Tools we use for our projects
We build your cockpit using proven professional tools: the Creality K1 Max 3D printer (300×300×400 mm) prints large parts in one go without needing to split them. For precise wooden substructures, we use the Festool plunge saw. All panels and buttons are labeled with the ORTUR laser engraving machine (don’t forget the safety glasses!)
The Dupont crimping tool perfectly connects cables to our Arduino MEGA, which serves as the control hub for each panel. Geeetech filament in black and white offers excellent value for money. Clean connections are created using an electric soldering station and flux, and the Twotrees TTC-450 CNC mills our own PCBs.
This is what we use!
K1 Max
Creality 300x300x300 mm
This printer is fantastic because it offers a large build volume. This allows us to print bigger parts in one go without having to split the 3D model. The build area is 300 × 300 × 300 mm. Unfortunately, this printer is no longer available, but we’ve linked an alternative from Creality for you.
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Plunge saw
Festtool
To cut wooden panels faster and more precisely, we chose a Festool plunge saw. It allows us to make straight cuts. Using a jigsaw wouldn’t get us very far :)
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Dupont Crimping Pliers
Crimping Pliers
To attach the cables to the Mega board, you need crimping pliers. With these, you can attach connectors, either male or female. Of course, regular jumper wires can also be used (we still use them occasionally), which saves some time. However, if a specific length is required, using the crimping pliers is unavoidable.
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Filament von Geeetech
Best price
We use Geeetech PETG filament (without any financial support from Geeetech), as it has proven to be the best for many of our prints. In the past, we paid attention to choosing the right shade of gray, but nowadays we only buy black and white. If necessary, we can spray it.
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Laser engraving machine
ORTUR
We made all our panels using this laser engraving machine. Whether it was cutting the substructure (wood) or engraving text on buttons or the panels themselves - it was always by our side. The machine is quick to set up and easy to use. IMPORTANT: Always wear safety goggles to protect your eyes and avoid injuries.
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Soldering Iron
Electrically Adjustable Temperature
A soldering iron, of course, is a must. We’re not professionals, so we don’t have a top-of-the-line model, but we got a soldering iron with an electrically adjustable temperature display. This lets us set the perfect temperature for the solder we use.
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CNC milling machine
Twotrees
To produce our own PCB boards, we needed a CNC machine. Of course, we also considered building one ourselves, but we didn’t want to start another project just yet.
That’s why we opted for a relatively affordable alternative: the Twotrees TTC 450. The build quality is really great, but it takes about 2 hours to get the CNC fully set up. We’re happy with this machine and always get excited when we mill a PCB board with it.
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Soldering flux
Important
The flux makes soldering significantly easier for us. An additional advantage is that components adhere lightly to the board when the flux is applied. So it’s an absolute MUST HAVE!
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