Uploaded March 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Need a part to fix something in your house? Why not just 3d print it? In this video, I look at how to find parts for common repairs, how to modify them for your needs, and how to print them. I also discuss the impact of print orientation on strength.
Video Content
00:00 Introduction
03:14 What is OpenSCAD
04:28 Finding Models to Print
05:54 Customizing Models
09:37 How Strong are These Models
10:32 Print Orientation and Strength
11:13 Exporting as STL for Printing
12:22 Resizable Bracket Model
15:15 3d Printed Hinges
17:39 3d Printed Chains
21:43 3d Printed Nuts and Bolts
Here are links to the models I used in this video:
Bolts, Nuts, Screws
thingiverse.com/thing:193647
parametric hinges
thingiverse.com/thing:2187167
Chain
thingiverse.com/thing:28405
Corner Angle (brace)
thingiverse.com/thing:581036
Shelf Bracket
thingiverse.com/thing:2226
MakeWithTech Shelf Bracket
thingiverse.com/thing:4780276
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 website.
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) manufacturer's 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. .
Need a part to fix something in your house? Why not just 3d print it? In this video, I look at how to find parts for common repairs, how to modify them for your needs, and how to print them. I also discuss the impact of print orientation on strength.
Video Content
00:00 Introduction
03:14 What is OpenSCAD
04:28 Finding Models to Print
05:54 Customizing Models
09:37 How Strong are These Models
10:32 Print Orientation and Strength
11:13 Exporting as STL for Printing
12:22 Resizable Bracket Model
15:15 3d Printed Hinges
17:39 3d Printed Chains
21:43 3d Printed Nuts and Bolts
Here are links to the models I used in this video:
Bolts, Nuts, Screws
thingiverse.com/thing:193647
parametric hinges
thingiverse.com/thing:2187167
Chain
thingiverse.com/thing:28405
Corner Angle (brace)
thingiverse.com/thing:581036
Shelf Bracket
thingiverse.com/thing:2226
MakeWithTech Shelf Bracket
thingiverse.com/thing:4780276
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 website.
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) manufacturer's 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. .
