The fastest way to iterate on mechanical prototype parts is probably 3d printing, but some parts need to be finally done in machined metal. Wouldn't it be awesome if you could quickly 3D print a part and metalize it within minutes to show your customer asap how the finished part will look like? Clem builds a self contained portable easy to use galvanizing machine on a shoestring budget and tests out its capabilities. Coating Steel with Copper, 3D printed PETG with real Gold reclaimed from old electronics and even a metalized Rubber duck.
Bill of Material:
| Product Name | Manufacturer | Quantity | Buy Kit |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEXAS INSTRUMENTS Digital Isolator, 2 Channel, 70 ns, 3 V, 5.5 V, SOIC, 8 Pins | TI | 1 | Buy Now |
| ALPS ALPINE Rotary Encoder, Insulated Shaft, Mechanical, Incremental, 24 PPR, 24 Detents, Vertical | Alps Alpine | 1 | Buy Now |
| POLYMAKER 3D Printer Filament, PolyLite Series, 1.75mm Dia, Transparent, PETG, 1 kg | Polymaker | 1 | Buy Now |
| XP POWER AC/DC Power Supply, ITE, 2 Output, 42 W, 5 V, 5 A, 24 V | XP-Power | 1 | Buy Now |
| BOURNS SMD Current Sense Resistor, 0.1 ohm, CR Series, 2512 [6432 Metric], 3 W, ± 1%, Metal Film | BOURNS | 1 | Buy Now |
| SCHRACK - TE CONNECTIVITY General Purpose Relay, RZ Series, Power, Non Latching, SPDT, 5 VDC, 16 A | SCHRACK | 1 | Buy Now |
| TEXAS INSTRUMENTS Current Sense Amplifier, 1 Amplifier, SOT-23, 8 Pins, -25 °C, 85 °C | TI | 1 | Buy Now |
| Arduino UNO | Arduino | 1 | Buy Now |
Additional Parts:
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PCB by Aisler |
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Krokoclamps |
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thick cables |
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Glass Jars |
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Copper sulfate, Sodiumbicarbonate, Gold electrolyte |
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Copper pipe, Gold plated spare components |
Metal Plate Your 3D Prints with a DIY Galvanizing Machine