A 3-D Printing Pen -- uses for model railroading?

Metro Red Line Feb 21, 2013

  1. Metro Red Line

    Metro Red Line TrainBoard Member

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  2. Shortround

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    I saw that advertised a couple days ago an find it quite interesting but, there wasn't a price given.
     
  3. FriscoCharlie

    FriscoCharlie Staff Member TrainBoard Supporter

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    I can't get the link to open.
     
  4. Mike VE2TRV

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    I can see a lot of handrails made with that. Air lines. Details. Fixing broken handrails. "Drawing" hoses laid out on the ground. Wires. Extension cords.

    I think it could be useful...:cool:
     
  5. Steve S

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    The quality doesn't look good enough for handrails. I could see it useful for hoses and cables. Also for trees and vines, possibly.

    Steve S
     
  6. Mike VE2TRV

    Mike VE2TRV TrainBoard Member

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    I wouldn't "draw" the handrails in midair. I read most of the web page and it's possible to draw on a flat surface (a template) and use that. I do agree that a steady hand is needed - and not too much caffeine...:teeth:
     
  7. Alan

    Alan Staff Member TrainBoard Supporter

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    There are some suitable uses in model railroading, but at $75 it needs lots of uses!
     

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