Polar Coaster Drawing Machine
Source: Thingiverse by bartdring
The Polar Coaster Drawing Machine is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by bartdring. This is the Polar Coaster Drawing Machine. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
This is the Polar Coaster Drawing Machine. It was designed as a demonstration of polar kinematics. This version draws things on round drink coasters. Blank drink coasters are available from many suppliers including Amazon.com. The bed has little "fingers" that securely hold the coasters without any need for clamping. Check out the video. You can use most 3 axis CAM programs to generate the GCode. You then run the GCode though a pre-processor that converts it to polar coordinates. This allows it to use basic CNC firmware. The firmware thinks it is running a standard 3 axis Cartesian machine. You can use just any CNC controller that supports at least 2 axes and a servo. I use my pen/laser controller and the base has mounts for it. Other people have used 3D printer controllers like RAMPS. I h…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Polar Coaster Drawing Machine is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by bartdring.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by bartdring, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.
