PRINTED — 3D part now printed and ready to use February 21, 2013
Posted by rik94566 in aquaponics, arduino, Rj45 connector, Sketch-UP.Tags: 3D, 3D printing, aquaponic automation, aquaponics, DIY aquaponics, rik kretzinger
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Well it has been a journey to print my first 3D item. Here it is.
Front View of RJ-45 Socket
Here is a view of printed socket with parts that will actually be use in the final product and compared to my proto-type.
Printed part next to prototype
Here is the actual cost break-down on the printing:
Printing costs
Now for the killer: SHIPPING —-
The item was shipped from Oakland, CA to where I live only about 35 miles and went out UPS. The thing weighs less than an oz or two!
Total came to $20.45. At this rate the cost of a 3D printer is well within reach in the near future. With all the things I want to create and print I can keep a 3D printer busy most of every day.
I am really getting into this DS18B20 temp sensor.. So this blog has been very helpful in giving me some ideas. Just a tip though, There are many places online that you can get RJ45 inserts for much cheaper… at the rate you were paying at about 5$ each, I have found them in the usa for around $2 each free shipping (ebay) probably cheaper if you look around. If you dont mind waiting a few weeks you can get them for about 37 cents each through aliexpress but you would have to buy in qty of 100..
A few things I have been wondering, is how far can I have my temp sensor from my micro controller? I am planning on having a separate wire for power, and will also being using cat-5 with a cat-5 splitter off a main line
Jason – Thanks for the comment. I have purchased RJ45 inserts off the internet now and still working of inventory. My needs have been limited to need an insert go to Home Depot and get it. Once I scale up on my systems I will for sure be getting everything at better price points.
I have run around 15′ cables with the DS18B20′s and that has been on Cat-5 cable. Never done the splitter cable thing, so don’t know how that will work for you. Keep up the good work and let me know if you have a blog or website I would like to see your work.