Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this video we are going to create a full scale 3D printed brake caliper and rotor model including a wheel bearing hub with real tapered roller bearings from a vehicle so the whole assembly spins! Additionally, I've created a mounting provision for an LED strip so we can light up our model to make the ultimate desk accessory for car enthusiasts.
I will walk you through all of the considerations for printing, including any special notes about print profiles, slicing, adding supports, etc. The typical build volume required is roughly 250mm x 250mm build plate or larger. If you have a 3D printer with a small print area you may have to break up some of the parts even further.
This model will look fantastic on your desk, shelf, or on display at your business. You can even use it as an educational tool to show the components and construction of vehicle brakes and bearing hub assemblies.
All of these parts were originally printed on my Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo, you can find that machine here:
► store.anycubic.com/products/kobra-s1-combo?ref=vjtqdavl&variant=45153460682914
Some parts can optionally be laser cut. If you want the absolute best unit for acrylic laser cutting, look no further than the xTool P2S:
► xtool.com/products/xtool-p2-p2s-55w-desktop-co2-laser-cutters?ref=D5HpJRsyqyUUnt&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=goaffpro&utm_term=5306&variant=46320283156719
I have provided all of the model files for 3D printing on makerworld at the following link below:
► makerworld.com/en/models/1258975-brake-and-bearing-hub-model-1-1-scale-with-leds
The following hardware parts are required to build the model. As an Amazon associate I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you)
Tapered roller bearings (1 of each):
► amzn.to/41JQKGs
► amzn.to/3E6rb9k
Thread forming screws. You will need 35 screws, so a pack of 50 is sufficient. In the video I used M4 x 10 but these are essentially the same and easier / cheaper to find in North America:
► amzn.to/4c5qpG8
Optional LED strip (COB white)
► amzn.to/3XyzYaR
COB RGB:
► amzn.to/4hW0hPB
If you are new to 3D printing I still think you should have realistic expectations of the learning curve involved with the hobby. The machine works well out of the box but if you happen to run into issues you will likely get frustrated at first. Take a deep breath, stick with it and don't give up! It doesn't matter if you have an Anycubic, Creality, Bambu Labs, or any other popular high speed printer of this era, eventually you will need to do some troubleshooting. Stick with it!
A few other cool tools and things for 3D printer enthusiasts. (As an Amazon associate I may earn a small commission at NO extra cost to you)
Polymaker PolyTerra PLA (One of my favorite filaments):
► amzn.to/3sdhK1x
eSUN PLA+ (Another one of my favorite filaments):
► amzn.to/3QA4tuq
Electric Screwdriver:
► amzn.to/3JRbbZe
Rechargeable Batteries:
► amzn.to/3W6dAoK
#JDM #fastandfurious #3dprinting #maker
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If you enjoy and have benefited from my content and are feeling generous I would love your support! You can "buy me a coffee" here:
► paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=V2T6MEFUGP73Y
By supporting my channel you are encouraging me to continue with this time consuming endeavor.
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In this video we are going to create a full scale 3D printed brake caliper and rotor model including a wheel bearing hub with real tapered roller bearings from a vehicle so the whole assembly spins! Additionally, I've created a mounting provision for an LED strip so we can light up our model to make the ultimate desk accessory for car enthusiasts.
I will walk you through all of the considerations for printing, including any special notes about print profiles, slicing, adding supports, etc. The typical build volume required is roughly 250mm x 250mm build plate or larger. If you have a 3D printer with a small print area you may have to break up some of the parts even further.
This model will look fantastic on your desk, shelf, or on display at your business. You can even use it as an educational tool to show the components and construction of vehicle brakes and bearing hub assemblies.
All of these parts were originally printed on my Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo, you can find that machine here:
► store.anycubic.com/products/kobra-s1-combo?ref=vjtqdavl&variant=45153460682914
Some parts can optionally be laser cut. If you want the absolute best unit for acrylic laser cutting, look no further than the xTool P2S:
► xtool.com/products/xtool-p2-p2s-55w-desktop-co2-laser-cutters?ref=D5HpJRsyqyUUnt&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=goaffpro&utm_term=5306&variant=46320283156719
I have provided all of the model files for 3D printing on makerworld at the following link below:
► makerworld.com/en/models/1258975-brake-and-bearing-hub-model-1-1-scale-with-leds
The following hardware parts are required to build the model. As an Amazon associate I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you)
Tapered roller bearings (1 of each):
► amzn.to/41JQKGs
► amzn.to/3E6rb9k
Thread forming screws. You will need 35 screws, so a pack of 50 is sufficient. In the video I used M4 x 10 but these are essentially the same and easier / cheaper to find in North America:
► amzn.to/4c5qpG8
Optional LED strip (COB white)
► amzn.to/3XyzYaR
COB RGB:
► amzn.to/4hW0hPB
If you are new to 3D printing I still think you should have realistic expectations of the learning curve involved with the hobby. The machine works well out of the box but if you happen to run into issues you will likely get frustrated at first. Take a deep breath, stick with it and don't give up! It doesn't matter if you have an Anycubic, Creality, Bambu Labs, or any other popular high speed printer of this era, eventually you will need to do some troubleshooting. Stick with it!
A few other cool tools and things for 3D printer enthusiasts. (As an Amazon associate I may earn a small commission at NO extra cost to you)
Polymaker PolyTerra PLA (One of my favorite filaments):
► amzn.to/3sdhK1x
eSUN PLA+ (Another one of my favorite filaments):
► amzn.to/3QA4tuq
Electric Screwdriver:
► amzn.to/3JRbbZe
Rechargeable Batteries:
► amzn.to/3W6dAoK
#JDM #fastandfurious #3dprinting #maker
*********************************
If you enjoy and have benefited from my content and are feeling generous I would love your support! You can "buy me a coffee" here:
► paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=V2T6MEFUGP73Y
By supporting my channel you are encouraging me to continue with this time consuming endeavor.
Follow me on Instagram!
► instagram.com/embracemaking
