One the problems I’ve recently solved with 3D printing was to create a simple paint mixer (shown above).
Basically it is a block with a few divots in it. This allows you to easily a small amount of paint in each divot. The advantage over a flat area is that the mixing process doesn’t spread the paint too broadly. This solved a problem for me when I am building my plastic models and need a small amount of colours mixed together.
The dimensions of the mixer are:
76.8 mm long
19 mm wide
4.8 mm deep
I’ve uploaded the STL model here:
https://github.com/directorcia/ciaopslabs/blob/main/3dprint/tools/Paintmixer.stl
so you can grab a copy and print it out for yourself. If you don’t have access to a 3D printer then send me a donation via:
to cover the postage at least and I’ll send you a print.
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