Learning to create 3D models in FreeCAD has been a priority for me during the last couple of months. I’ve been taking on increasingly complex modeling tasks, allowing me to test out new tools and workbenches. Here’s my first attempt at using the Sheet metal workbench.
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Printing an angled closet rod mount
I guess a piece of wood cut at the correct angle would do the trick just as well as 3D-printing an angled closet rod mount. But if all you have is a 3D printer, then everything starts to look like a 3D modeling job…
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Creating professional looking enclosures
How to build good looking front panels for premade electronics enclosures.
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Accurate 3D modeling with a flatbed scanner
High precision 3D printing is complicated. But if you own a decent flatbed scanner, you’re already in possession of a very accurate measuring instrument. At least for sketching out certain kinds of shapes.
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How to hide drilling mistakes
Hide drilling failures with this trick if you do something stupid like splintering the surface of a door by sloppy drilling. Argh! Nice opportunity for a 3D cover-up: Make a pair of DIY door handle collars.
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3D-fixing broken parts
I decided to put my 3D printer to work making a new backplate for a broken stove guard. Of course my 3D-fixing evolved into a tedious weekend project.
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