developing the
Elemental LampNo CnC? No problem!
It started as a dream of mine
i had a simple but clear vision
The idea for this lamp came to me while I was 3d modeling for fun. I make the model in fusion360, and I used that model as the basis for a plan. I wanted so badly to make it as precise as possible. However, I do not have a CNC machine. I had plenty of ideas, but no experience. So I became an avid youtube watcher of DIY videos. Then I thought, I can do this! How?
I learned so much. about tools.
My Vision
This project was very important to me – I thought- would involve hand operated power tools. Including scroll saw, drill press, inverted jig saw, orbital palm sander, lots of hand sanding. It will also involve mold making and working with LED lights. Instead, I have the first version complete because I changed directions and used a 3d Printer!
Putting it together
The First Prototype
The Elemental Lamp – Putting it All Together! A custom lamp design.
In this video, I finally put together the elemental lamp, one of the creative ideas that propelled me to create this channel, try new things and learn how to be a maker. The elemental lamp is planned in Fusion 360,…
Simulate Stain Glass with Resin & 3d Printed Parts How To Step by Step
We’re working on a project that requires some panels, something similar to stain glass so light can come through, so both colorful and transparent. In the past, we’ve made some resin panels that worked ok, however, this time consistent top…
This turned out So Awesome! Light Panel Finale: Modshapes
We complete our casting of resin panels to use in the elemental lamp. One more example of the casting process, and a review of the entire experience and results. PAM, or mold release, is not really efficient in the casting…
Super Fun! Mold & Cast Light Panels for the Elemental Lamp: Modshapes
Mold and Cast Light Panels for the Elemental Lamp with Composimold and EasyCase resin. We need three of these panel per lamp. Here is the entire process from start to finish! ModShapes is about product design and making things. We…
100 Percent Joy! Casting Panels for the Elemental Lamp: Modshapes
Casting into the mold we made in the previous video – using EasyCast resin. This is 100 percent successful and this method is the one we will stick with! Its repeatable, has the right shape, and strength, and what looks…
Best So Far! Casting Wood for the Panels of the Elemental Lamp: Modshapes
Decided to use wood as a basis for a mold for the light panels, and used Composimold since its so easy to remelt is things to awry! I think this is finally the method thats going to be repeatable. ModShapes…
No CNC… No Problem! Building Elemental Lamp Part One: Modshapes
Designed a Lamp in Fusion 360, but I don’t have a CNC machine. Part one describes my thought process of how to build this lamp without a CNC machine. ModShapes is about product design and making things. We started out…
Wood Mold For Resin? Building the Elemental Lamp Part 2: Modshapes
Designed a Lamp in Fusion 360, but I don’t have a CNC machine. Part one describes my thought process of how to build this lamp without a CNC machine. ModShapes is about product design and making things. We started out…
Wood Mold Possible with Resin? Building the Elemental Lamp Part 3: Modshapes
The light panels are an important part of the Elemental Lamp Design. Really want to make them as accurate to the design as possible and stand out. Here is the second attempt at making a wooden mold and casting resin…