How to Design a Trash Bin Using 3D CAD Software
Designing a trash bin might sound simple, but it’s a great way to learn the basics of 3D modeling and product design. With SelfCAD, you can easily turn your ideas into a realistic 3D model, experimenting with shapes, sizes, and features before creating a real version. In this tutorial, we’ll go through how to design a functional and stylish trash bin using SelfCAD, from building the main body to adding details like a lid or handles. Whether you’re just starting out with 3D design or looking to improve your modeling skills, this project is a fun and practical way to get hands-on experience while creating something useful.
You can learn along with the interactive tutorial at; https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials/5e2f2476f3e4x6v6u5u292h7358686r6t2y2
Once you launch the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set top radius to 25, Bottom radius to 20, height to 60.
Tick the checkmark to finalize cylinder
Click solid+wireframe button to set rendering mode
Click cube selection on the toolbar; Set bottom to 0.1, top to 4
Tick the checkmark to finalize cube selection
From the modify category on the toolbar choose extrusion; Set is individual to true, connect neighbors to true, extrusion amount to 2.
Tick the checkmark to finalize extrusion
Click on highlighted region to deselect it
Click cube selection on the toolbar; Set bottom to 56, top to 60.9
Tick the checkmark to finalize cube selection
From the modify category on the toolbar choose extrusion; Set is individual to true, connect neighbors to true, extrusion amount to 2.
Tick the checkmark to finalize extrusion
Click to activate polygon selection
Click on the gear icon to open the advanced selection tools; Set tolerance to 5, Click on highlighted region to select it
From the modify category on the toolbar choose inset; Set inset amount to 0.5.
Tick the checkmark to finalize inset
Click to activate face selection;
Click on the gear icon to open the advanced selection tools, Set loop selection to true
Click on highlighted face to select loop from the object
From the modify category on the toolbar choose extrusion; Set extrusion amount to 4
Click add option to add next macro step; Set operation to scale, x to 2, z to 2, Click apply button to apply extrusion
Click add option to add next macro step; Set operation to scale, x to 3, z to 3, Click apply button to apply extrusion
Click add option to add next macro step; Set operation to scale, x to 5, z to 5
Tick the checkmark to finalize extrusion
Click to activate polygon selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
From the modify category on the toolbar choose inset; Click apply button to apply inset, inset amount to 10.
Tick the checkmark to finalize inset
From the modify category on the toolbar choose extrusion; Set use side extrusion to true, extrusion amount to 9, Click apply button to apply extrusion.
Click add option to add next macro step; Set operation to scale, x to -8, z to -8
Click to activate face selection;
Click on the gear icon to open the advanced selection tools; Set loop selection to true, Click on highlighted face to select loop from the object, Set custom pattern to true
Click ‘x’ to close selection tools
From the modify category on the toolbar choose inset; Set inset amount to 0.5.
Tick the checkmark to finalize inset
From the modify category on the toolbar choose extrusion; Set is individual to true, extrusion amount to 1.5
Tick the checkmark to finalize extrusion
Click highlighted part on selection cube to turn off region selection
Click color picker button to change color of object; Click silver.
Click ok
Click solid button to set rendering mode
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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