How to transform inexpensive metal 3D prints into functional works of art @NeedItMakeIt
How to transform inexpensive metal 3D prints into functional works of art  @NeedItMakeIt
Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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This was an 'Awesome' :) project, I'm very happy with the results, I'd love to try a tumbler to see how it might be able to save some time polishing, but it really wasn't too bad because the parts were pretty small. Using a die grinder might be too aggressive, but maybe it would work better on a bigger part with walls which weren't so thin.

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pcbway.com (Pricing in USD)
Nylon Sweeper Duct: $7.34
Nylon Base (I paint): $21.85
Alum. Sweeper Duct: $29.27
Alum. Cuttle Duct: $29.27
Alum. DuctyMcDuctFace Duct: $35.66
Resin Silkscreened Base: $230.10 ea.

To save cost, I'd go with a nylon print and instead I'd paint the embossed area by hand, or 3D print a template to help with the painting. Silk-screening one side only would also save a lot of the cost.

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