How to Design a Drill Dust Collector using 3D CAD Software
Keeping workspaces clean while drilling can be challenging, which is why a drill dust collector is a practical accessory for both DIY enthusiasts and professionals. Designing one in SelfCAD offers a great opportunity to explore functional 3D modeling techniques while creating a useful tool that helps capture dust and debris at the source. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to design a drill dust collector step by step in SelfCAD, using intuitive modeling tools to create a durable, efficient, and 3D-printable design
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Once you’ve launched the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cube; Set height to 200, height segment to 2.
Tick the checkmark finalize cube
Click to activate edge selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
Click move on the toolbar; Set z to -10 using highlighted gizmo.
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
Click to activate face selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
Click delete button to delete selected objects
From the modify category on the toolbar choose add thickness; Set thickness to 5.
Tick the checkmark to finalize add thickness
From the modify category on the toolbar choose extrusion; Set extrusion amount to 50.
Tick the checkmark to finalize extrusion
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set top radius to 15, Bottom radius to 15, height to 20, horizontal segments to 50, position y to 200, position z to -50, rotation x to 90.
Tick the checkmark to finalize cylinder
From the generators category on the toolbar choose screw & nut generator; Set radius to 25, pitch to 5, segments to 50, rotations to 10
Click on mesh 8 and 4 to select
Click Boolean on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose mesh 8, screw 1 to subtract.
Tick the checkmark to finalize difference
As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.
More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace
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