I am looking for some help with 3D printing a new handle for Jabsco PAR 455510-0000 Y-valve handle. Should be made from quite strong material. Shipping to Pt Roberts, WA, 98281.
I am new to 3D printing, so will need some guidance…
Thanks!
We at Build up Prints would love to help you out with this project. We can do the computer modeling, printing and shipping. For an accurate quote would you mind taking a picture of the broken part from above with a ruler next to it? The shipping fee would be close to 13 dollars CAD. As for a strong material, I have had much success with ABS. We can also print in Nylon for a surcharge (which will depend on the size of the part and complexity) You do decide to chose us, feel free to open an inquiry on our Hub page to further the conversation. Regards, Liam Shirley and Isaac Guld
Hi, We are DG Print, and very interested in assisting you creating Y-valve handle. We do 3D modeling as well as fabricating the parts. Please email us at sales@dgprint.ca, and we can discuss further detail as in how to assist you.
Cheers
Thank you for your message Liam and Isaac,
See attached as requested.
Will you be able to estimate it before I ship the whole thing to you (since I don’t have a precise drawing)?
I am not sure about the material and will need your help. The reason I need a new handle is because the original is made out of plastic, it is sitting on a metal pin, over time (as the valve became stiff) the handle became lose and I can’t lock the valve now. I think I need something as strong as metal. What would you suggest?
Thank you!
As for material, I think ABS is out of the question in terms of your strength requirements. However, Nylon should work well, it would last longer your original handle but most likely not as long as steel. However, you will be able to keep the 3D file to print any more handles you may require in the future.
Although, an alternative method to modelling the exact same handle: cut some threads onto the pivot shaft, thread a nut onto it, apply some lock-tight and then model a nut shaped (hex) into the handle instead of the flat faced 2 sided shaft.
As for the quotes:
For the regular handle with no nuts/thread cutting we will charge a modeling fee of $50 and the print cost will be about $18.
If you do decide to go with the nut/thread cutting option, there will be an additional charge of $20 to cover the cost of the tool purchase.
As a reminder, all of these prices are in CAD.
Regards,
Liam Shirley
I could make that in aluminum!
Liam, the thread idea is good but may not work, since the original valve is on the boat and I don’t want to take it off at this point. Is there a way to call/email you directly to discuss next steps?
Absolutly, shoot me an email at buildupprints@gmail.com and I can forward you my number if you wish to call, although I’m not sure if international calling will apply. Liam Shirley
how can I contact you to get more details?
You can contact me through my hub or email horonscope89@yahoo.com. My hub is geared towards metal casting aided by printing. B-)
This would be fun to cast.
