Well as promised here are some screen shots of the 3D printed items i've been working on. The drawings are all at different stages of production. I use a software program called Cubify Design. Its is fairly easy to use, but it is like learning a new language and there have been some frustrating drawing sessions. Progress is going well and I'm hoping to send off the first test print very soon. Most of the items are very slightly over scale. This really frustrated me, but to make it all work it had to been done. When look back at now its ok, as it all blends in well because they are all slightly over scale so it can't be noticed unless you get the ruler out. Enjoy
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2 Position Semaphore signal
In the stop position
In the proceed position
Showing the whole signal
(note concrete base missing)
There is still more work to been done on the post. The weighted arm and its bracket are still been drawn and also the cable wire wheel also needs to be done. I would like point out there are a few parts that will get printed separately to allow for them to move.
Joint bars
These parts are going to be used to join the rails together. I was going to etch these at first but i can get far better detail with 3D printing. I'm not sure if i will do multiple prints of these or do a fret and than cast them. Still thing about this.
Rail brace
This part is used on the turnout to brace the rail on the outside where the point blades are. It will add a nice touch to my turnouts, hopefully.
WSA turnout lever
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| In the reverse position |
The frame work is not finished yet but I'm hoping these work like a treat. When the yard turnout moves, the lever moves as well, very cool i think. If you haven't noticed i like things to move on my layout. I feel it adds so much to it.
Well i hope you have enjoyed looking at what I've been working on. Hopefully in the next post i will have these parts in my hands!
Any question on 3D printing feel free to email me at bendigonscale@live.com.au
cheers
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