Today I stoped procrastinating and got down to Blueprint (the maker space) at the Library. It was the last day they were open for 2020, before the Christmas break.
As far as I know the metal post at my drive way gate has never had a cap. I used to have some duct tape to stop the rain water getting in, but this looked tacky and was only a temporary fix. So I designed a plastic cap using Shaper 3D (free iPad app). I actually completed the design months ago but never got around to printing it until today.
This is the first 3D print design I have created. The staff at Blueprint assisted me to import my .stl file to check dimensions, transfer to an SD card and setup the printer. Then I had 5 hours and 20 mins to wait for the finished product.
The cap fit in tightly with just enough overhang. No sanding was required. Next I will need to paint the post black to match the gate and the cap.
You never know how well something will turn out when using software and hardware for the first time and taking digital shapes and turning them into physical objects. I’m really impressed with how well it turned out. Now I’m looking forward to my next creation in the new year.
