[thormax]

Has anyone used 3d printed parts to convert there mill?

Am in the middle of converting an Sieg X3 and have a 3d printer. I was wondering if anyone have used 3d printed parts like belt pullys, holders for the steppers etc. Also could i 3d print my stepper holders and then mill some in steel to replace the 3d printed ones?

Thanks for all advice

[peteeng]

Yes to all of the above. Not sure why you would print parts, then mill steel parts? Peter

[thormax]

Allright! I just have my doubts if the plastic is strong enough to hold over time. What plastic did you print in, and is there anything to be continuous about?

[thormax]

Allright! I just have my doubts if the plastic is strong enough to hold over time. What plastic did you print in, and is there anything to be continuous about?

[cncuser1]

You could definitely print parts with the correct shape/dimensions but you are right in questioning how long they would last.
I think it is a legitimate strategy to print parts for a temporary conversion, which would allow you to use the temporarily CNC'd machine to make parts for a permanent conversion. I would have done that had I had a printer. It is also a good way prototype parts if you need to.

Some low stress, static parts like wire clips etc. can be printed and used long term provided you choose a material that is resistant to whatever coolants and lubes you use. I'd be curious about what those materials ar though.

[Titaniumboy]

CNC Cookbook has an article about using 3D printed parts as part of a CNC conversion.


https://www.cnccookbook.com/bootstra...on-3d-printer/


Hossmachine had several videos on YouTube where he printed up temporary stepper motor mounts for a Grizzly G0704.

Start at 2:25
https://youtu.be/pPIbb43v_do


https://youtu.be/bj0CQ2qJgyY


https://youtu.be/dKw9d8cF1hk

[thormax]

Thanks again for the info cncuser1 and Titaniumboy

[cncuser1]

Hoss is a great source