3D Printing Projects
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Layer by Layer – CNC Milling Key Caps
June 07, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 47.4 MB VideoIn this tutorial I walk through setting up the tool paths for CNC milling key caps for a custom macro pad using the Bantamtools PCB milling machine. Lemon Keypad https://learn.adafruit.com/qtpy-lemon-mechanical-keypad-macropad BantamTools PCB Milling Machine https://www.bantamtools.com/pcb-milling-machine Wood Speeds & Feeds https://support.bantamtools.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001671894 Fusion 360 Tool Library https://support.bantamtools.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001671594-Fusi...
Neo Trinkey Case
June 01, 2021 00:00 - 2 minutes - 5.14 MB Video3D Printed Neo Trinkey Case features buttons, diffusion and conductive PLA touch pads! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/neo-trinkey-case Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Adafruit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adafruit Shop for parts to build your own DIY projects http://adafru.it/3dprinting 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?l...
#Adafruit FunHouse - WiFi Home Automation Development Board
May 18, 2021 00:00 - 1 minute - 4.68 MB Video#Adafruit Funhouse, a dev board designed for IOT and Home Automation Projects https://learn.adafruit.com/products/4985/guides Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Adafruit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adafruit Shop for parts to build your own DIY projects http://adafru.it/3dprinting 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_...
Layer by Layer – Brick Texture with Emboss – Fusion 360
May 13, 2021 00:00 - 21 minutes - 52.8 MB VideoIn this video we're taking a look at making a brick texture using the emboss feature in Fusion 360. Adafruit FunHouse https://www.adafruit.com/product/4985 FunHouse Stand Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/funhouse-3d-printed-stand/ Fusion 360 Project Share Link https://a360.co/2SP2lD9 LXL - MagTag Stand https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Pe2b1AIdaw LXL – Emboss is BOSS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAjhTFxi2_w 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?li...
Lemon Mechanical Keypad
May 04, 2021 00:00 - 2 minutes - 7.2 MB Video3D Print a Lemon Mechanical Keypad featuring the QT PY RP2040 from Raspberry Pi! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/qtpy-lemon-mechanical-keypad-macropad Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Adafruit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adafruit Shop for parts to build your own DIY projects http://adafru.it/3dprinting 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube....
Layer by Layer – Ideation of a Lemon
May 02, 2021 00:00 - 7 minutes - 16.5 MB VideoHey folks, in this video I'm chatting about how I came up with the idea of the lemon keypad. Quick look at using the Pattern on Path feature in Fusion 360 and checking out some sources where I got the inspiration from. Lemon Keypad Build Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/qtpy-lemon-mechanical-keypad-macropad/ Cherry MX switch on GrabCAD https://grabcad.com/library/cherry-mx-switch-2 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOWD2dJNRIN46uhMCWv...
Layer by Layer – Fuzzy Skin for Practical Prints in CURA
April 26, 2021 00:00 - 12 minutes - 30.7 MB VideoIn this tutorial we'll take a look at using the fuzzy skin feature in CURA. I demo the Fuzzy Skin Outside Only feature and talk about how I optimized the 3D model in order to avoid unwanted geometry. I also quickly take a look at slicing a cauldron and display stand. LearnGuide https://learn.adafruit.com/qtpy-lemon-mechanical-keypad-macropad/ QT Py RP2040 https://www.adafruit.com/product/4900 Kailh Mechanical Key Switches https://www.adafruit.com/product/4955 NeoPixel Jewel h...
Square Pixel Display with RGB Matrix and CircuitPython
April 13, 2021 00:00 - 3 minutes - 12.4 MB VideoThis is a square pixel display that uses an 32x32 RGB matrix display. It's powered by the Feather RP2040 and RGB Matrix FeatherWing. This runs CircuitPython and the Matrix Portal Library to play animated sprite sheets on the display. 32x32 Square Pixel Guide - Coming Soon https://learn.adafruit.com/32x32-square-pixel-display/ Pixel Art Matrix Display Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/pixel-art-matrix-display/ CAD files on Thingiverse https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4827286 ...
Zelda Guardian Robot Terrako
April 06, 2021 00:00 - 3 minutes - 10.3 MB VideoBuild your own Guardian Robot, Terrako from Zelda Age of Calamity. This is a shoulder-mounted companion robot! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/terrako Magnetic Shoulder Robot! Our companion robot sits on your shoulder with a magnetic plate and metal backing hidden underneath. This little robot is powered by Circuit Python! Connect with a USB cable to update the code and recharge the battery! The ItsyBitsy NRF52480 controls the servo, LEDs and is powered with a rechargeable L...
Layer by Layer – Plate for CYBERDECK – Fusion 360 Tutorial
April 01, 2021 00:00 - 16 minutes - 31.4 MB VideoIn this tutorial I'll walk through the process of designing a mounting plate for the CYBERDECK HAT. The slots are driven with user parameters allowing the design to scale for 3D printing or CNC milling. Cyberdeck YouTube Video https://youtu.be/Ca_c7-tlUcc Cyberdeck Plate Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/cyberdeck-plate/ Cyberdeck HAT for Raspberry Pi https://www.adafruit.com/product/4863 Cyberdeck Bonnet for Raspberry Pi https://www.adafruit.com/product/4862 Raspbe...
Raspberry Pi 400 CYBERDECK Plate
March 30, 2021 00:00 - 2 minutes - 5.3 MB VideoThis is the CYBERDECK hat for the raspberry pi 400. It lets you plug in accessories like this 3.5in PiTFT from Adafruit. Featuring STEMMA and STEMMA QT ports on the side of the Cyberdeck, You can daisy chain multiple STEMMA QT sensors together! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/cyberdeck-plate Cyberdeck HAT for Raspberry Pi https://www.adafruit.com/product/4863 Cyberdeck Bonnet for Raspberry Pi https://www.adafruit.com/product/4862 Raspberry Pi 400 Kit https://www.adafruit.co...
CYBERDECK HAT Plate
March 30, 2021 00:00 - 2 minutes - 5.3 MB VideoThis is the CYBERDECK hat for the raspberry pi 400. It lets you plug in accessories like this 3.5in PiTFT from Adafruit. Featuring STEMMA and STEMMA QT ports on the side of the Cyberdeck, You can daisy chain multiple STEMMA QT sensors together! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/cyberdeck-plate Cyberdeck HAT for Raspberry Pi https://www.adafruit.com/product/4863 Cyberdeck Bonnet for Raspberry Pi https://www.adafruit.com/product/4862 Raspberry Pi 400 Kit https://www.adafruit.co...
Feather RP2040
March 23, 2021 00:00 - 1 minute - 2.49 MB VideoA new chip means a new Feather, and the Raspberry Pi RP2040 is no exception. When we saw this chip we thought "this chip is going to be awesome when we give it the Feather Treatment" and so we did! This Feather features the RP2040, and all niceties you know and love about Feather Get Feather RP2040 https://www.adafruit.com/product/4884 Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-feather-rp2040-pico 3D Printed Lego-compatible plates for Feather and STEMMA QT https://learn.ad...
Fusion 360 Tutorial – Panel Mounting External Parts – Layer by Layer
March 16, 2021 00:00 - 26 minutes - 58.8 MB VideoTaking a look at using external components to create a simple panel mounted circuit. Learn how to use sketches, user parameters and joints to create a scalable panel with components. Fusion 360 Share Link https://a360.co/3cCK7uL Feather RP2040 https://www.adafruit.com/product/4884 1.5" OLED grayscale display https://www.adafruit.com/product/4741 BME680 Breakout https://www.adafruit.com/product/3660 3D Parts Library on GitHub https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_CAD_Parts La...
Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI Controller with LED Arcade Buttons
March 14, 2021 00:00 - 4 minutes - 13.2 MB VideoBuild your own DIY MIDI Controller with LED Arcade buttons and Raspberry Pi Pico. Full tutorial https://learn.adafruit.com/raspberry-pi-pico-led-arcade-button-midi-controller-fighter Code by Liz Clark @BlitzCityDIY https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_Learning_System_Guides/blob/master/Pico_MIDI_Fighter/code.py 3D Hangouts Livestream https://youtu.be/7P3A9_wPk_I https://youtu.be/bhS6FO-59jY Raspberry Pi Pico https://www.adafruit.com/product/4864 AW9523 GPIO Expander and LED Dri...
Layer by Layer – Engraving Patterns – Fusion 360 Tutorial
March 02, 2021 00:00 - 28 minutes - 58.6 MB VideoToday we're taking a look at a workflow for generating geometric patterns for CNC milling. Showcasing some pieces of acrylic with engraved patterns we'll step through the manufacturing process. Acrylic Bantam Tools https://support.bantamtools.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001668393 Geometric Patterns Site https://suncatcherstudio.com/geometric-patterns/ Layer by Layer CAD Tutorials Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOVsMp6nKnpjsXSQ45nxfORb 3D Printing Project...
LED Matrix CO2 Display
February 16, 2021 00:00 - 2 minutes - 5.52 MB VideoEasily monitor ambient carbon dioxide levels with MatrixPortal and the SCD-30 CO2 sensor! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/matrix-portal-room-co2-monitor Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Adafruit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adafruit Shop for parts to build your own DIY projects http://adafru.it/3dprinting 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube....
Matrix Portal Room CO2 Monitor
February 16, 2021 00:00 - 2 minutes - 5.52 MB VideoEasily monitor ambient carbon dioxide levels with MatrixPortal and the SCD-30 CO2 sensor! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/matrix-portal-room-co2-monitor Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Adafruit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adafruit Shop for parts to build your own DIY projects http://adafru.it/3dprinting 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube....
Fusion 360 Tutorial – Print In Place Handle – Layer by Layer
February 14, 2021 00:00 - 41 minutes - 75.9 MB VideoTaking a look at designing a hinged handle that can be 3d printed in place with no supports. The design features a handle that can rotate 180 degrees. This handle is apart of the enclosure for a MIDI controller. Driven with user parameters, the handle can be customized to fit any project. Fusion 360 Share Link https://a360.co/379iHL9 Print in Place Hinge Door https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6AqZDajXHM&list=PLjF7R1fz_OOVsMp6nKnpjsXSQ45nxfORb&index=43 Layer by Layer CAD Tutorials...
Raspberry Pi Pico Lego case
February 09, 2021 00:00 - 2 minutes - 5.5 MB VideoRaspberry Pi Pico Lego Case! The RP2040 chip with Circuit Python support has tons of GPIO pins, great for projects at a low cost! Download: https://learn.adafruit.com/raspberry-pi-pico-case Our LEGO compatible mount features studs that fit standard bricks or base plates. It features built in standoffs so you can snap fit the Raspbbery Pi Pico right on top. Our 3D printed enclosure features two switches. These can be used for projects that need user buttons or a reset button....
Raspberry Pi YouTube Boombox with BrainCraft
January 26, 2021 00:00 - 3 minutes - 7.6 MB VideoIn this project we’re building a lofi radio player with the Raspberry Pi and Adafruit’s BrainCraft HAT. Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/youtube-radio We designed and 3D Printed this case to house the electronics and features a built in speaker and display! The Pi is set up in kiosk mode and automatically plays any youtube music stream. The brainCraft HAT has everything you need to make an all-in-one YouTube player. Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com -...
Layer by Layer – Darksaber Splitting Parts
January 20, 2021 00:00 - 25 minutes - 47.9 MB VideoFind out how to build your own Darksaber using 3D printed parts and electronics from Adafruit! This features motion-activated lights and sounds using the PropMaker Wing. It also uses BLE to wirelessly change the color using your mobile phone! Get the parts and follow the guide to make your own. Darksaber Project on YouTube https://youtu.be/IiscmhUvqb4 Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/ble-darksaber-propmaker/ Code on GitHub https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_Learning_Sy...
Layer by Layer – Darksaber CAD Walkthrough
January 20, 2021 00:00 - 27 minutes - 60 MB VideoLearn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/ble-darksaber-propmaker/ Darksaber Project on YouTube https://youtu.be/IiscmhUvqb4 Code on GitHub https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_Learning_System_Guides/blob/master/CircuitPython_BLE_Darksaber/code.py CAD on PrusaPrinters https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/52514-darksaber CAD on Thingiverse https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4728340 Feather nRF52840 Bluefruit https://www.adafruit.com/product/4062 PropMaker FeatherWing https://w...
3D Printed Darksaber
January 19, 2021 00:00 - 3 minutes - 11.9 MB VideoFind out how to build your own Darksaber using 3D printed parts and electronics from Adafruit! This features motion-activated lights and sounds using the PropMaker Wing. It also uses BLE to wirelessly change the color using your mobile phone! Get the parts and follow the guide to make your own. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/ble-darksaber-propmaker/ Code on GitHub https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_Learning_System_Guides/blob/master/CircuitPython_BLE_Darksaber/code.py ...
2020 3D Projects
December 29, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 7.05 MB Video3D Printing in 2020! Here are just some of the 3d printing projects for 2020! NeoPixel Infinity Cube: https://learn.adafruit.com/neopixel-infinity-cube NeoPixel Infinity Mirror Coaster https://learn.adafruit.com/infinity-mirror-coaster/overview PyPortal Pet Planter with Adafruit IO https://learn.adafruit.com/pyportal-pet-planter-with-adafruit-io PyPortal Titano Weather Station https://learn.adafruit.com/pyportal-titano-weather-station NeoPixel LED Heart Necklace https://learn...
LED Hockey Puck
December 22, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 7.28 MB VideoMake a 3D printed LED hockey puck. It lights up and makes chips tunes based the Circuit Playground sensors! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/led-hockey-puck Download files: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4694409 Edit Puck Design: https://a360.co/2WAOb78 Edit Blade Design: https://a360.co/2KSzGc4 Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Adafruit on Instagram: https://www....
Layer by Layer – NeoPixel Strip Holders
December 21, 2020 00:00 - 31 minutes - 57 MB VideoIn this tutorial I walk through modeling a neopixel strip holder with user parameters. This makes a parametric design that can easily be changed by updating dimensions. I used this technique in a recent project, an IoT LED Sign. Hope you learn something new! NeoPixel Strip 30 per Meter https://www.adafruit.com/product/1460?length=1 Learn Guide: NeoPixel LED Sign https://learn.adafruit.com/iot-led-sign/ Download NeoPixel Strip Holder Design Fusion 360 https://a360.co/3h5bFLc Vi...
ESP32 S2 IOT Sign with a NeoPixel Strip Matrix
December 15, 2020 00:00 - 3 minutes - 11.6 MB VideoGuide: https://learn.adafruit.com/iot-led-sign Build an IOT Sign with NeoPixels and CircuitPython! LED strips can display scrolling text from Adafruit IO. With the color picker, you can change the color of the text so you can easily customize your message. The pixelframe buf library for CircuitPython makes it easy to create custom led matrices using NeoPixels. The Metro ESP32-S2 has built-in WiFi and CircuitPython Support. It’s housed in a 3D printed enclosure and secured to the ...
MagTag E Ink Christmas Countdown
December 08, 2020 00:00 - 1 minute - 3.3 MB VideoMake a Christmas countdown using MagTag! Circuit Python libraries make it really easy to build IOT projects with an E-ink Display! MagTag Christmas Countdown Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/magtag-christmas-countdown/ Code on GitHub https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_Learning_System_Guides/tree/master/MagTag_Christmas_Countdown 3D Hangout YouTube Link https://youtu.be/-27YWY_WAaE Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com -------------------------------...
Layer by Layer – Outdoor LED Sign
December 01, 2020 00:00 - 17 minutes - 39.5 MB VideoIn this video we'll take a look at how I designed an outdoor LED sign. A woodworking project that uses 3d printed brackets to make a modular outdoor sign. It flat packs down so it can easily be stored away. Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/iot-led-sign LED Outdoor Sign – f360 Share Link https://a360.co/36nDWso Mini Skinny NeoPixel Strip 30/m https://www.adafruit.com/product/2949?length=5 Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com -------------------------------...
Layer by Layer – Stand for MagTag
November 27, 2020 00:00 - 20 minutes - 42.6 MB VideoIn this video we'll design a simple 3D printed stand for the Adafruit MagTaga. We'll create user parameters to make a sketch driven design that can easily be modified. Also take a look at orientations for slicing for fast / stronger prints. Get Adafruit MagTag https://adafru.it/4800 MagTag Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-magtag Vertical Stand Fusion Share Link https://a360.co/3l9V9d8 3D printed case and (horizontal) Stand for MagTag https://learn.adafruit.com/ma...
Layer by Layer – Silo House – IOT Air Quality Monitor
November 16, 2020 00:00 - 18 minutes - 46.5 MB VideoSilo House Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/air-quality-sensor-silo-house/overview IOT Air Quality Monitor Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/diy-air-quality-monitor Heat Set Rig Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/heat-set-rig PMSA003I Sensor Breakout https://www.adafruit.com/product/4632 PMS5003 Sensor https://www.adafruit.com/product/3686 Air Quality Sensors on GrabCAD https://grabcad.com/library/plantower-pmsa003i-1 Adafruit CAD Parts on GitHub https://github.com/adafrui...
Raspberry Pi Machine Learning Camera
November 10, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 6.86 MB Videohttps://learn.adafruit.com/braincraft-camera-case Adafruit BrainCraft has everything you need to get started with machine learning on the RaspberryPi. TensorFlow Lite Object Recognition + 3D Printed enclosure keep everything together so you can take your machine learning projects on the go! https://adafruit.com/braincraft BrainCraft HAT https://www.adafruit.com/product/4374 Raspberry Pi 4 https://www.adafruit.com/product/4292 Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafr...
Layer by Layer – Arrange Woodworking Projects
November 09, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 21.7 MB VideoIn this tutorial we'll take a look at using multiple sketches and the Arrange feature to sort out pieces for a woodworking project. Download my Fireplace https://a360.co/35bFPb5 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOWD2dJNRIN46uhMCWvNOlbG 3D Hangout Show Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOVgpmWevin2slopw_A3-A8Y Layer by Layer CAD Tutorials Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOVsMp6nKnpjsX...
IOT Air Quality Monitor
November 06, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 6.01 MB VideoBuild a 3D printed enclosure for your IOT Air Quality Sensor. This project uses sensors to measure PM2.5 (particles that are 2.5 microns or smaller in diameter) dust concentrations, temperature and humidity. This weatherproof enclosure is modeled after a silo-home. We've included different types of mounting holes and brackets for different mounting configurations. Learn Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/air-quality-sensor-silo-house/ PMS5003 Air Quality Sensor https://www.adafr...
BLE Servo Claw
October 27, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 7.39 MB VideoGuide: https://learn.adafruit.com/ble-claw For social distant trick or treating, we thought we’d make a BLE controlled servo claw using the Circuit Playground Bluefruit. ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Adafruit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adafruit Shop for parts to build your own DIY projects http://adafru.it/3dprinting 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOWD2dJNRIN46uh...
Layer by Layer – PMS Air Quality Sensors
October 26, 2020 00:00 - 6 minutes - 15.4 MB VideoTaking a look at the PMSA003i air quality sensor from Plantower. Adafruit on GrabCAD https://grabcad.com/noe.ruiz-1 Download PMSA003i on GrabCAD https://grabcad.com/library/plantower-pmsa003i-1 Learn Guide: Adafruit PMSA003i Breakout https://learn.adafruit.com/pmsa003i/overview Get PMSA003i from Adafruit https://www.adafruit.com/product/4632 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOWD2dJNRIN46uhMCWvNOlbG 3D Hangout Show Playlist: https:...
Layer by Layer – Diffusion with Black LED Acrylic
October 23, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 17.6 MB VideoIn this tutorial I take a look at how I got nice light diffusion in my recent halloween project. Tombstone Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/hallowing-tombstone Black LED Acrylic from Adafruit https://www.adafruit.com/product/4594 Black LED Acrylic from Tap plastics https://www.tapplastics.com/product/plastics/plastic_sheets_rolls/black_led_sheet/668 Tombstone 3D Hangout Livestream https://youtu.be/GMeAWtW84No Tombstone Project Video https://youtu.be/ch_fyu6Uoz4 Adafru...
HalloWing M4 Tombstone
October 20, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 6.49 MB VideoBuild a 3D printed light up tombstone with an animated eye! Use the HalloWing M4 and NeoPixels to make a backlit sign with a custom message or spooky face! 3D Hangout YouTube Link https://youtu.be/GMeAWtW84No Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/hallowing-tombstone/ Download CAD Files https://learn.adafruit.com/hallowing-tombstone/3d-printing Code on GitHub https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_Learning_System_Guides/tree/master/M4_Eyes HalloWing M4 https://www.adafruit.co...
Animated Tombstone Display with Matrix Portal
October 13, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 8.35 MB VideoIn this project we’re making a tombstone with Adafruit’s Matrix Portal! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/tombstone-matrix-portal We upgraded this foam tombstone with an RGB matrix so we can display animated graphics. The Matrix Portal is a plug-n-play dev board that makes these types of projects fairly easy. We designed and 3D printed these brackets so we can attach this to things like halloween props, picture frames or just some foam core. The 3D skull is just a bitmap sprit...
Fusion 360 Tutorial – Sketching with Constraints
October 13, 2020 00:00 - 17 minutes - 32.3 MB VideoIn this tutorial we'll take a look at some of the basics of using a 2-point rectangle. Using collinear, coincident and midpoint constraints to make sketches that are centered with the grid. These are the fundamentals of making parametric designs. Layer by Layer CAD Tutorials Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOVsMp6nKnpjsXSQ45nxfORb Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http:/...
Tombstone Matrix Portal
October 13, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 8.35 MB VideoIn this project we’re making a tombstone with Adafruit’s Matrix Portal! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/tombstone-matrix-portal We upgraded this foam tombstone with an RGB matrix so we can display animated graphics. The Matrix Portal is a plug-n-play dev board that makes these types of projects fairly easy. We designed and 3D printed these brackets so we can attach this to things like halloween props, picture frames or just some foam core. The 3D skull is just a bitmap sprit...
QT Py Lego Mount
October 06, 2020 00:00 - 3 minutes - 7.76 MB VideoThe QT Py is perfect for embedding into small spaces, like Lego buildings! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/qt-py-lego We used small PicoBlade 3 pin cables to wire our even smaller Ultra skinny Neopixel strips. These strip have a 4mm width, yet surprisingly flexible and can fit just about anywhere! The strip is made of flexible PCB material, with some tape on the back making it easy to adhere to most surfaces! ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://...
Fusion 360 Tutorial – Draft for Support Free 3D Prints
October 02, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 15.7 MB VideoVisit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Adafruit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adafruit Subscribe to Adafruit on YouTube: http://adafru.it/subscribe New tutorials on the Adafruit Learning System: http://learn.adafruit.com/ -----------------------------------------
MIDI Melody Maker
September 29, 2020 00:00 - 6 minutes - 15.5 MB VideoControl synths with MIDI using CircuitPython! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/midi-melody-maker Use the MIDI FeatherWing and Feather M4 to power your musical projects using the classical 5-PIN DIN jacks. The 128x64 OLED with STEMMA QT makes it easy to add a screen with custom UI. Use potentiometers to change the modulation, key, beat division and modes to create an arrangement of MIDI notes! Code on GitHub https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_Learning_System_Guides/tree/master...
RGB Matrix Pixel Sand
September 22, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 8.18 MB VideoIn this project we’re making 3D printed handles for the Adafruit Matrix Portal Pixel Sand! Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/matrix-portal-sand The Adafruit Matrix Portal is a plug-n-play dev board that makes it easier to do internet connected projects using RGB matrices. It features a cortex M4 and the ESP32. It also has an on-board LIS3DH accelerometer. With the STEMMA QT connector it can work with adafruit’s 50 plus stemma QT boards. Visit the Adafruit shop online - http:/...
Fusion 360 Tutorial – Servo Wings
September 10, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 64.3 MB VideoTaking a look at designing a pair of animatronic wings powered by Adafruit Feather M4 and metal gear servos. Feather M4 https://www.adafruit.com/product/3857 8-Servo FeatherWing https://www.adafruit.com/product/2928 FeatherWing Doubler https://www.adafruit.com/product/2890 Metal Gear Micro Servo https://www.adafruit.com/product/2307 5V Mini Boost https://www.adafruit.com/product/4654 2200mAh Battery https://www.adafruit.com/product/1781 Visit the Adafruit shop online - http:...
STEMMA Lego boards
September 08, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 5.06 MB VideoLego base plates for STEMMA boards! These 3d printed holders feature built-in standoffs for press fitting the PCBs. STEMMA board and sensors allow you to plug-and-play together various devices and accessories, without any soldering! https://learn.adafruit.com/stemma-lego-base-plates ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Adafruit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adafruit Shop for parts to build your own DIY projects http://...
Fusion 360 Tutorial – Align and Capture Screws
September 03, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 22.2 MB VideoIn this tutorial we'll take a look at adding screws to designs using the align and capture position features in Fusion 360. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/busy-box-interruption-sign/ YouTube Project Video - https://youtu.be/JvqsdFKqftU Fusion 360 Share Link https://a360.co/31MO63x 3D Printing Projects Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOWD2dJNRIN46uhMCWvNOlbG 3D Hangout Show Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjF7R1fz_OOVgpmWevi...
NeoPixel LED Torch
August 25, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 4.61 MB VideoBuild a 3D printed prop with a realistic looking flame! Use NeoPixels and GEMMA M0 to create a faux yet realistic looking torch. Hidden inside the torch is a mini fan and silk fabric. Use CircuitPython to easily program GEMMA M0 and NeoPixels. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/neopixel-flame-torch/ Adafruit GEMMA M0 https://www.adafruit.com/product/3501 Adafruit 5V MiniBoost https://www.adafruit.com/product/4654 7 NeoPixel Jewel https://www.adafruit.com/product/2226 5VDC ...