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3D Printed hybrid version of John Moran's Four Facet Sharpener
I've been working with John to create a 3D printed version of his well known four facet sharpener design.
Using 3D printing for the majority of the parts makes this a readily reproduceable design and the 3D prints don't undermine the basic concept or functionality. It also makes the undertaking of this project more attractive to a wider audience.
I've created a ZIP file download that contains (hopefully) all you need to reproduce the design. This includes a full write up, the original Fusion 360 files, STEP files for the 3D parts and 2D PDF drawings of the remaining metalwork parts. See the link below.
https://www.altrish.co.uk/2022/09/08/3d-printed-four-facet-sharpener/
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Happy printing and grinding
Alan
3D Printed four facet fixture.
The 3D printed four facet fixture is a workable variation of the well known drill grinding method and is a workable solution to get up and running quickly.
I have no doubt that with John Moran on board it will be well done and with accuracy to match.
3D Printed Four Facet jig.
I know we are talking 3D printing here, but “My personal preference” here is machined from solid steel components. I am a retired mold maker so I am very familiar with plastics and the tooling to produce precision parts. Because of my background I tend to be a “precision freak” which is one of my handicaps.
Dam, I wish I wasn’t so fussy!!!
Dick
3D Printed 4 Facet Fixture
I vividly remember the very early, low resolution SLA prototypes. Being in the mold making business we were often given these crude models as an aid in visualization of the molded part.