I have been asked several times about how to smooth 3D prints. If you printed using PLA, then this video is perfect for you, if you are using ABS this won't work as well if even at all. Here are some tips for smoothing ABS 3D prints: A well-known technique is to place the ABS print in a sealed container filled with acetone mist, or just some acetone nail polish remover. The acetone interacts with ABS and melts the plastic in a slow and controlled way to create a super smooth model.
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One of the bravest question I ever received in the shop was "How do I use a handsaw?" It was the best question ever because this student wasn't protecting their ego by pretending to know how to use a tool that they were unfamiliar with. They were taking a risk by being vulnerable and saying "I don't know how to do this" in an environment that has a stereotype of requiring young men and all who enter to have previous knowledge. But in our shop we are working towards making it accessible to all no matter their knowledge level. Because isn't that why you go to college, to learn new things? No point in spending all of that money if you aren't going to learn something. We are trying to make space in our shop for these types of brave questions and receive them with kindness. And to squash our own egos as well as educators because we need to be able to say "I don't know how to do this either. Let's learn how together." Because we are all still learning. So to aid in these goals, here is a video on how to use a handsaw in honor of that student who was brave enough to ask how. I ask you all to be brave and ask questions. |