April 3, 2024
Description
This is a remix of the Arm Protector for the Rotor Riot TANQ 1 and 2 as the arms are the same.
Got tired of chopping and having to resolder my Fly High FPV LED strips everytime I got in a good crash. Clear TPU actually disperses the light really well and looks even better than just sticking it directly on top.
I put a 4mm wide and 1.65mm deep channel dead center down the entire length of the model where the carbon fiber arm goes. So if you mount the LED Strip dead nuts center of your arm, it'll fall into the channel no problem.
I also increased the total width of the outside by 1.65mm in order to keep at least a 2mm wide wall. It's a bit heavier but should also offer more protection than the original.
Organic supports from the print bed worked best for me. Pour some isopropyl alcohol inside once the print is done and it peels right off the bed and supports are easier to take off, no fuss.
Included the GCode, .STEP file from Fusion 360 and the STL file.
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UPDATE - Version 3 Released!
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Just uploaded a v3 Thicc/Chonky version. MORE THAN DOUBLE (2.30x) the thickness all around with a deeper 3mm channel instead of 1.65mm for the LED strip. Only for those that want EXTREME bando protection!
3mm deep channel for LED strip is for added cushion and allows room to fit some 4mm wide 3M 5952 VHB tape for mounting. (If you've ever had to take off the LED strip before, the built-in adhesive is a goner. I suggest Aliexpress to find 4mm wide VHB tape.)
I made this version to test different infills and hopefully create an air bag/crumple zone type effect. Been making them at 20% to 30% infill with support cubic infill pattern. With those settings you'll get similar weight to my v2 made at 100% infill.
Also tried messing with mesh modifiers to put just the tip of the protector at 100% infil while everything else is at 20% and putting in a solid infill every 7 layers.Try out different infills and comment here if you find something that works!
License:
Creative Commons — Attribution
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