How to Design a Mobile Speaker Amplifier using 3D CAD Software
Creating a custom mobile speaker amplifier is an exciting project that combines innovation, creativity, and practical design skills. With SelfCAD, you can easily design a compact and stylish amplifier enclosure using intuitive 3D modeling tools, even if you are new to CAD software. In this article, you will learn how to build a mobile speaker amplifier step by step, from shaping the main body and adding speaker openings to preparing the design for 3D printing, allowing you to create a functional and personalized portable audio device
Follow along with the interactive tutorial at; https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials/555r1i124260222l6k6dv6m3m6c301y2q283
Once you launch the editor;
From the generators category on the toolbar choose shape generator; Set fill top to false, number of edges to 64, height to 40, bevel segment to 1, bevel level to 20
Click + button to add new segment; Set top radius to 50, fill bottom to false, bevel segment to -1.
Click + button to add new segment; Set top radius to 65, height to 100,bevel segment to 0
Click + button to add new segment; Set top radius to 100, height to 45, bevel segment to -1
Tick the checkmark to finalize shape generator
From the modify category on the toolbar choose add thickness; Set thickness to 5.
Tick the checkmark to finalize add thickness
Click rotate on the toolbar; Set z to 90.
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set top radius to 100, Bottom radius to 100, height to 10, horizontal segments to 100, position x to 35, position y to 140, rotation z to 90.
Click on shape 1 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose mesh 4 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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