LASERBEAM

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LASERBEAM This new concept idea and quick start will help you create a low-cost laser projector that projects stunning silhouettes, stencil art, logos, text, and more. I couldn't find any similar projects online, which is why I'm excited to share this innovative idea with the community. To build your own LASERBEAM, you'll need just a few basic materials: * 3D printer (you can also use CNC or scissors/knife and cardboard, but I don't have instructions for those methods) * Laser pointer * Mobile phone macro camera lens (clip-on) * Some tape I experimented with different lenses and configurations, but the best results came from using a cheap macro lens. The goal is to spread the laser light in a wide bundle, creating a bright and vibrant projection. When mounting the laser in the LASERBEAM tunnel, the housing will block excess light, resulting in sharp, straight outline lines and a clean green square screen. Making your own slides is easy and fast, thanks to 3D printing. You can design new slides quickly using your favorite 3D software. I've also created a separate template for LASERBEAM slides that you can use as a starting point: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2259284. If you want to beam logos or stencils, you'll need to convert them into vector format using GIMP (free) or Illustrator. Export the vectors in a compatible line format for your favorite 3D software (try SVG or DXF). Download the "Slide_template_forLASERBEAM.stl" file and place the imported line drawing on top of it. Intersect the line drawing with the template, extrude, or delete unwanted elements to create your custom slide. With a cheap green laser, you can achieve projections up to 3+ meters in size, depending on the darkness of the wall and the strength of your laser. To get started quickly, print one slide and prepare your laser pointer with the lens. Use some tape to combine the two. You can then try out the effect while printing the LASERBEAM tunnel and holder. The LASERBEAM consists of three parts: Laser holder, Laser tunnel, and a slide. 3D part details: * Slide size: 4.6x4.9x0.16 cm * "Normal laser" holder .stl - laser diameter: 1.3 cm * "Big laser" holder .stl - laser diameter: 2 cm Stretching the concept idea, I'm working on some exciting new features: * Laser project LCD screen: I've tried projecting through LCD screens with no success yet. I'll experiment with other screens and try to find a compatible one. * Upgrading the laser to a more powerful one * Interchangeable "gun style" handles * Multi-color laser * Automatic slides * DIA projector * Slides with moving elements * Experimenting with LED's instead of lasers What are your thoughts on improving this concept? Lasers can be hazardous, so please exercise caution when working with this project. Custom Section: I'm grateful for all the downloads and feedback I've received. However, I'd love to see more people share their printed results! If you appreciate my models and tutorials, please consider providing something back in return: pictures, comments, tips, a thank you, a follow, or a like. Thanks for watching! If you enjoy this model, please support me by checking out my other creations: * LABEL SLIDER - (NES) http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2159241 * Ancient "3D printing" Technique (Cylinder Seal VA-243) (Tutorial + Example) http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1597817 * Machinegun Mickey http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1691460 * How to make Human(ized) 3D Models? (Tutorial + Example) http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1672403 * Godzilla Diorama-KIT http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1726345 Want to help me because you like my models? You can donate a bit of your device resources while downloading/printing my models, generating some JSECoins for me in return. It won't use much of your device's resources and no sign-up is required: https://techtek.github.io/Steemeum/jse.html Or, if you prefer to make a crypto donation, you can use the following module: ...