3d printers for making stuff for the RV
I have fallen down the worm hole of 3d printing since Christmas, and was wondering if anyone else on here is playing with them. If so, how you use them when it comes to RV's. I can see them being ...
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Skibane wrote:
At one time, MaxxAir made a line of "Window/Maxx" window covers that allowed sliding RV windows to be opened without letting in rain.
Even though they aren't being manufactured any more, they're still in high demand on the used market.
This is something that could probably be 3D-printed - perhaps even in customer-specified lengths for an exact fit. (The original MaxxAir design required some trimming to fit most windows).
I wouldn't mind having some of those, would be nice to be able to leave the windows open some and not have to worry about rain..
However, given the size, it would take a huge 3d printer, consume a lot of filament and take more time than feasible to be cost effective.
This is a product that would lend it's self to be more cost and time effective via vacuum formed methods. A lot of sign companies which make outdoor lighted signs often have vacuum forming equipment.. Just need a form made up in the size and shape you want and the plastic sheet is heated and then vacuumed down over the form.. Once formed cut out the openings.
