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- rebeltaz commented on How2Douggie's instructable Graffiti Laser Engraved Dice
- rebeltaz commented on Piyush kushwaha's instructable 3D PrinterView Instructable »
The build is impressive, but... you said that a "good 3d printer" costs over a thousand dollars. That my have been true a decade ago, but you can get really good filament printers today from anywhere between $200-500. Plus, you can now get resin (SLA/DLP) printers in the same price range. This isn't to discourage building your own toys - I'm often guilty of spending more time and money to build something than if I'd just bought the thing - just a minor correction.
- rebeltaz commented on TheProcrastibaker's instructable Mini Low-Poly WALL-E for 3D PrintingView Instructable »
I enjoyed the way you wrote the article. Like you're actually talking to the audience and with a bit of humor. I try to do the same when I write. And the end result is too cute :)
- rebeltaz commented on kmc123's instructable The Red and Black Sky AttackView Instructable »
Holy.... words I can't say on TV! As a fellow rocketeer for over 40+ years, can I just say that those are absolutely bee you tea full!
- rebeltaz commented on MattInDetroit's instructable 3D Country Map FlagView Instructable »
Wouldn't be willing to share the preformatted stls, would you? Nice job!
- rebeltaz commented on Segoub's instructable Clock 8 Days 3D for Bed 20x20View Instructable »
Thank you so much!
- rebeltaz commented on Segoub's instructable Clock 8 Days 3D for Bed 20x20View Instructable »
You don't have a single zip archive file of all the necessary files, do you? I would love to print this - I am a collector of clocks and this one is gorgoeus! - but downloading each file one by one is going to be a pain!
- rebeltaz commented on rebeltaz's instructable How to Paint a Rebel (Confederate) Flag on Your VehicleView Instructable »
Interesting. I am looking for a new vehicle now, so I may just do that on that one! Thanks for the idea :)
- rebeltaz commented on adriancubas's instructable 3D Printed Fake Capacitor CompartmentView Instructable »
:) Thanks... it looks really good, though.
- rebeltaz commented on adriancubas's instructable 3D Printed Fake Capacitor CompartmentView Instructable »
Umm... maybe I missed this, but I did not see anywhere in here where you mention that the equiptment should NOT be powered back up with the original capacitor missing. That capacitor is there for a reason.
- rebeltaz commented on Distaste's instructable 3D Printed Leather Hat Stamps Using Fusion 360View Instructable »
Hi there. I discovered this trick a while back while trying to recreate a bracelet my late father had made for me - https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3879043. I liked your write-up. Very informative and a beuatiful pattern.
- rebeltaz commented on DeonEstebo's instructable Baby Yoda Chia PetView Instructable »
Been using those same paints (now the multi-surface versions) for a while for all of my 3d model prints. One tip... if you will use filler primer that you can find in the automotive section, it will help hide the layer lines and you won't have as much sanding to do. Very nice!
- rebeltaz commented on thediylife's instructable Mechanical Seven Segment Display Clock
Why does nearly everyone on Instrucables assume that we are all well versed in Arduino?
View Instructable »Why does nearly everyone on Instrucables assume that we are all well versed in Arduino?
- rebeltaz commented on itskeeton's instructable Leather Hatchet/Ax SheathView Instructable »
Hey... I've had ax sheaths where the blade does cut the stitching, but do the rivets not dull the blade? I would think both ways have their drawbacks. I think between dulling the blade or cutting the stitching, I'd just as soon restitch the sheath than risk dulling the blade unnecessarily.
- rebeltaz commented on megardi's instructable Mostly 3D Printed Rotary SwitchView Instructable »
This is a really cool idea. When you finish the minivac, will you be sharing your model/project so that us mere mortals can recreate one as well?
- rebeltaz commented on rebeltaz's instructable Shopsmith Mark V Bandsaw Coupler ReplacementView Instructable »
I used PLA, but PETG would probably be a better choice.
- rebeltaz commented on JmsDwh's instructable Making Mindstorms RCX Work AgainView Instructable »
Hi... I just came across your comment on this RCX post. I don't suppose you happen to have a copy of the stand-alone RoboLab that you could share, do you? All I can find now is the LabView plugin... Thanks.
- rebeltaz commented on Arduino_having11_Guy's instructable The ULTIMATE Gumball MachineView Instructable »
When I first saw the [Change Color] option on the web page screenshot, I thought that the machine would allow you to dispense a gumball of a specific color based on the user's preference. lol... now THAT would be awesome!
- rebeltaz commented on JackDefay's instructable Extremely Low Upkeep Bed AdhesionView Instructable »
A brim should only be needed for parts with very little contact to the build plate.One thing that people often over look is bed leveling (or technically tramming). You want to adjust the bed so that a sheet of paper will just slide between the nozzle and the bed (at ranodm points around the build plate) with the z-axis set to 0. If the nozzle is too far away fromm the build plate - even if it's only 0.1 or 0.2mm - then the filament will not stick well to the bed and it will lift. I've heard people having great success with PEI. Personally, I print on a sheet of glass with a thin film of a 50/50 mixture of water/Elmer's glue. Once the bed is leveled, I've never had a single issue with parts not adhering to the bed. Of course, like you suggested, if there contact surface is small (less than…
see more » - rebeltaz commented on omars2's instructable New DIY Idea to Run Universal Motor POWER TOOLS Without ElectricityView Instructable »
Why would you need the capacitor or rectifiers? The inverter is DESIGNED to run power tools off of 12v DC batteries. It you are REALLY worried about needing the cap, it should be - in the correct voltage/capacity - on the INPUT side of the inverter, not the output.
- rebeltaz commented on BadgerBoater's instructable Cutting Bolts Without Damaging the ThreadsView Instructable »
I **just** got through cutting a few bolts to length. What I do is run two nuts up the threads to where I need to make the cut. I jam the top nut down on the bottom cut to lock it in place. I tighten that - the nuts - in a vase and make my cut right up against the bottom nut on the waste side. This way, you can run the nuts back off to help rethread any threads that get damaged.
- rebeltaz commented on gregjd5000's instructable Top That Spins Forever!View Instructable »
That is pretty cool. As no fan of google/farcebook/twits/youtube censorship, I'm curious... what does [flagged 'repetitive' by their system] mean?
- rebeltaz commented on tobychui's instructable PLA 3D Prints Smoothing Research ProjectView Instructable »
I thought I was the only one who used wood filler on plastic :)
- rebeltaz commented on Wolfgang_Haney's instructable Mod Podge a PuzzleView Instructable »
My girlfriend and I do the same thing - kids at heart, dontcha know :) - but we've always used "jigsaw puzzle glue" or packing tape. I never thought to use mod-podge! Thank you :)
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- rebeltaz commented on rebeltaz's instructable Shopsmith Mark V Bandsaw Coupler ReplacementView Instructable »
Works great, too :) Thank you.
- rebeltaz commented on rebeltaz's instructable Omnibot 2000 Arm Joint RepairView Instructable »
Thank you :) Robotics is my Achilles Heel! lol... I just got this printer, but I am having fun designing new parts to print. I hate to see perfectly good things get thrown out instead of being repaired in today's disposable "society"....
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- rebeltaz commented on 4DIYers's instructable How to Make a Cardboard GasketView Instructable »
May I make a couple of suggestions? If you happen to have RTV silicone (the red or black kind), if you will smear a THIN layer of that on the mating surface instead of the oil, the imprint will transfer more easily and will have a much higher visibility. Secondly, and more importantly, when cutting the bolt holes and any other holes, it's far better to do that before cutting the perimeter of the gasket. If you cut the gasket first and then the holes, it's likely that the gasket, in it's much thinner state, will deform or tear. Also, if you happen to have access to a set of punches (relatively inexpensive), you can get a much better hole. Had to do this many times in my shop, albeit usually with gasket material available from any auto parts store.
- rebeltaz entered Omnibot 2000 Arm Joint Repair in the Design Now: In Motion Contest contest
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- rebeltaz commented on rebeltaz's instructable Italian Chef BookendView Instructable »
lol... Is it art imitating life or life imitating art? I'll never tell!
- rebeltaz entered Italian Chef Bookend in the Woodworking Contest 2017 contest
- rebeltaz's instructable Breadboard Training Lab's weekly stats:
- rebeltaz commented on rebeltaz's instructable Breadboard Training LabView Instructable »
Why, thank you!
- rebeltaz entered Breadboard Training Lab in the Build a Tool Contest 2017 contest
- rebeltaz commented on jwbrooks0's instructable Wall projector mount, laser cutView Instructable »
| "Typically, you want to ALWAYS complete your design before buying your parts."lol... that is exactly opposite of how I usually operate. I tend to design my projects around whatever I happen to have laying around!I was just going to suggest the aluminum angle bolted across, and to, the top of the "shelf," as it were, to prevent sagging, but I just saw that you already addressed that. Great minds think alike :) I like it. I never thought about this simple method when I bought my mount. It's not quite as sturdy as I like, though, so I may redo it using your idea - sans the laser cutter, though, due to not having one. You've got my vote!
- rebeltaz commented on doncrush's instructable 3d Printed Replacement Puzzle PieceView Instructable »
Wouldn't it have been easier, and quicker, to just trace the missing piece outline on to stiff cardboard, cut the shape out with an Xacto knife and then glue the picture to the new piece? Don't get me wrong... you did a good job and it looks great, but still....
- rebeltaz commented on thijsv's instructable Upcycled Dinosaur LampView Instructable »
As much as I (think) I like the original shade, your dinosaur shade is totally cool!
- rebeltaz commented on christieathome's instructable RECIPE | MEXICAN ENCHILADASView Instructable »
This looked SO good. You had me up until "vegetarian" :(
- rebeltaz commented on Lily123456's instructable Soldering Smoke-absorber Powered by Single ChipView Instructable »
There seem to be a few details missing here. What is the "chip"? What is the circuit and where is the schematic? What exactly is the purpose of the display? What does it display? What is the purpose of the "USB charging"? Why does a "smoke absorber" need any type of controller? If a controller is needed for your design, what purpose does it serve? What happens to the smoke that this device "absorbs"?
- rebeltaz commented on pescabicicleta's instructable Mixing Bowl Splash GuardView Instructable »
Friendsgiving?
- rebeltaz commented on Lillyvilleky's instructable Aluminum Can Solar HeaterView Instructable »
I built one of these several years ago and mine never did do anything. I don't know if I did something wrong or what, but I see yours seems to at least heat up. Does it do anything for heating your space?
- rebeltaz commented on Freakyfoam's instructable Mermaid "Bronze" Using FoamView Instructable »
B.e.a.u.t.i.f.u.l!
- rebeltaz commented on vspencer's instructable Wooden Rocket With a See-Through WindowView Instructable »
Absolutely beautiful!
- rebeltaz commented on Justiniann's instructable Integrated Inventory Management SystemView Instructable »
I have a C.H.I.P. (a $9 "computer" board with built in wifi) laying around. It runs linux, so I should be able to use that for this. Can you tell me where in the code the GPIO pins are selected so I can use another method of selecting add or decrement? Thanks...
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- rebeltaz commented on TINGYU QU's instructable 3D Print a Programmable Musical InstrumentView Instructable »
Every time I look at Instrucables, I see more and more reason to get a 3d printer! What do you use for the rods in the notes cylinder? Very nice model :)
- rebeltaz commented on Rock Michael's instructable RelayView Instructable »
I do not mean to be... negative, I guess... and I hope this doesn't come off as such.I notice in your bio that you have a B.sc in Electrical Engineering so I would assume that you already know this, but I wanted to elaborate for those who might not. A couple of times, you mentioned "building a relay." That is misleading for those with little to no basic electronic knowledge. What you are describing here is not how to build a relay but rather how to build a relay control module. To actually build a relay (which I did as a kid beck before the world of electronics became plug-and-play as opposed to truly building your own circuits) would require winding a coil on an iron core and fashioning a set of contacts with a spring return. One more small thing. In your diagram, you need to a…
see more » - rebeltaz commented on 4DIYers's instructable 3 Reasons for a Brake Drum to StickView Instructable »
There is also a fourth cause... a clogged or collapsed brake line. If the line partially collapses or gets partially clogged, then when you press the brake pedal, fluid will be forced into the cylinder, expanding the shoes. When you release the pedal, however, the pressure exerted in reverse by the cylinder is unable to push fluid back into the feed lines. This in essence causes the brake cylinder to remain in the activated state. Usually, I have been able to disconnect the line from both ends and blow through it with compressed air to clear the line, but on a few occasions I have had to replace the entire line instead.
- rebeltaz commented on rebeltaz's instructable Quick & Easy Chocolate Coin Treasure ChestView Instructable »
lol... Thank you!
- rebeltaz's instructable Handmade Memorial Ornament's weekly stats:
- rebeltaz commented on rebeltaz's instructable Quick & Easy Chocalate Coin Treasure ChestView Instructable »
Well, thank you!
- rebeltaz entered Quick & Easy Chocalate Coin Treasure Chest in the Homemade Gifts Contest 2016 contest
- rebeltaz entered Quick & Easy Chocalate Coin Treasure Chest in the Wooden Toys Challenge 2016 contest
- rebeltaz commented on FunkyCreator's instructable A DIY Christmas tree candle with a 3D printed mould!View Instructable »
Very nice. I keep trying to find reasons to get myself a 3d printer :)I need to point out, however, that candle wax should always be melted in a double boiler - https://candletech.com/candle-making/wax-melting-... - to prevent the wax from catching fire.
- rebeltaz commented on mikeasaurus's instructable Restore Old Paper Cutter
So put the shellac on before the polyurethane? Hmm... that's one product I've never used before. I will give that a try on my next project! Thanks :)
I have tried soaking the brush on the thinner for several minutes first, but I don't think I have ever tried thinning the polyurethane. I'll try that next time. Thanks.
View Instructable »Question, if I may... do you have any trouble with small bubbles when you use polyurethane? On every single one of my projects when I have used poly, there are always tiny bubbles left that make for a slightly rough surface as opposed to a perfectly smooth surface. I have used foam brushed as well as natural and synthetic bristle brushes. I always stir gently, never shaking. I just cannot figure out what is going on. Any ideas?
- rebeltaz commented on rebeltaz's instructable Handmade Memorial OrnamentView Instructable »
:) Thank you!
- rebeltaz entered Handmade Memorial Ornament in the Homemade Gifts Contest 2016 contest
- rebeltaz commented on Justiniann's instructable Integrated Inventory Management SystemView Instructable »
Just this week I was actually looking for a simple to use inventory program for my shop! This is PERFECT! Thank you so much for publishing this! Too many exclamation points? lo :-)
- rebeltaz commented on jopensopen's instructable Shotgun Shell WreathView Instructable »
There is nothing any more dangerous about this than there is in hanging a shotgun shell bandolier on your gun rack. Sure, all live ammunition is potentially dangerous in the wrong hands, but those people shouldn't have live ammunition in the first place. This thing is awesome. I would go with the spent shells myself, though. Not because of any safety concerns but because the shells would be lighter and more easily attached. On the other hand, live ammo makes this a survival kit, something every Boy Scout should be able to appreciate!
- rebeltaz commented on Palms's instructable Quick'n'easy fireplace for nativity scene (presepe)View Instructable »
That looks really good! But... I'd be worried about burning down the stable! ;)
- rebeltaz commented on BunnieBard's instructable Wakko Warner crochet dollView Instructable »
Crocheting is one skill I've never tried to learn, but I had to comment on this... I absolutely LOVE the Animaniacs and of the three Warners, Wakko is my guy! This is so cute. Good luck on the contest... you deserve it.
- rebeltaz commented on SorenFarhang's instructable Christmas Decorations $0View Instructable »
Since you asked... the better leader won.
- rebeltaz favorited LED Cube 8x8x8 by chr
- rebeltaz commented on chr's instructable LED Cube 8x8x8View Instructable »
So I am (still) building this and I have a question... I was having trouble with the LEDs, some row-column combinations were lighting multiple LEDs and a couple didn't light at all. Turns out I (somehow) missed soldering the anodes between layers for an entire column! Once I took care of that, that fixed the three LEDs lighting up at a time, but I still had a couple of other LEDs ghosting when one or the other was turned on. I found one open LED and one shorted LED - luckily on the outside column! I guess that happened when I was soldering the layers together... I swear I tested each layer as I built it. After all of that, I powered it up and the only thing that happens is that the "status" LEDs flicker back and forth. The entire cube is off. If I hit either the "deubg"…
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What engraver are you using? Those look great!