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1 September 2014, 15:16 #1
Sintercore 3D printed muzzle break survives long-term test
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2...-muzzle-brake/
Sintercore produced the world's first 3D printed muzzle device over a year ago. This is a follow-up discussing the results over a year and nearly 8 thousand rounds fired.
Looks like it survived just fine!
One of the neatest things about 3D printing is that once you've created the 3D model, you can build it in all kinds of different materials. For example if you create a 3D model and print it in plastic on a low-end machine, you can test it extensively before you move on to a much stronger (and more expensive) material. You can get all the dimensions and what not dialed in with the prototypes first.
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1 September 2014, 15:18 #2
Dave make me one
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1 September 2014, 18:27 #3
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2 September 2014, 11:08 #4
I'd like to try one, but not at that price. Maybe a couple of years from now? Who knows. The only real advantage I can see, though, is saving a couple of ounces, and being the cool kid on the block that has one first.
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2 September 2014, 11:12 #5
Hehe, I can make one from ABS but I don't think it will hold together too long.
That might be a fun video though
Seriously though if you have an idea for a special muzzle device, I can model it and we can have it printed in any material you want. I don't think ShapeWays would have a problem with a muzzle break, but I don't know ... all of the online providers are very gun-shy.
You know, that's not a bad idea. I may design a bunch of muzzle devices and see if anyone wants to fund a round of printing ...
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6 September 2014, 19:15 #9Contributing Member
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Seems like 3D printing has come a long way in a very short period of time. I can only imagine where it'll end up in 2-5 years. The question is, with the right materials (if possible on a 3D printer) What can't you make on it?
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6 September 2014, 20:10 #10
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8 September 2014, 12:22 #12
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8 September 2014, 17:37 #13
I will, but I am still in the process of making a physical prototype, or rather updating the one I have. Its not a muzzle device though but you caught my attention with this thread. After I refine it a bit more I believe my next step is to have a 3D CAD drawing done and then go through a rapid prototype service. I will need it made out of aluminum, should it be done on a CNC machine? I don't want to muck up this thread or take it off track so you can PM me or if the mods don't mind we can continue here. Any info on creating a new product and how to move it along would be greatly appreciated. It is an accessory part for the AR platform.
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13 September 2014, 18:39 #14New Member
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18 September 2014, 09:34 #15
I love the sintered metal printing tech. I am just waiting for someone to print out a suppressor or at least baffles, legally of course. One could do some very cool and unique things this.