNC GUY]

Hi, I run a tool company in Iceland and this tool is excellent

[dustee1000]

Thank you
dustee1000

[dustee1000]

Thank-you to all this who have voted, favourited and provided some constructive criticism, here are some comments that we received alongside 100's of more positive ones.
Click below to enlarge

[Jhonbaker]

Super cool. I want one! Don't have the ability to mill metal - just wood. So far. lol - Anyway this is easily my favorite entry into the make a tool contest -

[dustee1000]

Thank you very much, please vote! Instead of million you may have access to a laser cutter or 3-D printer so you could manufacture that way. Or you may even have a local makerspace that may be willing to help you.
If you read below someone has infant given it a shot at 3-D printing and theirs looks great so far
Dustee 1000

[murf1979]

Perfect for any machinist. Only suggestions are maybe a way to lock the setting piece in place, for repetitive use of that angle and better dimensioning on the print for the setting piece.

Overall, fantastic piece that you can be proud to make and pass on

[dustee1000]

Another member has suggested to put in a spring to keep on the tension the parts. This seems a good improvement, and will solve the problem you have raised.
dustee1000

[dustee1000]

Thanks for your comment.
You have a valid point about locking the setting piece in place. The location in the radial grooves on the top piece is very positive when in position, and does hold itself in position very well, and has no tendency to want to "pop" out.
If i was to make improvements in this area, I would make a 8mm peg, press fitted into the bottom of the setting piece to travel inside along the 8mm groove in the bottom piece.
dustee1000

[dustee1000]

That is a great idea, I will look into adding it into the design, please show your support by voting!

[_soapy_]

Brilliant idea.
A couple of improvements: add a "0 degrees" parallel setting, if only for smaller storage size and retention of the moving part. Add a spring to hold the device closed, so it can be used any way up, or at odd locations.
I'll do the CAD in a minute.

[dustee1000]

Thanks for the tips. Everyone of them is worth adding to the AnglEase. I'm sure the would be room for the spring within the slot at the pivot end.
I didn't consider engraving a zero position onto it, but it would be a definite indication to show it will be parallel in the closed state.
I did consider milling a pocket to store the setting piece so it wouldn't get lost. I'll leave that to the individual if they want to do that.
dustee1000