Elegoo Neptune 2 3D Printer is Proving Invaluable in the Workshop

Harley Designs, Thingiverse. — Model sourced from Thingiverse and designed by Josh Thiede.

Elegoo Neptune 2 3D Printer is Proving Invaluable in the Workshop. Combined with Fusion 360 CAD/CAM software the production of many brackets, patterns and even go-karts for my grandson’s party bags is impressive. Considering it was purchased via Amazon for just £130 (2021) although I see that offer has ceased. However you can purchase a dual extruder version of the same machine for £199 at the time of writing (January 2022).

(if you follow the link and buy from Amazon as part of their associate program I receive a very very small commission, that goes towards the cost of the site, at no cost to you.))

Examples of prints done to date.

3 manhole covers and side door printed patterns — 3D printed patterns for manhole covers and door cut out

Set of small spanners in printed holders. Magnet adds to security of storage — A flexible system of having small spanners available quickly with the advantage of the size easily seen. Another 6 to printout then a black end to finish.

Two of the 3d printers first patterns to help marking out the Fowler’s tender

Fowler A7 Tender build in 2" scale — 3D Printer spacers act as a third hand for working on the tender for the A7 2″ scale traction engine

Comparison between black commercial tin and 3d printed in grey. A little weight added inside the grey base helps.

The above pictures are but a small example of the uses I’ve put the 3D printer too. I am about to make some patterns to cast brass parts for my 2″ scale Fowler Traction engine build. At present I am working on the Tender and you can follow that (very long term ) project here.

I will update the gallery above from time to time so please check back.

Elegoo Neptune 2 3D Printer is Proving Invaluable in the Workshop

Elegoo Neptune 2 3D Printer is Proving Invaluable in the Workshop

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