My brain is just blown away. This is really, really impressive. You got me into PC gaming from that gaming setup video from the BF4 days and now maybe 3D printing is the next step. Just gotta figure out how to design stuff because I don't ever draw anything.
For practical models, i myself and most people use CAD software, such as Fusion360(wich is basically free for consumers). It is quite simple and just consists of you drawing 2d profiles and then extruding them into 3d. It can be tricky to get into but very rewarding at the same time, plus, there are great beginner tutorials. 3d printing can be very easy if you have a little bit of patience and trust me, its worth it. Good luck!!
FreeCAD is open source and follows paradigm of Solidworks and F360. Better yet, it is not cloud based or controlled by AutoDesk which changes with the wind to get Xmas bonuses for CFO's/Shareholders.
Looks sweet, not into 3d printing myself (maybe one day) but do build a fair bit in steel and wood and the satisfaction of creating something that you yourself thought up and then made from step 1 to finish is hard to beat.
Dude, you did well. Seriously, I'm honestly impressed. That is not an easy feat considering I have been designing and producing things for clients for 14 years. I would love to give you some outlets for materials to take that to the next level that have plenty of hands on application for the custom appeal. Up to u. Nevertheless, love your juice and please keep it coming. Cheers
the mouse charger device you made at 5:28 is revolutionary, my jaw actually dropped, we need this to be a legitimate product that comes with all wireless mice
It is very cool, but the down side is that it's not good to constantly be charging your devices. It just wears the battery much faster than letting it slowly drain over time. Same goes with the phone, the battery will last much longer if you keep it off chargers constantly trickle charging.
Awesome project! I like how Bambu Lab drops their X1/X1C and P1P Printers and like every person on planet earth got one. It's really nice to see how so many youtubers from all generes start using 3D printers and making content and also push the 3D printing community forward.
I've had a Sidewinder X1 and a CR10 before, the Bambu Lab printers are just in a while different reality. I now have a Bambu Lab X1C Carbon with the AMS system. Btw, the X1C can print TPU just fine, just don't use the AMS for it.
Gotta say man, I've never really been all that curious about 3D printing. But you seriously just sold me on how with a little creativity you can solve some pretty simple problems here and there using those things.
Yes, 3D printing is a Godsend for creating custom storage solutions. Love my printer for being able to create niche products on the fly that fit my needs specifically.
Glad to see you using 3D Printing for some cool setup stuff. I've been into it for quite a while now. You should look into some 3D Printed Flight Sim stuff. I've seen ppl remake classic HOTAS and other gear that isn't available anymore with components from newer gear that done have the some form factor or features. There's also completely custom stuff out there which blows my mind.
Perhaps the thing I took away from this video for myself must be the magnetised wireless mouse charger. Of course, that doesn't take away from the cable clutter, but definitely streamlines the charging process. That's something I should look into on my phone as well!
Nice man for a youtuber that's not a 3d printing channel you did amazingly! So nice to see 3D printing move into other hobbies with a lot more ease than before.
I didn't expect a gamer channel doing 3D printing. I'm here for 3D printing videos and this video popped up. Looks like more people are getting into making their own stuff these days.
7:12 you can also pull the XLR connector on one side and pulling it through the arm which was the original official way of doing your XLR. It looks cleaner and it protects the cable much better.
i love this style of video... the only truly practical thing i've designed and 3d printed was a dash mounted phone holder, it worked pretty good for when i was doing doordash
That's super cool, I've been meaning to get into printing, it's always awesome to see people create unique and useful items. I'd love to see more of this.
Nice bearing for the TPU. I had to do something innovative as well to prevent it from stretching. You can make little thumbstick risers for your controller with TPU if you haven’t already. Love it!
I've done the exact same thing with my Logitech mouse, but I don't have a base, this way I can still use it and charge if I need to. Great vid, loved the Stream deck/wireless charger base.
I am not a gamer (besides Civilization) and I am not (yet) a 3D printer.. this video popped up in my YT screen.. and boi oh boi was I pleased with it. Amazing job, very well done, some serious ingenuity here. Kudos to you. (obviousl I subbed mid way through the video). take care
This is a phenomenal use of 3D Printing and while I, too prefer to use my printer for practical applications, there is nothing wring with printing useless junk. I especially like the modular holder for the stream deck/phone charger/card reader holder.
If you want xlr cable neatness, you can run the xlr cable inside the rode PSA1 if you have a soldering iron. Just disconnect the XLR connector, feed the cable through, reattach it. I don't know why nobody does this. The channels internally are the perfect size and the joints have plenty of strain relief on them. I did it like a decade ago and the same cable is still going strong with no issues. It works so well that it feels like this is how they were designed to be used tbh.
Whip out the soldering iron, disconnect one end of the XLR cable, thread it through the arm, then solder the end back on. That arm is designed for that.
I stopped gaming and playing airsoft a few years ago, and as such lost touch with your channel. My RU-vid feed is almost entirely 3D printing based, so was a nice surprise to see you pop up! Hope you’re doing well.
niiice :) i mostly print stuff for my sim setup. switch panels, hotas mounts etc. i love being able to prototype at home, printing while sleeping feels like youre getting work done while sleeping XD
I saw a scary documentary about 3D printed guns recently... I find the idea pretty scary, but love to see the engineering/design very interesting. Great job with this video 👍
This is literally the main reason I want a 3d printer - solutions to problems, accessories for things that would otherwise cost an arm and a leg. Maybe even eventually making something new on my own too.
i also have the rode PSA-1 i jsut ran the cable inside it. its easy enough to do, you've just got to remove the mic end XLR connection, run it through the stand and solder or reconnect it back on afterwards. i used a short cable about 1.5m to begin with so that cable is only for use with my psa 1. it works perfectly and is the most clean aesthetic.
very nice design. I don't have the streamdeck, but it def gives me ideas for my phone charger, 10-slot USB port, etc. Great idea, and yours looks great!
Hey guys, today we are 3D printing some of my favorite weapons from the Battlefield Franchise. First up, a fully functional recreation of BF4's Rail gun
That extension for the streamdeck and phone looks really satisfying. And the magnetic extension for the mouse was a smart play as well! Looking clean, and makes the keyboard in general look a tad more futuristic in my opinion. Which I like. Good video. Now if only I had the money to get a 3D printer, and have the space for it and to store filament as well. Hah. One day
Enjoyed this, but for a while I thought it was going to end along the lines of "after the success printing a drawer, I decided to print a whole new desk!" :). Can't wait to see what you do next!
Amazing build ! I love the intention and your execution ! Only one small tip, in your place I would have used normal metal sliders for the drawer, I wouldn't print parts that are available and reliable.
The, anti-dead-skin-stain frictionless mouse pad. Something I made for my setup was a mouse mat printed in Polyoxymethaline, the same material used on mouse feet to help prevent them from binding. I used 100% gyroid infil and made the whole thing about 2.5mm thick and removed the top face layers in gcode so the pattern should show through, giving the optical sensor in the mouse something to track and making the surface look really neat. POM filament is not easy to work with and even your carbon might have trouble without a heated enclosure. So maybe try a different plastic with a low coefficient of friction.
I have also printed several pieces for my desk setup over the past few years including Stream Deck and Stream Deck XL cases for mounting, various adapters for mounting, Mic Cable clips, and even full-on Virpil joystick mounts. This in combination with a 2020 Extruded aluminum system you can come up with some pretty cool solutions. Though I'm still trying to find THE solution for all my gear.
This was a very inspirational video! I've built surfaces and holders on the armrests on my chair for some of my peripherals. This is an everlasting ongoing project that's almost become more of a fun thing of solving it than being a finished solution, to be honest. Although it's getting better with time. When it comes to 3D printing I think it's easy to get hung up on using it as the complete solution rather than a part it I really liked the tray for the Stream Deck, phone and the card reader/USB connection. Since my Stream Deck has magnets built into it (for the stand that came with it) I'm planning to integrate that into the print that's going to be mounted on my chair. Also got some ideas for folding mounts for joystick and throttle, but this comment is already getting way too long to go into the details of that. 😅
this is great! i have similar dreams but a full dashboard, like a car. it will curve round and hold things like a elgato keypad, a phone holder/charger, in built speakers. i even have an idea to create a toaster style slot for my battery packs to fit into, and charge. if you want to be fancy, you could add lights to show that it has finished charging. or a NFC trigger on your phone to connect to bluetooth speaker input.
Your normal content is very good but not for me, but this video absolutely is. Your narration, editing, and direction is fantastic and I'd absolutely watch more of this and subscribe to a second channel with more of your DIY content.
you need to consider investing in the superlight and charging pad, i never have to worry about my mouse being charged, you don't need the dongle as its built in to the charge pad and you can put the pad under your existing mouse pad.
just awesome.. same way i live. if i need something, i just learn it and utilize it. 3d prints and modeling is a challenge but rewarding when it works...
7:45 what? They even sell own tpu. If your tpu is properly dried the bambu lab printers will eat the without hesitation, don’t worry and try it 😁👍 (i just checked, tpu lists even under the „ideal“ part in the material list)
Awesome Level, 3D printing is so cool, especially when it’s done in a practical application. Been following this tech since it was announced years ago!
Wasn't expecting this video :D that's some really nice quality of life prints kinda inspiring me to do more desk prints, so far I just have my phone cradle and headphone stand.
Also try fuzzy skin to hide some of the layer lines. Update the fuzzy settings to be half the width of your nozzle diameter. This way you will get a super subtle fuzz that doesn't look like fuzzy skin but more like it was made in a rough mold.
Okay so this is not a dig at all but I love how you mention how 3d printing is getting cheaper and then switch to talking about a 1k + printer. Like you are 100% correct it was just funny to me
