Replace broken items around the house with 3D printing

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Got something broken around the house? Why don’t you measure, model and 3D print a free replacement part. In this video, we replace a snapped IKEA wardrobe clip, 3D printing a perfect replacement with no cost or hassle. Viewer Jason sent me some additional tips on measuring pocket holes. You can benefit from them here: https://pastebin.com/attp1e12 I’m using Onshape as my CAD software: https://www.onshape.com/ I have an Onshape playlist suitable for beginners: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGqRUdq5ULsMDOxmu10AGPDIOkzNYu7D7 Fusion 360 is the most popular CAD software and there are tons of tutorials online: https://www.autodesk.com.au/products/fusion-360/overview My CAD file if you’re interested: https://cad.onshape.com/documents/bcb6e244fae9d74058d7256b/w/190f709c9e1ee5cb0efcaf27/e/fd3e68fafb142bfa54aaf186 Some general CAD principles I follow: Plan the creation of your object before starting: this part extruded, this part lofted, etc Use detailed sketches to generate multiple 3D operations Use lines, arcs and circles to draw the shape, before adding detail and accuracy with constraints and dimensions Focus on accurate measurements for the regions of the model where fit is vital Print a cut down version of your geometry early on to test the measurements are correct When you think you are done modelling, pick up the real life object, look at it from every angle and simulate its function to make sure you haven’t missed any important details Buy quality and affordable filament from X3D. Buy 3, get 1 free and a free sample pack with every order: www.x3d.com.au Get Quality Resins from 3D Printers Online. 5% off storewide for Teaching Tech subscribers [Code: tech5] https://3dprintersonline.com.au/ Take a look around and if you like what you see, please subscribe. Support me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/teachingtech