3D printing of Apollo AV parts ??

[zoila]

A friend of mine (who is a 3d printer genius) has been challenging himself with improving parts on my AV1 scooter, so far he has made handle covers, switches & propeller tabs. The idea is to make them stronger without using the original inject mould ABS, but UV stable ABS filament. Have only started trialing the parts performance /strength and very pleased with the results so far.
Has anyone else designed any parts? Would like to see some ideas a well.
-Carl

 

[zoila]

 

[happy-diver]

Magnificent!


How about you buzz up some screw caps

 

[andrespp]

Nice! The red button is particularly prone to break.

 

[emoreira]

There is a whole Sub-Forum for 3D printing.
3D Printing, Laser & CNC
We are a lot of people here 3D printing scuba related parts and spares.

 

[zoila]

Magnificent!


How about you buzz up some screw caps

Yep the screw caps have also been replicated, he is thinking of using a softer plastic almost like rubber in future- to help with removal, they are really hard to get out without damaging or putting holes in.
The trigger button handle cover was a bit tricky to get right, but it now fits perfectly and feels solid, the printers layering actually gives the handle more grip as well.

 

[zoila]

There is a whole Sub-Forum for 3D printing.
3D Printing, Laser & CNC
We are a lot of people here 3D printing scuba related parts and spares.

I think it’s fantastic to be able to create or improve scuba parts with these printers, once you have the design on file its essentially a spare parts shop at home.

 

[happy-diver]

Noice!

 

[zoila]

Currently working on printing the complete inner handle assemblies for both sides, also looking at redesigning/engineering a whole different reed/switch set up, stay tuned........

 

[happy-diver]

Dude!