Balance Board

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<p>I always try to make functional and useful items. In this case I wanted a balance board for the office so I made a base and attached it to some scrap wood I cut with a sawzall.</p> <h3> Print Settings</h3> <p><strong>Printer Brand:</strong></p> <p>Prusa</p> <p><p class="detail-setting printer"><strong>Printer: </strong> <div><p>Prusa Mk2</p></div><strong>Rafts:</strong></p> <p>No</p> <p><p class="detail-setting supports"><strong>Supports: </strong> <div><p>No</p></div><strong>Resolution:</strong></p> <p>0.25</p> <p><p class="detail-setting infill"><strong>Infill: </strong> <div><p>15-20%</p></div></p> <p><strong>Notes:</strong></p> <p>I used Prusa 3D slicer to do this but Cura 2.x is able to get the same settings:</p> <p>3 perimeters (1.2mm)</p> <p>5 top layers (1.25mm)</p> <p>3 bottom layers (0.75mm)</p> <p>Dimensions are with a 0.4mm nozzle and 0.25 layer height.</p> <p>3D infill is my preferred supports to ensure a maximum uniform structure.<br/> The resolution could be increased to 0.15 - 0.1 to get a better curve on the top but I find the stepping is not an issue.</p> <p>Please ensure you are printing at a high enough temperature to get good lamination of layers. Poor construction could lead to injury.</p> <h3> Post-Printing</h3> <p><strong>Glue or Bolts</strong></p> <p>I used contact cement to attach the base to the scrap wood. Nicer pre-cut boards, about 12in diameter, can be purchased at local hardware stores for $7-$15 USD. Precut boards tend to be smooth so you'll want to get some grip tape to go on the top.</p> <p>Indentations can be used to drill holes and install bolts for added strength. I would glue the base on first, drill the hole, and then install the bolt. Covering with grip tape might be useful.</p> <h3> How I Designed This</h3> <p><strong>Fusion 360</strong></p> <p>I used Fusion360 to design and render.</p> <p>Break down:<br/> -Cylindrical extrusion<br/> -Swept spline to make curved base<br/> -Extruded cut for drill guides</p> </p></p></p> Category: Office