[chinsettawong]

I bought a 3D printer last month, and have been learning to draw 3D models.  So, here is my first version of a 3D printed Omega Clone cup.  If it turns out any good, I'll share the file with you.
 

 

 

[n3rdling]

Very cool Wachara!  Which model did you get?  If you don't mind, can you post close up shots of the final plastic pieces so we can see the resolution capabilities of the printer?  I figure I'll wait a good 2 years until I get one since that area should be much improved in that time.
 
Really I just want one for things that would require more than a 3 axis CNC, like the hinge mounting holes you have on the sides of the cups.  Don't forget to draw a slit for the cable to fit through.   I think it'll also come in very handy for making a piece that connects the hinge to the headband.  Good luck!

 

[chinsettawong]

I have a Prusa i3.  The working area is only 180 mm x 180 mm.  My intention is to use it to make parts like the arc and headband.  I'm still learning to draw and having a hard time puting holes in their precise locations. 
 
Unfortunately, I don't have a good camera with me now.  Following pictures are the best that I could take.  I still need to learn a lot about this 3d printing.  I think it has a good potential.
 

 

 

[chinsettawong]

What a fun machine a 3D printer is!  I think it has a very good potential. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Kerry]

Great looking work Wachara.

looks to me like you're getting the hang of this pretty quickly

Can't wait to see what else you come up with.

 

[chinsettawong]

Great looking work Wachara.

looks to me like you're getting the hang of this pretty quickly

Can't wait to see what else you come up with.

 
Thanks.  I've been having a lot of fun learning to use the printer.  I think I have learned quite a few things so far. 

 

 

 
 
The ABS plastic is quite good.  It's melting point is high, and so I try to use it to make a male jack for the headphones.  Looks like it might just work. 

 

 

 

[MuZo2]

Great work

 

[pickyear7]

Brilliant! Very creative and dedicated work. I wonder, do you think a person without much technical knowledge could manage to build a pair?

 

[arnaud]

There you go, Wachara is leading the revolution again!! A bit flashy color for me but impressive nonetheless!
Arnaud

 

[ToddTheMetalGod]

Wachara if you keep improving your designs like this you should apply for a loan, perhaps you could make your own headphone manufacturing company... or develop models for another company at a cost .

 

[chinsettawong]

There you go, Wachara is leading the revolution again!! A bit flashy color for me but impressive nonetheless!
Arnaud

 
Hi Arnaud,
I do feel that the color is too flashy too.  However, it's just a preliminary prototype to prove that it works.  I have a plan to print it out using black ABS plastic. 

 
 
 

Wachara if you keep improving your designs like this you should apply for a loan, perhaps you could make your own headphone manufacturing company... or develop models for another company at a cost

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  When I'm old and retired, I might consider just that.  For now, everything is just for fun. 

 

[TomAus]

Looks great - well done!
 

 

[davidsh]

Lol, I wonder what your headphones would go for if auctioned..

 

[chinsettawong]

Ok, here is an update of my Stax plug.
 

 
 

 
I've put up the file at here
 
You need to sacrifice the pins from 2 sets of XLR male plug to make a piece of this.  The holes are design to be a tight fit for the pins.  Depending on the accuracy of the 3d printer you use, you might need to enlarge the holes a little before you can squeeze the pins in.  Well, you might need a hammer to knock the pins in.  
 
Wachara C.

 

[kevin gilmore]

a very small precision hand vise works much better and forcing the pins in.