Uploaded October 2020 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A unique capability of 3d printing is the ability to produces prints with movable parts that are printed in place. This magical capability is enabled by the layer by layer printing process and the ability of 3d printers to bridge small gaps. In this video, I discuss the technology behind 3d printing objects with moveable parts, how to tune your printer for better prints, and highlight some of my favorite prints.
00:00 Introduction
01:27 3d Printing Concepts
03:28 Precision and Tolerance Testing
05:40 3d Printed Hinge Explained
07:20 Optimizing Settings for Movable 3d Prints
12:48 Sample Toys with Moving Parts
If you want to show off your prints and discuss these concepts head over to:
forum.drvax.com
The MakeWithTech discussion forum is a completely free user community with hundreds of users interested in using and discussing how to utilize technology to make fun and usage projects.
Here are links to some of the items mentioned in this video:
Make 2015 Shootout Tests — including the tolerance test
thingiverse.com/thing:533472/files
Heart
thingiverse.com/thing:662447/files
Crocz
thingiverse.com/thing:941177/files
Spinner
thingiverse.com/thing:2237509/files
Snake
thingiverse.com/thing:3674315/files
Butterfly
thingiverse.com/thing:2810756
Flexi Dragon — Not in this video but another print I really like
thingiverse.com/thing:3505423
Dolphin
thingiverse.com/thing:1757590
Rotating Rings
thingiverse.com/thing:251118
Let's continue to learn together. Irv
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The following links are to products I have used, reviewed, or evaluated for the MakeWithTech community. Some of the links below are affiliate links that provide commissions, at no cost to you, and help support the MakeWithTech video production, purchase of products for reviews, lab, forum, and web site.
I have reviewed the following printers or similar printers:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/3d-printers-reviewed-on-drvax-youtube-channel
These are some of the tools I use for 3d printing day-to-day:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/basic-3d-printing-tools
I have reviewed or used the following 3d printer upgrades:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/3d-printer-upgrades
Here are the 3d printer filaments I use to evaluate prints, software, and techniques:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/3d-printing-filament-i-use-at-drvax
I will be covering basic electronics and software in future MakeWithTech segments and here are the products I am using:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/software-and-electronic-kits
Some of the Woodworking products I use:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/drvax-woodworking-tools-and-supplies
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** Affiliate disclaimer: some of the above links in my videos may be affiliate links, which generate a sales commission for me. Your price is the same or less than if you go to the site directly. These sales commissions help to support the MakeWithTech channel. (https://makewithtech.com)
** MakeWithTech and the MakeWithTech videos are Copyright Cogitations, LLC. (https://cogitations.com)
** Equipment used in the MakeWithTech videos has the potential to cause injury if misused. Use all equipment and tools at your own risk and follow all manufacturer's safety recommendations.
** Cogitations, LLC licenses all music used in the MakeWithTech videos from Epidemic Sound. Cogitations, LLC uses only authorized or open source clip art and third party images. Images and videos used in product reviews and tutorials are from the original product (software or hardware) manufacturers site.
** We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. .
A unique capability of 3d printing is the ability to produces prints with movable parts that are printed in place. This magical capability is enabled by the layer by layer printing process and the ability of 3d printers to bridge small gaps. In this video, I discuss the technology behind 3d printing objects with moveable parts, how to tune your printer for better prints, and highlight some of my favorite prints.
00:00 Introduction
01:27 3d Printing Concepts
03:28 Precision and Tolerance Testing
05:40 3d Printed Hinge Explained
07:20 Optimizing Settings for Movable 3d Prints
12:48 Sample Toys with Moving Parts
If you want to show off your prints and discuss these concepts head over to:
forum.drvax.com
The MakeWithTech discussion forum is a completely free user community with hundreds of users interested in using and discussing how to utilize technology to make fun and usage projects.
Here are links to some of the items mentioned in this video:
Make 2015 Shootout Tests — including the tolerance test
thingiverse.com/thing:533472/files
Heart
thingiverse.com/thing:662447/files
Crocz
thingiverse.com/thing:941177/files
Spinner
thingiverse.com/thing:2237509/files
Snake
thingiverse.com/thing:3674315/files
Butterfly
thingiverse.com/thing:2810756
Flexi Dragon — Not in this video but another print I really like
thingiverse.com/thing:3505423
Dolphin
thingiverse.com/thing:1757590
Rotating Rings
thingiverse.com/thing:251118
Let's continue to learn together. Irv
---
The following links are to products I have used, reviewed, or evaluated for the MakeWithTech community. Some of the links below are affiliate links that provide commissions, at no cost to you, and help support the MakeWithTech video production, purchase of products for reviews, lab, forum, and web site.
I have reviewed the following printers or similar printers:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/3d-printers-reviewed-on-drvax-youtube-channel
These are some of the tools I use for 3d printing day-to-day:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/basic-3d-printing-tools
I have reviewed or used the following 3d printer upgrades:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/3d-printer-upgrades
Here are the 3d printer filaments I use to evaluate prints, software, and techniques:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/3d-printing-filament-i-use-at-drvax
I will be covering basic electronics and software in future MakeWithTech segments and here are the products I am using:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/software-and-electronic-kits
Some of the Woodworking products I use:
➡︎ kit.co/makewithtech/drvax-woodworking-tools-and-supplies
---
** Affiliate disclaimer: some of the above links in my videos may be affiliate links, which generate a sales commission for me. Your price is the same or less than if you go to the site directly. These sales commissions help to support the MakeWithTech channel. (https://makewithtech.com)
** MakeWithTech and the MakeWithTech videos are Copyright Cogitations, LLC. (https://cogitations.com)
** Equipment used in the MakeWithTech videos has the potential to cause injury if misused. Use all equipment and tools at your own risk and follow all manufacturer's safety recommendations.
** Cogitations, LLC licenses all music used in the MakeWithTech videos from Epidemic Sound. Cogitations, LLC uses only authorized or open source clip art and third party images. Images and videos used in product reviews and tutorials are from the original product (software or hardware) manufacturers site.
** We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. .
