How to 3D Print Onto Fabrics | Tips and Tricks

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0:00 Intro
0:12 Concept, Examples and Reasons
1:23 What You Will Need
2:05 The Process
3:20 Oh do you Tim
3:28 Crash and Bang
3:35 How to Use these Fabric Embedded Components
4:00 Avoiding Problems
5:50 Further Ideas
6:38 Epic Transition
6:40 Outro

[@zues1992]

I took 600 grit sand paper and glued it to large popsicle sticks. I lay those on top of my fabric then use clamps to hold down both sides of the stick. I've been doing this for a bit and I've only had once failed print with how I've setup my printer.

[@Core-Electronics]

I love that idea, would result in such a secure fabric!

[@syberphish]

As much as I hate to admit I used to work at Hobby Lobby, it's pronounced "tool". Great video though, thanks for the info! ^__^

[@Core-Electronics]

Cheers for that mate, I am committing it to my long term memory and hope it helps you 🙂

[@syberphish]

@@Core-Electronics eh, you can do as you please. I'm not trying to be a Karen, I just hate it when no one tells me when I do that.

[@syberphish]

@@Core-Electronics oh my bad, I should have just read the comments. Sorry to bother you, you're probably tired of hearing it.

[@Kylo27]

Gonna be that guy and say “well actually” here - it’s actually pronounced (in French) “Chool-eh” - Aussies/Brits just say “Chool”

[@TheSlyMouse]

Really cool idea.

[@ronioclarenzo6137]

Great tutorial! Keep up the great work and thanks a lot!

[@TheOldBlackCrow]

Great idea... But would have been much better had you recorded the actual printing process. Explanations are nice, but showing is way better.

[@katespence5370]

So interesting, great tutorial! Also tulle in pronounced like 'tyool' hehe had me cracking up

[@Txalupacabra]

Awesome video. I suggest unscented super hold hairspray as a hold down to keep the mesh down. Cant wait to try this

[@abrianastewart8056]

Can you speak more on the transparent led diffusers? Is that just a different type of filament?

[@sharazar]

Sound like a simple process just pausing after a layer or to and adding the mesh fabric so it can lock in the print layer.

[@Core-Electronics]

Totally, just keep an eye on your printer for the first couple of layers as it embeds the plastic into the mesh fabric. You really do not want the nozzle to catch on the fabric. Also make sure to use a heat resistant fabric. A fire in a 3D printer makes for a really bad day.

[@sierraecho884]

You can also print the object first and then heat it later on an press into fabric.

[@Core-Electronics]

I dig that idea!

[@shadowslayer552]

FYI it's pronounced like tool not Tully. Good vid tho

[@Core-Electronics]

Cheers for that mate 😊

[@SG-ld4xs]

I died when he said Tully

[@3dtechnologies153]

What high temperature is tulle usable to?

[@Core-Electronics]

Heyya, my nozzle reached a temperature of 235°C and I did not run into any issues.

[@HergerTheJoyous]

This is cool, I'm wondering if you could do it with aluminum window screen.

[@Core-Electronics]

I bet you absolutely can, at least with the more fabric window screen! A brilliant idea too 😊 I love to see what you come up with. Hit us up at our project guide - core-electronics.com.au/projects/

[@Omarquote]

Hi how much would you charge me to make different type of faces for example dinosaurs scallops and if possible a forest

[@Core-Electronics]

Totally all depends on the size and how far away you are from me 😊 hit up your local maker space and I guarantee they will love to help you with your project.

[@DragonLeePWNS]

Does this work on uv curing machines like the elegoo mars or anycubic? Im curious. :)

[@Core-Electronics]

While we haven't attempted it with a resin printer, we imagine it could be very tricky and possibly dangerous as the fabric would soak in the resin even in the sections not being printed on, and since UV resin is hazardous to the skin it might result in irritation or worse if the fabric were to be worn against skin.

[@DragonLeePWNS]

@@Core-Electronics Thank you for the answer, and I thought as much, I just needed confirmation. :) tyty

[@Core-Electronics]

Thomas put his heart and soul in to make it work but totally a messy and prone to accidents process - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5a2gH5_Zq5jg9E

[@DragonLeePWNS]

@@Core-Electronics Yeeeaaa, not worth this mess honestly...the proper tool for a proper job will make things easier, as I like to say it.

[@bodybagwilliams4054]

​@@DragonLeePWNS Albiet a year late, I will also attest your 3d print will be more durable and long lasting than resin. save for obviously durable focus resins they rend to crack and break from wear and tear.

[@applehimedes]

What fillament did you use?

[@Core-Electronics]

Ultimaker White PLA

[@changeyourname8320]

Giving uncle Jesse a run for his money lol

[@Core-Electronics]

Haha no way, he's cooler than me 😋

[@changeyourname8320]

Well I printed on a stronger webbed fabric, if your interested let me know. 🙂

[@Core-Electronics]

Definitely mate! Would love to see it

[@changeyourname8320]

Sent a brief video and photo to your Instagram.

[@PeterAcrat]

🤔"Tulle" is pronounced "Tule" or Tyool (some may say 'chool') :but is Spelt = _Tulle_. ... unlike Eckhart _Tolle_ which is NOT pronounced 'Tole,' 'Toll,' or 'Tole'; but is actually "Tolly" like dolly (not to be confused with Dolle which is a construction business pronounced "Doll-eh" ). Just in case you couldn't sleep without knowing ... IKR. Ur welcome.