Claim STL files you want to convert to STEP / Fusion 360

[3d-gussner]

Just an idee:
Wouldn't it make sense if people claim ONE STL file at the time they are converting to STEP / Fusion 360? Or making a conversion status list:

STL	Part of STL	Who	Status	ETD	Info	Reviewed
1-All_Belt_Clams V2.stl	clam nr. 1	@3d-gussner	Done	04 april 2019
1-All_Belt_Clams V2.stl	clam nr. 2	@3d-gussner	Done	04 april 2019	same as part 1
1-All_Belt_Clams V2.stl	clam nr. 3	@NicoSchlueter	Done	09 april 2019
1-All_Belt_Clams V2.stl	clam nr. 4	@NicoSchlueter	Done	09 april 2019
1-Belt stepper mount Pt1 V4.stl	Just one	@EXOgreen	Done	05 april 2019	Step added
1-Belt_stepper_mount_Pt2_V3.stl	Just one	@EXOgreen	Done	10 april 2019
1-CBA bottom Cover V3 - part 1of3.stl	Just one	@dsk001	Done	06 april 2019
1-CBA bottom Cover V3 - part 2of3.stl	Just one	@dsk001	Done	06 april 2019
1-CBA bottom Cover V3 - part 3of3.stl	Just one	@dsk001	Done	06 april 2019
1-CBA bottom Cover V3 Full.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	09 april 2019
1-CBA top Cover V5 part 1of3.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	09 april 2019
1-CBA top Cover V5 part 2of3.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	09 april 2019
1-CBA top Cover V5 part 3of3.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	09 april 2019
1-CBA top Cover V5.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	09 april 2019
1-CBA_slide_tray_assembly_v11.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	09 april 2019
1-Cooling fan Ducts v4.stl	left one	@EXOgreen	Done	09 apr 2019
1-Cooling fan Ducts v4.stl	right one	@EXOgreen	Done	09 apr 2019
1-Display_Support_Endcaps.stl	short one	@reFlex-lab @NicoSchlueter	Done	09 april 2019
1-Display_Support_Endcaps.stl	wide one	@reFlex-lab @NicoSchlueter	Done	09 april 2019
1-Mosquito & E3Dv6 Mount V7.stl	Just one	@ianespana	Done	10 april 2019
1-Mosquito & E3Dv6 clamp and cooling fan mount V4.stl	Just one	@ianespana	Done	10 april 2019
1-PanelDue7i_mount.stl	Just one	@ianespana	Done	10 april 2019
1-Peeler.stl	Just one_	@3d-gussner	Done	10 april 2019
1-Rear_Idler_Right_V5.stl	Just one	@ianespana	Done	10 april 2019
1-Rear_Idler_left_V4.stl	Just one	@ianespana	Done	10 april 2019
1-Side_Support_Top_Brace_Left_V2.stl	Just one	@3d-gussner	Done	10 april 2019
1-Side_Support_Top_Brace_Right_V2.stl	Just one	@3d-gussner	Done	10 april 2019
1-Stepper_Mount_Left_V9.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	10 april 2019
1-Stepper_Mount_Right_V9.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	10 april 2019
1-hotend wire cover V3.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	10 april 2019
1-hotend_carriage_v6.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	10 april 2019
1-plug mount.stl	large part	@paulbuzzby	Done	10 april 2019
1-plug mount.stl	small part	@paulbuzzby	Done	10 april 2019
1-slide tray end cover v4.stl	Just one	@3d-gussner	Done	10 april 2019
1-tensioner mount bracket.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	10 april 2019
1-Xaxis_Mount_Left_V11.stl	Just one	@3d-gussner	PR	14 april 2019
1-Xaxis_Mount_Right_V10.stl	Just one	@3d-gussner	Done	11 april 2019
10-Bowden_Cable_Clip_V1.stl	Just one	@3d-gussner	Done	08 april 2019		@eddie-moser
2-4080 c-beam endcap V5.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	10 april 2019
2-4080 c-beam endcap wider v1.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	10 april 2019
2-Roller_Insert v1	Just one	@eddie-moser	Done	06 april 2019
2-Side_Support_Bottom_Brace.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	10 april 2019
3-Pulley_Bearing_Mount_V2.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	10 april 2019
4-Roller_End_Cap v2.stl	Just one	@eddie-moser	Done	06 april 2019
switch enclosure V4.stl	Just one	@NicoSchlueter	Done	10 april 2019

This way we could prevent double conversions and hopefully get it done faster.

What do you think?

[NAK3DDesigns]

I love the idea, but I know about as much about GitHub as I do about Fusion.. lol I'm just a little out of my element..

[dsk001]

I will start working on the Belt stepper mount Pt1 V4.stl

[NAK3DDesigns]

I will start working on the Belt stepper mount Pt1 V4.stl

Please check the fusion 360 folder in the development branch before selecting files till we get a better system in place. I do believe that the Belt Stepper Mount Pt1 V4 has already been done.

[3d-gussner]

@NAK3DDesigns As github Owner you can edit this issue and update the claims.
As you like the idea, I will try to update as often I can the claims. Starting by adding existing claims and all files to be converted.

[3d-gussner]

I will start working on the Belt stepper mount Pt1 V4.stl

@dsk001 any ETD or Info i can add to your claim?

There is already a version

[3d-gussner]

@NAK3DDesigns added a column Reviewed, so you can say if it is done or need some rework.

[EXOgreen]

I've got cooling ducts v4 left and therefore right as well

[dsk001]

@3d-gussner since it is already done, I didn't do it. No use duplicating work already done.

[NAK3DDesigns]

Thanks everyone, bare with me if it takes me a bit to get a rhythm going I’m still learning how to use Github but I don’t want to slow you guys down.

[reFlex-lab]

I guys,
I'm totally New to github actually i came because of this project. But i am really good at fusion 360. I would like to help.
how Can I do that ?

[EXOgreen]

@reFlex-lab the way I have found to work with this (also new here) is to fork this github repository. This creates an exact copy of the repository under your account. Once you have a file that you gave recreated in fusion, upload both the .F3D and .STEP files to the development branch of your repository (so the parts can be tested before being sent to the master). You can then make a push request to this projects development branch that includes your updated files. Don't have to time right now to write up a detailed description of where all the buttons are but hopefully this gets you started!

[3d-gussner]

I guys,
I'm totally New to github actually i came because of this project. But i am really good at fusion 360. I would like to help.
how Can I do that ?

Claim here a part with ETD if possible

• on the github website https://github.com/NAK3DDesigns/White-Knight/tree/Development hit the Fork button

On Windows you can install git-bash

• create a folder "White-Knight"
• open git-bash
• change to that folder
• enter git clone https://github.com/<your github user>/White-Knight.git master
• enter cd master you should now see .../White-Knight/master (master)
• enter git remote add upstream https://github.com/NAK3DDesigns/White-Knight.git
• enter git remote -v to see if it worked
• enter git worktree add -B Development ../Development
• enter cd ../Development you should see .../White-Knight/Development (Development)
• enter git pull

To update your git repository with the root one:

• open git-bash in the .../White-Knight/Develompent folder
• you should see .../White-Knight/Development (Development)
• enter git fetch --all
• if you see git new things in the upstream
  • enter git merge upstream/Development
  • enter git push to update your git repository

To work on new part:

• Claim the part in this issue
• open git-bash in the .../White-Knight/Develompent folder
• you should see .../White-Knight/Development (Development)
• enter git fetch --all
• enter git merge upstream/Development to be up to date with the root
• enter git push to update you web git repository
• enter git worktree add -b <what you are working on> ../<what you are working on>
• change to that folder and do your Fusion360 magic
• as soon you finished the design
• open git-bash in the .../White-Knight/<what you are working on>
• you should see .../White-Knight/<what you are working on> (<what you are working on>)
• enter git status this should show your changes
• enter git add Fusion\ 36\ files/*.* to add files
• enter git commit -a to commit your changes, write something usefull
• enter git push if that hasn't been done before you will get a git push --set-upstream origin <what you are working on> suggestion
• copy paste that one
• now you should see on your web git hub as a new branch

Create a Pull request

• on web github change to branch and hit Compare
• if you are happy what is shown press Create new pull request

Having individual worktrees prevents pull/push/merge issues

Hope that helps

[reFlex-lab]

@3d-gussner
Thank you for the detailed description.

[3d-gussner]

Updated the git commands...
Claimed 10-Bowden_Cable_Clip_V1.stl
created Pull Request for Fusion360 archive and STEP files, would be great if somebody could review it before it is merged

Sorry that i choose a simple one :-)

[ianespana]

Count me in! I can make Solidworks files (I know F360 but get around much better in SW), however the STEP format should suffice, unless anyone has issues with that?
I'll take:
Mosquito & E3Dv6 Mount V7.stl
Mosquito & E3Dv6 clamp and cooling fan mount V4.stl

[EXOgreen]

Fan ducts are done and pushed, parametrics in the F3D file are kinda shit though >.> I'll take Belt stepper mount Pt2 V3 now.

[3d-gussner]

Count me in! I can make Solidworks files (I know F360 but get around much better in SW), however the STEP format should suffice, unless anyone has issues with that?
I'll take:
Mosquito & E3Dv6 Mount V7.stl
Mosquito & E3Dv6 clamp and cooling fan mount V4.stl

Welcome, Fusion 360 archive files are preferred as most users can use it for free and we can change sketches if needed.
@ianespana Claim added

[3d-gussner]

Fan ducts are done and pushed, parametrics in the F3D file are kinda shit though >.> I'll take Belt stepper mount Pt2 V3 now.

@EXOgreen Claim added

[reFlex-lab]

I will Start with 1-Display_Support_Endcaps.stl

[paulbuzzby]

I'd like to help out with some of the conversions. I'm distinctly average at fusion but should be able to help. What is the process people are using to do the conversion?

[phossystems]

1-All_Belt_Clams V2.stl clamp nr.3 &
1-All_Belt_Clams V2.stl clamp nr.4

claimed, done, and pull-requested.

[3d-gussner]

I'd like to help out with some of the conversions. I'm distinctly average at fusion but should be able to help. What is the process people are using to do the conversion?

@paulbuzzby Just download the Fusion360 archives and you can see the different approaches.
Here is how i normally start:

• Import STL
• Move it to Origin
• Disable History
• Convert Mesh to BRep
• Enable History
• Try to cleanup some faces to get smaller BRep
• Start NEW sketch an reverse engineer it

[3d-gussner]

@reFlex-lab and @NicoSchlueter claims added

[3d-gussner]

Sorry hit the wrong button :-)

[phossystems]

1-CBA bottom Cover V3 Full.stl &
1-CBA top Cover V5 part 1of3.stl &
1-CBA top Cover V5 part 2of3.stl &
1-CBA top Cover V5 part 3of3.stl &
1-CBA top Cover V5.stl &
1-CBA_slide_tray_assembly_v11.stl &
1-Display_Support_Endcaps.stl short one &
1-Display_Support_Endcaps.stl long one

Claimed, Done, and should be added automatically to my previous pull request.

Whops, didn't see that @reFlex-lab wanted the Display Endcaps, Sorry!

[3d-gussner]

@NicoSchlueter just saw it thanks also updated the list

@reFlex-lab If your are close to finish just make a PR we can then see which design is "nicer"

As we cannot update all claims as they come in, maybe it is a good idea to see if somebody already claimed it by searching the comments here.

[phossystems]

I would like to claim:
2-4080 c-beam endcap V5.stl
2-4080 c-beam endcap wider v1.stl
2-Side_Support_Bottom_Brace.stl
3-Pulley_Bearing_Mount_V2.stl
switch enclosure V4.stl

[3d-gussner]

I am amazed that in less than a week we already got 29 claims and results of 44 todo's.

You guys are awesome, love the community!

[3d-gussner]

@NAK3DDesigns Sorry for the late 1-Xaxis_Mount_Left PR.

[EXOgreen]

do we want a folder of all the mcmaster carr hardware step files? I can run through and download those

[3d-gussner]

do we want a folder of all the mcmaster carr hardware step files? I can run through and download those

I think it is a great idea, as we can upload all files to Fusion 360 and make than an assembly from these. Please just add some "readable" names to the part numbers :-)

[EXOgreen]

Ive added all the hardware under "bulk hardware" except these 3

Hardware	Link	STEP file
M5 spring loaded T-nuts	http://www.zyltech.com/100x-zyltech-spring-loaded-t-nuts-for-2020-aluminum-extrusion-m4-or-m5/	Used this one https://grabcad.com/library/slider-t-nut-for-2020-and-3030-aluminium-profile-1/details?folder_id=5586709
JST connectors	Link?	Maybe these will work? https://grabcad.com/library/jst-vh-3-96mm-connector-set-1
#2 x3/8in thread cutting screws	Maybe these? https://www.mcmaster.com/90087a103	your name here!

for the screw

[user577]

Ive added all the hardware under "bulk hardware" except these 3

Hardware Link STEP file
M5 spring loaded T-nuts http://www.zyltech.com/100x-zyltech-spring-loaded-t-nuts-for-2020-aluminum-extrusion-m4-or-m5/ your name here!
JST connectors Link? probably very fun to model...
#2 x3/8in thread cutting screws not 100% sure what these are or where they are used, but a #2 thread is in fusion so should be pretty simple to make/fake your name here!
for the screw

The #2 screws are self tapping sheet metal screws for the lcd enclosure.

The jst connectors are molex jst series (super common) there should be a multitude of models of these floating around.

the m5 nut is listed on mcmaster carr here. https://www.mcmaster.com/=1hmmz4w

I am also a github newbie so im not really sure where to add this info other than to comment on your post.

[EXOgreen]

The #2 screws are self tapping sheet metal screws for the lcd enclosure.

The jst connectors are molex jst series (super common) there should be a multitude of models of these floating around.

the m5 nut is listed on mcmaster carr here. https://www.mcmaster.com/=1hmmz4w

I am also a github newbie so im not really sure where to add this info other than to comment on your post.

Ill look more into the screw and JST connectors, thanks for the info! For the M5 nut, your link seems to be broken, and as far as I can see McMaster doesn't have, specifically, the spring loaded nuts that are specified in the BOM. not sure if they can just be replaced with a normal M5 (though I don't see why not)
Thoughts on the M5 nuts, and what size JST connectors we need @NAK3DDesigns ?

[ianespana]

IMO it doesn't matter if the nuts are spring loaded or not for this first assembly.
The most important thing right now is to validate all pieces were correctly designed

[NAK3DDesigns]

The kit requires qty 4 M5 square nuts that should be findable on McMaster-Carr. The spring loaded 2020 extrusion T-nuts are available at zyltec.com

[NAK3DDesigns]

As for if spring loaded is required for the digital assembly I’d say no, but I pity anyone that tries to assemble this printer in real life without them.

[EXOgreen]

ok, that was going to be my next question :D thanks!

[reFlex-lab]

Just A little question :
Do you think that it would be a good Idea once the digital assembly is made in Fusion 360 to create a
Fusion 360 project that we can share.

[eddie-moser]

will need to keep the files in github or its not really open source. Fusion doesn't have a way to distribute a link easily and done that way its either full access or view only access.

[NAK3DDesigns]

Agreed.. I don’t know a lot about sharing in Fusion but I’ll bet the GPL would not be covered.

[NAK3DDesigns]

@3d-gussner I've just realized I needed to make a small change to the plate designs.. Unfortunately I still haven't had a chance to sit down and learn fusion and it took me 5 minutes with builder.. This will also require the drip tray to be rescaled to fit as well.. Sorry for making more work... to help with the change I offset the center square of the plates 5mm to the right and added a 1.5mm rounded edge to the leading edge of the hotplate and exit edge of the cold plate.. This will help center the plate under the belt and the rounded edges will help for a smother movement of the seam over the edge for those that build it without a welded seam belt. I'll add them as V3 of each.

[3d-gussner]

@NAK3DDesigns No problem at all, great to see improvements in the design. Fusion 360 isn't easy but also not hard and you should use the tool you know to fix things. As soon you get more comfortable with Fusion 360 you go with that.
As soon you update the STL we will change the Fusion 360 files.

I learned a lot from https://www.youtube.com/user/cadcamstuff/featured
He has also a nice Play lists

• https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40d7srwyc_Ow4aaOGXlP2idPGwD7ruKg
• https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40d7srwyc_NopbOnJ4IARIvSrTT1pp5m

[3d-gussner]

@NAK3DDesigns just saw you uploaded them already ... but to the master branch

[3d-gussner]

@3d-gussner I've just realized I needed to make a small change to the plate designs.. Unfortunately I still haven't had a chance to sit down and learn fusion and it took me 5 minutes with builder.. This will also require the drip tray to be rescaled to fit as well.. Sorry for making more work... to help with the change I offset the center square of the plates 5mm to the right and added a 1.5mm rounded edge to the leading edge of the hotplate and exit edge of the cold plate.. This will help center the plate under the belt and the rounded edges will help for a smother movement of the seam over the edge for those that build it without a welded seam belt. I'll add them as V3 of each.

And done, made the PR

[3d-gussner]

Hi everybody, is it okay if i close this issue as all STL files are converted to Fusion 360?

[NAK3DDesigns]

I don't have a problem.. We can always open a new issue if something comes up.. There is one issue that needs resolved but I can create a new issue for that..

[NAK3DDesigns]

@3d-gussner Everyone has been so quiet.. Did I do something wrong?

[phossystems]

@NAK3DDesigns
Well I haven’t payed that much attention since the conversion marathon but I wouldn’t know what to do now. The readme still only talks about the conversion and this thread seems done. I probably missed a bunch but easy to find instructions really help to engage people. Just my 2cents.

[EXOgreen]

@NAK3DDesigns For my part I had uni exams that I had to study for. Plus after all the conversions were done the only thing we can really do until the kit/belt is available is begin the assembly model. Which I think is a good thing to do, but takes alot more time commitment from people, and I've never done one before. I think we just need a goal to work towards.

[NAK3DDesigns]

Thanks for the replies guys.. Main reason I asked is I put out an issue to redesign the drip tray 20 days ago and I didn't see anyone jump on it... I'll do it when I get time but the way everyone knocked out the conversions I halfway expected it to get done in a day or two... Thanks again for all your support..

[3d-gussner]

@3d-gussner Everyone has been so quiet.. Did I do something wrong?

Hi Karl,

sorry for the late answer but just got back from vacation.

As far i can tell all STL files you provided are converted to STEP and Fusion 360 files.

It might be good

• to view your build videos and add missing things to the Fusion360/STEP files, like the threads and holes for the feet, cables in White Knight Assembly Part 3 from minute 10
• to review all conversions
• make an assembly to check if everything fits
• make changes to parts to fit better ( see below)
• review again
• release V1 of Fusion360 and STEP files and 2D drawings for the extrusions

comment to make changes to parts to fit better:
All of my parts are based on the STL files but what i can already see that these could be improved by using the aluminium extrusion profiles as the reference with 0.1/0.2mm clearances to get a better fit.

In an assembly we could find quite fast small issues and fix them.

What do you think?

[NAK3DDesigns]

All sounds good... I've been struggling to find time to test print the converted files, but hope to get to it very soon.. I need to get thru them before i start on the Squire as I want to do any future changes in Fusion... Oh wait I still need to learn that too... lol

[NAK3DDesigns]

Update!!!! I just posted all my revised and updated files to the master directory Fusion 360 folder... I know I probably should have posted them to development and then did a pull request, but I've made so many little changes it seemed easier to keep the old files in the development branch for reference.. If any of you have time please check them out and let me know if I missed any.. Thanks again for all your help getting me to this point.. I have a great team here.. ;)

[NAK3DDesigns]

thanks again everyone for all the help... I'm gonna go ahead and close this ticket now..