3D Printing in the Workshop / 3D Printers for Woodworking w/ the Creality CR-10

[@martincontreras9915]

I'm glad that you gave it a second thought, I think it has a lot to offer for the wood working industry in general. Thank you Colin.

[@knecht105]

You're welcome. Yes, there seems to be MUCH you can do with them.

[@bbrachman]

I have owned a 3D printer for over 2 years. I use it mainly to print objects that cannot be bought. That means that I create my own 3D objects and do not rely on the online repositories for my items. Case and point. I made several dovetail measuring devices that were seen online but were terribly expensive. I made my own. Just downloading someone else's objects is fine but creating an original object that cannot be purchased is priceless. (learning to make 3D objects may or may not take a long time. I have over 20 years of 3D experience so it is second nature to me)

[@aprilthompson2853]

Wow, this is very cool. I just got a 3D printer and hadn't even thought about the fact that I could make useful tools for the shop. I did print an adapter for my shop vac so I could attach it to my scroll saw though.

[@knecht105]

Ya, there's a million things you can do with it!

[@Axertion]

Great video. I'm glad you guys showed actual real life use cases being printed and being used rather than random objects that serve no purpose. Awesome review!

[@MAGAMAN]

Get a good textured glass bed for your printer. No need for tape or glue and everything sticks well and comes of easy by hand. Just wipe it down with isoprophyl alcohol every print or two and it works great (as long as your printer settings are good).

[@knecht105]

We're using those large bed pad stickers now and they work great. Thanks for watching.

[@JeffSolenberg]

If I may toss in a quick suggestion, now that I've ordered this 3D printer, I've looked into numerous drawing software programs (SketchUp, Blender, etc.) and the one that I think is by FAR the best option for 3D printing or definitely for woodworking is Fusion 360 by Autodesk. It's a full, professional, extremely powerful CAD program that is not only easy to learn and to use, it's FREE to students and hobbyists. And not only is it free, you can legally use it to make money up to $100k/year before you are required to pay for a license. I wish I'd found out about this years ago.

[@blueridgedsia]

design spark mechanical is also a great free program

[@Norwegianwoodworker]

Thanks for the video :) I have the CR-10 and uses it all the time for dusthose reducers and misc plastic items in the shop :) Great asset. TR

[@MakeTechCreate]

I just found those hose adaptors on thingiverse ... on my list to make!

[@Norwegianwoodworker]

I just draw them my self in Fusion or Thinkercad :)

[@larrybud]

BTW, drawing two lines for the center finder doesn't necessarily mean it found the "center". Any two lines will of course cross at some point... draw a 3rd and see if they all meet at one point.

[@joedefloat7802]

Colin looking forward to seeing all new 3D JIGS, you'er the man.

[@nigelmtb]

joe defloat you're

[@joedefloat7802]

you're right .fingers hit keys the wrong way round.my typing skills are poor.

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching Joe!

[@MakeTechCreate]

More to come Joe!

[@TheWoodYogi]

Thanks Colin and Paul for showing this. It is definitely a useful device for the workshop :) ॐ

[@MakeTechCreate]

You're welcome Wood Yogi. Thanks for watching!

[@3dpprofessor]

I wish Gearbest would just let us know who all they've got in touch with so that I can subscribe to everyone. This is the first I've heard of you, but I'm glad I did.

[@MakeTechCreate]

yes, seems they've been in touch with a few people!

[@SMee67]

Great review Colin. Looking forward to seeing how you implement the printer into your shop.

[@knecht105]

Thanks Bill!

[@MakeTechCreate]

We'll have more examples for you in the future Joe.

[@edstraub2355]

Colin, your friend has a voice that I could not understand what he was saying. I"m an old man but I can understand you perfect, but your friend I could not. I like your video's very much, and thank you for really good information. I really guess it don't matter as I'm not able to afford this printer anyway. thanks again ed

[@MakeTechCreate]

Sorry Jon, I'll work on my voice in the future videos

[@albertcrowe8960]

Awesome idea! Thanks for sharing!

[@MakeTechCreate]

You're Welcome Albert

[@JeffSolenberg]

Talked me into it Colin. I bought one.

[@MakeTechCreate]

Great Jeff. Keep us updated on your progress!

[@kenjohnson6573]

While I'm on a fixed income I can't afford much of anything but the video was very informative. If I could afford a 3D printer I'd own one.

[@MakeTechCreate]

Prices are really coming down on 3D printers these day and there's also a large used market ... you can probably find a steal of a deal is you keep your eyes open Ken.

[@amirsamir302]

There are very cheap 3D printers available, not all are reliable though, check out the Monoprice Select Mini 3D Printer V2 for $219.99 or the TronXY for $120

[@MAGAMAN]

I just bought an Ender 3 for under $200 shipped. It prints better than some of the printers that cost up to 4x more. The one upgrade I would do ASAP is to replace the extruder it comes with with a metal one. It cost me all of $18 and it makes a huge difference over the plastic ones that will wear out quickly from the filament rubbing on it. If you do get an ender 3, check out "house of 3d printed horrors" youtube channel. He has an amazing video on setting the printer up that covers a lot of things that no one mentioned in other videos (like adjusting the wheels under the bed before you complete assembling the printer) and is not mentioned in the setup guide. He had me up and running and printing things that looked better than some of the "experts" on other videos.

[@bentebrunsvelt319]

Good work

[@knecht105]

Thanks Ben!

[@inrickk]

I would love you to try and make a zero clearance throat plate with that 3D printer?

[@wolf9545]

I don't know if you can ask MakeTech if he has used the drill bit sharpener? I wanted to print one out but was wondering how good it worked?

[@rogerj7327]

I've seen abrasive wheels explode from people using the side of them as a grinding wheel. In today's world where people will sue for just about any reason you can think of,, I'm pretty surprised that this little drill bit sharpener thing exists.. Or at the very least, it should never be suggested to use it with an abrasive wheel like that. If this tool were to be redesigned so it can used with a small grinding stone in the dremel, it would be a LOT safer.

[@ItSeemsDark]

the link for the MakeTech's review of the Creality CR-10 seems not working. Nice review !! i could really decide to pull the trigger and buy my self a 3d printer for this Christmas ;)

[@knecht105]

The review link is here, if you still haven't seen it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6japKWYZ9akaKc

[@SMee67]

Hi Colin, I was just thinking, can that printer make a gripper style push block? Those blocks are ridiculously over priced. If you can print one, what would be your total cost of doing so? Cheers mate.

[@MAGAMAN]

There are plans on Thingiverse, but I would use a lot of caution with that. Some filaments are brittle and can shatter, and having your gripper break as you are pushing down straight over the blade would be a horrible problem to have happen.

[@henrymach]

Amazing printer. The "wood" things look more like ceramic than wood though

[@MakeTechCreate]

It's rather strange. It's feels and weights like balsa wood.

[@DonJohn87_YT]

Nice! :)

[@knecht105]

Thanks

[@vladimirgajic7190]

Oh yeea

[@MarkMcCluney]

Well, printers and CNC are interesting but I'm still not besotted enough to splash the cash, I can think of other tools I could spend the money on (if I had it). Incidentally Colin, my missus says you are the Jack Perkins of KZbin woodworking. I have no idea what she means by this...

[@knecht105]

Just give it a few years Mark. The way the prices are dropping, they'll cost the same amount as a normal printer soon. I'm not sure what to say about Jack Perkins, I'm Canadian, so I never watched much US news reporters.

[@MarkMcCluney]

WoodWorkWeb Im not sure my wife knows exactly who Jack actually is but I think there are worse people to be compared to! Anyway thanks again (but I'm still not sure...)

[@sapelesteve]

Interesting! However, I don't think that it's for me as I don't see how this fits into a wood shop. If you do some projects that might change my mind I'd reconsider, but I really can't see that happening any time soon............... :)

[@MakeTechCreate]

It's just like any other shop tool really ... some will find a use for it, some won't.

[@onecarwood]

Welcome to the Dark side !

[@Khether0001]

why does it print this offset border on the first layer?

[@MakeTechCreate]

It's called a Skirt: A skirt is an outline that surrounds your part but does not touch the part. The skirt is extruded on the print bed before starting to print your model. Skirts serve a useful purpose because they help prime your extruder and establish a smooth flow of filament. Observing the skirt also allows you to detect and adjust any leveling or adhesion issues before the actual model begins printing.

[@diy-chris1332]

CNC routering, Laser-cuting, 3D printing..... ja we're woodworking comes to an end.....

[@MakeTechCreate]

The argument can be made that woodworker's said the same thing about power tools a hundred years ago ;)

[@j.m.castilla7150]

OK muy bueno, gracias por sus videos OK very good, thanks for your videos J.M.Castilla@2017

[@knecht105]

You are welcome. Thank you for watching!

[@WigWagWorkshop]

Great Review! But FYI, I get a warning that the link to the product site, might contain malware.

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching. I'll check those links again.

[@johnfulkerson9408]

when you remove support gentaly

[@LarryB-inFL]

While an interesting video, I really do not see this as a tool for the wood working shop. I imagine it useful for the occasional thing, but couldn't see the time/effort/cost as being anywhere near reasonable for most things. The items you guys chose to create are cases in point: I can buy a hacksaw handle, a chisel handle and a cylinder center finder MUCH easier than I could make them...and probably waaay cheaper, too.

[@RandomSmith]

Its good when you need to print out parts to repair things - I fixed my bandsaw with some parts - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZLNgGOgfqmhqcU&ab_channel=RandomSmith and modified some clamps for my track saw - kzbin.info/www/bejne/imWcYYqlbtGmptE&ab_channel=RandomSmith

[@cliffcarlo180]

+Larry B I am inclined to agree with you on this one

[@knecht105]

As RandomSmith mentioned, they come in handy for many repairs too. They may not be for everyone, but it's really just another tool for the shop.

[@cliffcarlo180]

Nah.

[@MakeTechCreate]

The items I demo'ed are only simplest of the items I found on Thingiverse ... there's A LOT out there to be made. They're not for everyone, but they're becoming more and more capable everyday.

[@technodrone313]

it's known for having a heated plate? lol

[@alanmullock381]

Full chess set in the Offing? 😆😆😆😆😆

[@mattivirta]

i just download thingiverse some toold my woodwork shop. pocket hole jig, clamps, corner clamps, chisel sharpening tool,many different jig, door hinge drill jig has good,dowell drill jigs woodpecker MT jig copy good no need buy wery expensive woodpecker and kreg jigs now. , little vise, many many have.

[@robertlangley258]

I just don’t get all the hoopla over these 3D printers. All you can make is chintzy plastic toys and for the price of a 3D printer I’m sure you could buy thousands of these tool toys better made at your friendly Harbor Freight. Now when they develop and sell a 3D printer that can make tools from hardened tool steel then I will get excited about this new technology.

[@brodie659]

Robert Langley yes and no. They are making 3d printed heart valves. If that saves you or a loved one some day that could change your mind.

[@robertlangley258]

brodie659 , True, true Brodie that to me would be a great use of this technology designing something wonderful and useful for mankind. I’m certainly all for that. I’m sure the 3D Printer folks are just trying to find any avenue to market this expensive equipment in order to repay themselves for all their knowledge and work. However, I don’t really think for a second that Colin or any other serious craftsmen are ready to turn in their tried and true tools for plastic toys. That’s all I’m saying. Congrats to Colin for trying, hope he comes up with something useful.✌️

[@MakeTechCreate]

They're not for everyone Robert. It's just another tool for the shop, but it's amazing what people are starting todo with them. Metal tools from hobby 3d printers are not that far away.

[@WayneSoBlessed1]

Theres numerous things a 3d printer can print that looks amazing not just plastic toys lol!!