3D printing pen, Soldering iron, and CA glue

[ArrowsInClover]

As I just got started with 3d printing, there's a lot that I don't know. My first larger project is currently printing, and eventually I'm going to have to put it together. This means I'll need a soldering iron, some CA glue, and most likely a 3d printing pen. I have enough money to buy all these things, just wondering which ones you guys use and which ones you'd recommend (For all three) Thanks in advance

 

[Zevbutt]

I haven't used a 3d pen or soldering to attach prints. I mainly use CA glue, velcro, and hardware screws that I model holes for into the prints. I've heard good things about soldering prints, but the 3D pen I've only ever heard of being used for touching up seams and errors.

 

[ArrowsInClover]

I haven't used a 3d pen or soldering to attach prints. I mainly use CA glue, velcro, and hardware screws that I model holes for into the prints. I've heard good things about soldering prints, but the 3D pen I've only ever heard of being used for touching up seams and errors.

Interesting I thought all three were required, but upon more research in the forums what is recommended is CA glue with a soldering iron for larger pieces. What CA glue do you use?

 

[Zevbutt]

I use Loctite Super glue, the liquid not the gel

 

[ArrowsInClover]

I use Loctite Super glue, the liquid not the gel

Ok I'll look that up thanks!

 

[BlazingForge]

As I just got started with 3d printing, there's a lot that I don't know. My first larger project is currently printing, and eventually I'm going to have to put it together. This means I'll need a soldering iron, some CA glue, and most likely a 3d printing pen. I have enough money to buy all these things, just wondering which ones you guys use and which ones you'd recommend (For all three) Thanks in advance

when putting stuff together I recommend using both CA glue and a soldering iron. MAKE SURE YOU WEAR A MASK! I find a blend of chemical and physical attachment works best for sure. as for brand of CA glue i cant recommend one since my first bottle of the stuff came was not super good... definitely don't go super cheap on the CA glue like I did...

 

[ArrowsInClover]

when putting stuff together I recommend using both CA glue and a soldering iron. MAKE SURE YOU WEAR A MASK! I find a blend of chemical and physical attachment works best for sure. as for brand of CA glue i cant recommend one since my first bottle of the stuff came was not super good... definitely don't go super cheap on the CA glue like I did...

Ok thank you. Do you have a specific soldering iron you recommend?

 

[YTunz]

Honestly my armor is held together with The Original Super glue brand Super Glue. I started with it and everything has held up great. There's probably better glues out there, but my stuff has turned out great.

 

[BlazingForge]

Ok thank you. Do you have a specific soldering iron you recommend?

I believe i bought this one which has a ring light that really helps you see what you are working on. Especially since I work with Black PETG
Weller 30W Soldering Iron with LED Halo Ring | WLIR3012A

 

[ArrowsInClover]

I believe i bought this one which has a ring light that really helps you see what you are working on. Especially since I work with Black PETG
Weller 30W Soldering Iron with LED Halo Ring | WLIR3012A

Wow ok I’m surprised it’s that cheap I’ll pick that up for sure

 

[RealDunceGamer]

As I just got started with 3d printing, there's a lot that I don't know. My first larger project is currently printing, and eventually I'm going to have to put it together. This means I'll need a soldering iron, some CA glue, and most likely a 3d printing pen. I have enough money to buy all these things, just wondering which ones you guys use and which ones you'd recommend (For all three) Thanks in advance

Glue and Soldering Iron all the way! For my prints I would use E6000 adhesive, once the glue was put on I would come right behind it and weld the pieces with a soldering iron that would hold the 2 piece together while the glue sets. Like someone else said wear a mask, not only does it smell horrible it is also not healthy to inhale it.

I would also recommend using something to reinforce it. Too many times have I accidently moved the wrong way and had a weld break on me. I then came back to all the seems and reinforced it with fiber glass resin. It adds a bit of weight but helped 100% with keeping the prints together.

 

[ArrowsInClover]

Glue and Soldering Iron all the way! For my prints I would use E6000 adhesive, once the glue was put on I would come right behind it and weld the pieces with a soldering iron that would hold the 2 piece together while the glue sets. Like someone else said wear a mask, not only does it smell horrible it is also not healthy to inhale it.

I would also recommend using something to reinforce it. Too many times have I accidently moved the wrong way and had a weld break on me. I then came back to all the seems and reinforced it with fiber glass resin. It adds a bit of weight but helped 100% with keeping the prints together.

Sounds good thank you!

 

[Serunox]

I highly recommend what RealDunceGamer said, I attach all my pieces the same way and it holds up great. I use a 3d pen when I realized I have to create gaps for sizing to fill the inside strongly and properly before filling it and sanding on the outside with body filler.

 

[N8TEBB]

My helmet is 3D printed and assembled with just CA glue and activator. I use the Instant Bond stuff you can get at Home Depot.