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mchaco1
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Posted: Mon Apr 28, 2014 7:53 pm Post subject: CAD powerbox fin template? |
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I just got a new fanatic SUP and it was missing the powerbox plug for the center fin. I imagine getting a replacement will be like trying to milk a rock, so I was wondering if anyone has a .stl CAD file of a powerbox fin that I could chop the top off of and send to the 3d printer... or just the top part if youdont want me to see your secret fin |
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rlemmens
Joined: 09 Feb 2008 Posts: 206
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Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 12:42 am Post subject: |
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In my experience the plastic used for 3d printing is ok for prototyping but it tends to be too fragile for real use. Also, it's expensive so it should be easier trying to contact fanatic or wherever you bought it from. What exactly do you mean by the power box plug. Do you mean the box itself, the screw holding the fin in or the bolt section in the fin itself? |
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Sailboarder
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Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 8:35 am Post subject: |
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I understand the OP means the base of the fin, the more or less rectangular section in which the screw sets. The plug is a 0 cm Powerbox fin that is used to fill the hole when you remove a center fin.
The easiest solution is to find a broken fin and completely butt it. I'm sure most shops will have something available for you. |
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mchaco1
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Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 10:54 am Post subject: |
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Yes, just the top part to plug the hole. I have a new 3d printer sitting on my desk and its demanding to be used... |
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spanker_jeep
Joined: 15 Mar 2002 Posts: 404 Location: Outer Richmond District.
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Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 11:08 am Post subject: |
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Great Idea. |
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mark
Joined: 10 Apr 2000 Posts: 181
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Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 12:10 pm Post subject: |
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Using Google search power box fin. Under images is a drawing of the power box base that includes all of the dimensions. You should be able to create a 3D model from that drawing.
Last edited by mark on Tue Apr 29, 2014 2:09 pm; edited 1 time in total |
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isobars
Joined: 12 Dec 1999 Posts: 20935
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Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 12:32 pm Post subject: |
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Swap meets all but give away beat-up fins, including Powerbox. Snag one, decapitate it, and you've got both the plug and the brass insert right there. And it will FIT! |
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Sailboarder
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Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 3:20 pm Post subject: |
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mchaco1 wrote: | Yes, just the top part to plug the hole. I have a new 3d printer sitting on my desk and its demanding to be used... |
I could definitely feel that you had one somewhere...
Since it is a plug, it doesn't need strength, only enough to survive being screwed in place. You can even design it with areas that will be foam filled to reduce the weight and displace water that would get trapped.
Or if you NEED to build something, you could also pour PU foam in the hole (lined with Saran Wrap). This will get you a light and fitting plug. |
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westender
Joined: 02 Aug 2007 Posts: 1288 Location: Portland / Gorge
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Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 10:05 pm Post subject: |
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What happens if you don't put the filler piece in? If it would sink you could tape over the hole and be good. |
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mchaco1
Joined: 08 Sep 2010 Posts: 645
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Posted: Thu May 01, 2014 11:22 am Post subject: |
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mark wrote: | Using Google search power box fin. Under images is a drawing of the power box base that includes all of the dimensions. You should be able to create a 3D model from that drawing. |
I found that, I just dont have cad or the skill to do it. |
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