3D Printed Cup Holders
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No it's exactly the same as mine, from bimmercup.com He stopped making them, I've got one of his very first ones made, but there is a slight warp in it now. It's really down to the 3d printing medium, something that withstands the higher temperatures would work better. The version with (* sorry edit there, I meant "with" not "without" 
) the 12v socket would be better as well, as that is something I've lost in mine.
) the 12v socket would be better as well, as that is something I've lost in mine.
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Thanks. That’s disappointing, I thought I was onto a winner!
I’ll have a look at it later, thanks. Need to research how to install new hall sensors and micro switch couplers first!
Scottish Borders
Attleborough, Norfolk
When I was a lad, the big thing to have was a 5th gear!
Now the essential things seem to be holders for stuff we never used to need: cups, phones, etc.
So, @B21, I'll happily join your grumpy old man's club.
You young pup…’overdrive’..push of the button..now that was sexy..
That right there is the correct answer.I don’t allow eating or drinking in my car. Simples!
I equip every car I drive with a minimum of 2 cup holders, but whilst I am driving, they are used to grip the steering wheel.
Ohio
No it's exactly the same as mine, from bimmercup.com He stopped making them, I've got one of his very first ones made, but there is a slight warp in it now. It's really down to the 3d printing medium, something that withstands the higher temperatures would work better. The version with (* sorry edit there, I meant "with" not "without"
This really needs to be printed in ASA and potentially with a PC or Carbon Fiber additive -- and I'm not sure the original maker did so. The PLA or PETG cheap hobbyist plastics are great for prototyping but not for serious use.
It will need a decent enclosed 3D printer to print these higher temp materials accurately, not one of those cheap clones. I'd be willing to attempt it on my Prusa Core One but I don't have the 3MF/STL.
Is an English translation available?
Better suited composite plastics. ASA is commonly used in the plastics of the car that are heat/weather exposed. Like the mirror cowlings, etc. ASA is much like ABS plastic, but better UV resistance. Using PC (Polycarbonate) or CF (Carbon Fiber) blended with ASA adds in more impact resistance. I prefer the ASA-CF blends because of their ease of printing to mechanical accuracy. It's about $40USD a kilo, so fairly inexpensive for final parts. Prints at high temps and is resiliant well over 100C.
That didnt get too much better in English, but its more descriptive.
Definitely want to up that tape polymer from packing clear, to a stranded strapping tape or a silver duct tape...
