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I have a set of plans for a 1.2 metre rc trimaran yacht is it possible to produce the components using a 3d printer

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Hi Robert,

first of all yes, it should be possible to print the components. The density of most plastics is slightly higher then 1g/cm³.

Can you add some pictures of the plans so that I can make up some thoughts on how to realize this.

Did you allready divide the yacht in parts that are in a printable size ? I have one of the largest 3d printers available for private use.

With a buildvolume of 29x27x18cm i am sure, that i could help you out with this project. I also offer lots of different materials available in many colors (more colors upon request, but you can paint nearly any part).

Contact me via email or 3dHubs if you are interested in cooperating with me for this project.

https://www.3dhubs.com/siegen/hubs/marius/

-Marius

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All good points from @MB3D. It also depends if you can split up the design into even smaller parts, that would help for printability in this case. For extreme sizes you could search for machines such as Big Rap or Pivot Maker, they have a print volume close to 1m3

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I can’t 3D print yet Robert but I know that in China they are building quality houses with prototype 3D printers for a fraction of the cost of building a house conventionally. Incidentally I like the Hawaiian Oceanic Trench research vessel that is really stable in huge waves and a miser on fuel. Its a metal catamaran with a huge rectangular airfoil at the front to keep the bow up. Money to be made in the future for sure.

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Hey Robert,

Yup. No prob. Did you want to 3D print the whole thing?

Are the plans digital designs or do they need to be interpreted into a 3D design?

I’m near London. Bung me a howdy if you’d like to discuss the project.

Cheers,

AndyL

Pot8oSh3D

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Robert,

You can print a yacht. The best (and cost-effective) way to do it, is to spit the hull in equal sections. You just have to be aware of the structural integrity and surface area for adhesion (mechanical engineer here). I personally would use 3M 5200, since it is widely used as an adhesive & sealant for modern boat hulls. You would want high resolution, and slow print speeds, so that you can make sure the material has the very best seal possible. Lets not make another Titanic!

I have a printer (just like Marius’) coming in the mail for projects just like this. It should be in early next week. On top of that, I have two Makerbot 2X’s for any additional parts, other than the hull (for quicker production).

If you would like to discuss more, you can check out my hub and/or email me. I am actually curious as to what radio & motor that you are going to use.

https://www.3dhubs.com/detroit/hubs/3d-detroit

Best of luck!

- Joseph Romano

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There is a remote control boat club that has been started by the Lough. You can by a 35cm 6 channel remote control submarine for €72.84 including shipping from http://www.aliexpress.com/item/six-channel-35CM-remote-control-toys-large-RC-Seawolf-Nuclear-submarine-remote-control-submarine-sales/1972530593.html. Your trimaran will cost a fortune because its big. Ask marks models maybe?