3D Pen Experiments

[Dave Ward]

John,
how long did it take to 'sketch' the Pantheon?, and how much filament?
Dave

[Jim R]

Hi John
Interesting. There are a few videos on YouTube. On one the rough finish was smoothed off with what looked like a flat headed soldering iron?
Jim

[wotan]

Dave It took a few hours to do, partly learning what to avoid. I guess about 50 foot of filament since my 800 foot reel has not gone down too much.

Hi Jim Yes it can be smoothed off but a perfect finish takes a long time.

John

[wotan]

Final experiments with my new toy.

Tried some extra smoothing on this one.



And finally this is probably the best use of 3D pens, for my grand daughter.



John

[Mini Me]

That is one Cwazzzzy Wabbit! Bet the grand daughter loves it. Rick H.

[SimonT]

Wow, John that wabbit is by far the best thing I have seen produced with one of those pens

Usually the output is a small spidery blobby thing without any proper form to it

Is it hollow or partially filled in?

Looks like it has been knitted

[Steven000]

I'm really impressed with your pen-sculptures John :thumb2: It's not something I plan to buy but you're doing a great job with it ; )
Cheers, Steven

[Jim R]

Hi John
You've certainly got the hang of your new toy. Your artistic ability shines through. Love the rabbit.
Jim

[wotan]

Thanks guys.

Simon it is hollow. it is formed around a sort of space frame built up like an internal scaffold then slowly filled in on the outside. The construction process is really a great challenge and a lot of fun.

John