Customized T-Loc Handles (3D Printed)

[dpetrzelka]

The cleats are brilliant! Opens up a number of possibilities for cutting/clamping surfaces on the go.

 

[carlb40]

Awesome job, Ben - you just need to add the UK to the list of available countries...  [poke]

[big grin]

Agree with that, i would order some in a few weeks for  the tools i know i will be getting  [big grin]

 

[Wooden Skye]

Ben:

I'm trying to decide what I could do to identify accessories (like abrasives?) versus the tool itself.

When you get a chance, I'd like to see a label that is GREEN on BLACK - opposite of the black on green you've already done - for use as a way to identify an accessory T-LOC systainer. For instance, how about making one that says '150mm' that would go on my abrasive/accessory systainer for my RO150 and ETS150/3?

Ben

Great idea, but I have to agree with Wow, I think the green on black would be slick and be a great way for distinguishing between the tools and accessories.  For example, I would like green with black writing for domino (DF500) and then for my 2 systainers black with green indicating Sipo and Beech.  Just my  [2cents]

 

[Dan Clark]

Ben:

I'm trying to decide what I could do to identify accessories (like abrasives?) versus the tool itself.

When you get a chance, I'd like to see a label that is GREEN on BLACK - opposite of the black on green you've already done - for use as a way to identify an accessory T-LOC systainer. For instance, how about making one that says '150mm' that would go on my abrasive/accessory systainer for my RO150 and ETS150/3?

Ben

Great idea, but I have to agree with Wow, I think the green on black would be slick and be a great way for distinguishing between the tools and accessories.  For example, I would like green with black writing for domino (DF500) and then for my 2 systainers black with green indicating Sipo and Beech.  Just my  [2cents]

Excellent idea!    [thumbs up]

 

[Ben_]

@Dan
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:74830
This is the printer I am using.  (It is my own version of the RepRap Air, and is open source if you want to download the plans) It has a single extruder, so I am printing the faceplates in green, and then using a chisel tip paint pen to add the contrasting color in enamel. There is also a festool hose adaptor I made a while ago available here: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:268760

@WOW
I'll definitely test out the green on black.  I have more black, green and red filament on the way.

@jonny round boy
Once I get the shipping down for the USA and Canada, I'll add the rest of the world.

@ jbair
The printed dominos sound really useful / possible. I'll get my hands on some, and try it out.

time to start printing. Thanks to everyone for their feedback and orders at the Etsy shop.

 

[Dan Clark]

Ben,

Interesting looking beast.  It's great to see quality output on a (apparently) simple machine like. 

I'm going to wait until I seen the black on green and then order.

Thanks,

Dan.

 

[Ben_]

Images of green text on black to denote accessories. Great idea!

I'll add them to the Etsy store tonight.

Production:

 

[semenza]

Hi Ben,

  Welcome to the forum!  [smile]

  Killer first topic and idea!  [thumbs up]

Seth

 

[Wooden Skye]

Ben

The black with green writing looks sharp.  That will definitely be a great way to distinguish between the tool and accessories.

Correct me if I am wrong, but when we go to your store, in the notes to seller, that is where we list the tools/lables we want?  Since they are all custom, can we put something specific, like I have a systainer for my MFT which keeps my clamps, dogs and other things, so can I put MFT on one and when my order comes up, it will be printed.

Thanks
Bryan

 

[bkharman]

Love the green letters with the black background. I thought I had been the first to suggest it but Wayne was ahead of me by a few posts!! 

Great job Ben. Will let things die down a bit for you and will get my order in soon.

Cheers. Bryan.

 

[rmwarren]

Not to sidetrack this thread but I have been following this with interest, what a great example of the power of desktop design/manufacturing along with market research/ marketing (posting on the FOG with photos) and sales/fulfillment (Etsy). From initial post, thru customer feedback, to taking/shipping orders in a few days.

I will risk stating that 5 (perhaps 3??) years ago this would not have been possible, or would have required a lot more up front effort and cost. My own little hobby/venture followed a similar trajectory but much more slowly. Congrats Ben on a great idea and execution; hope you have lots of success.

Back on topic - would it make any sense to inset the text +/- 1mm instead of raising it, and using the paint fill the inset voids? Should save a little on materials cost/printing time and might prevent the paint from wearing as easily?

Just my [2cents].

RMW

 

[Ben_]

Richard, thank you for the kind words.

Regarding the inset... I tried it in an initial batch, but was unable to get the printed text to look crisp. A lot of this has to do with the way the printer builds perimeters / infill. Unfortunately, everything wound up looking like bubble letters.

They Etsy shop has been updated to include the green on black faceplates.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/123one

 

[Julie]

Would you please add the first aid white cross on red to the store?

Also, is is possible to get other background colors? I would like to order KTM in black on an orange background.

 

[Ben_]

Julie,

I have 1kg of red filament on the way. The  first aid cross on red should be available in about a week.

I don't have orange filament at the moment, but maybe I can add more colors as this project evolves. I could print white versions to be spray painted.

 

[mike_aa]

@mike_aa

I agree, the base clips would be useful too. I'll look into printing something similar.

Hi Ben,

I know you've been really busy, but any luck yet with these?

Thanks, Mike A.

 

[Massemannen]

Ben this is such an awesome idea!!!
Made these last night... Printed with ABS on my Replicator 2. Will try to use Acetone vapors and smooth the surface out a bit. Find it to rough at the moment. Keep up the fine work!

 

[Ben_]

nice!

When I get home tonight, I can send you the file I made with all of the model #s.

 

[promark747]

Ben this is such an awesome idea!!!
Made these last night... Printed with ABS on my Replicator 2. Will try to use Acetone vapors and smooth the surface out a bit. Find it to rough at the moment. Keep up the fine work!

Very nice...your filament looks to be very close to original Festool green (maybe it's the lighting).

 

[Massemannen]

Yes Ben please do that... Let´s share our stuff and I´ll send mine!  [smile]

 

[Ben_]

Massemannen, below is an .stl file with the all of the model #s I have printed so far. There is also a blank faceplate to be customized. Units are millimeters.
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/78156941/123one/t_loc_variations.stl

I made some videos to go through the installation process.