The Long Road - Part 2 - (Stacked) Peltier Elements

3D Printing

Peltiers are interesting things. Inefficient interesting things.

The Long Road - Part 1 - Modifying an old 123-3D Spool Holder

3D Printing

"I love it when a plan comes together."

Yeah, so do I. But sometimes... It doesn't.

So, here's the challenge I set myself: design and build my own filament dryer.

Now what does that have to do with a 123-3D Spool Holder?!?

Plate Lab - X2D / P2S Aruco codes

3D Printing + Plate Lab

With the P2S and X2D Bambu made some changes to the Aruco codes. I couldn't find a detailed description yet (and I don't own an X2D or P2S yet) but this is what I figured out thus far...

Plate Lab - Test Objects for Testing Build Plate Adhesion

3D Printing + Plate Lab

In modern day 3D printers you have a lot of choice in build plates, filaments, temperatures, speeds, making it almost impossible to compare the actual adhesion of the different combinations.

When fooling around with buildplates (see PlateLab) I tried to come up with a way to properly (and objectively) test material / plate adhesion.

Frankenblocks Concept - Part 3

Frankenblocks + Concept

It's time to settle on a specific module size, and decide how a default 'baseplate' should look like.

Frankenblocks Concept - Part 1

Frankenblocks + Concept

So, I decided to create my own STEM system. Step number one was the decision to adapt and adopt Lego bricks. Step number two was figuring out the concept and sizing.

I got some input from an Internet contact who is a teacher, and I used quite a bit of his experience and insight. (He didn't want to be mentioned, but you still deserve the credit, mister X! We'll call you 'Fred' from now on.)

FB-10046-1 - Plate Flat Scarred - 2x4x1

3D Printing + Frankenblocks

A very simple small flat plate 2x4x1, marked with the 'Frankenblocks' logo. Nothing special, but it had to be done.

You can find the model on Makerworld.

Frankenblocks - Eyeing the Competition

Frankenblocks

How to combine Lego with other bits and pieces, including electronics.

Here are the results of my search for 'competitors' (not really 😁) - or better put - for alternatives, sources, ideas, possibilities.

FB-10043-2 - Baseplate Small Technic No Groove - 8x16

3D Printing + Frankenblocks

This is a Frankenblocks baseplate designed for Lego Technic.

You can find the model on Makerworld.

FB-10042-3 - Baseplate Small Technic Dual Groove - 8x16x2

3D Printing + Frankenblocks

This is a Frankenblocks baseplate designed for Lego Technic.

You can find the model on Makerworld.

FB-10010-5 - Brick - 2x4x3

3D Printing + Frankenblocks

Your most basic Lego compatible building block, the 'Hello World' equivalent in the 3D printing building bricks community.

The model can be found on Makerworld.

Other parts can be found in the Frankenblocks Catalogue.

FB-10035-3 - Baseplate Small Dual Groove - 8x16x2

3D Printing + Frankenblocks

This is the basic building plate I use for my Frankenblocks system.

You can find the model on Makerworld.

A catalogue of all (?) my Frankenblocks can be found here.

FB-10017-2 - Calibration Piece

3D Printing + Frankenblocks

This piece is used in the FB-10000-x Calibration package.

You can find that package on Makerworld.

FB-10000-5 - Calibration Package v5

3D Printing + Frankenblocks

These objects can help you calibrate your printer. This should make it easier to print Lego compatible blocks, such as the Frankenblocks. You can find the files on Makerworld.

For most people it will be enough to print plate 1, play a little with X- and Y-compensation for 'snappiness', and be done with it.

Still want to know more? Read on...

Frankenblocks - Dialing in your printer

3D Printing + Frankenblocks

Combining Lego and 3D printing shows again how much engineering went into those stupid little Lego bricks. I can't print as accurate as their factory produces them, but I have to get as close as I can to make things usable.

See also the Frankenblocks Calibration Package!

Skiddle Skedaddle - Return of the Skiddler... or Frankenbricks? Frankenblocks? Whatever...

3D Printing + Frankenblocks

Skiddle Skedaddle. Return of the Skiddler. Well, arrival of the Skiddler, at least. This is going to be my big 2026 project. After world domination, of course.

(What the hell are Skiddles? Or Frankenbricks?)

Bambu Studio - Filament Shrinkage and Scaling

3D Printing

When3D printing objects, you may encounter crimp / shrinkage, when the material cools down.

Where to adjust these parameters in Bambu Studio?

Wacom Cable Protector for Cintiq 21UX (DTZ-2100D)

Wacom + 3D Printing + DIY

One of those things where there is no good solution, except ordering a new cable... because Wacom decided to permanently attach a multi-cable to the monitor, and (poorly) shrink-sleeved / molded a cable splitter.

Plate Lab - Cool & Cold Plates

3D Printing + Plate Lab

Not all cold plates are created equal. And many are simply not cold plates at all.

Here's a comparison between several (cheap) cold plates. Note: if you want me to test another plate, drop me a line, and send me that plate 😊

What am I going to print this year?

3D Printing

What am I going to print this year?

I have no clue yet. But I reserved a post / page for all my crap 😁