I've got the logo done, but I still need to convert it to 3d. My 3d printer came with software that can generate 3d via a raster image.... would that work or would you prefer me to process it through inkscape first?
I can do the conversion for you. (It will also let me verify that the code for the top is working properly.)
The Inkscape==>DXF==>OpenSCAD process is the best option here.
- Not everyone will have the software that came with your printer, but anyone can get Inkscape and the plugin.
- The removable top has a slight taper so it fits snugly. Not sure if your software has that option.
- Resizing the logo and rendering a new top is
really easy -- only 5 steps and no fancy math, just the measurement for the variable TopDiameter.
-- In Inkscape: Resize the page dimensions to match TopDiameter, resize the vector image to match TopDiameter, and export to DXF.
-- In OpenSCAD: Re-render the top and export to STL.
Still waiting for a reply from a guy who can probably provide accurate measurements.
Once we get everything sorted out, I plan to cross-post all of the files and directions to Thingiverse like I did with the LS-30 handle
here.
- Of course, that's assuming you grant permission to include (and credit) your work on the logo.
So I ended up ordering the 12 and 24 ppr versions to try them both out.
So . . . 12 and 24 pulses per rotation (1 pulse = 4 quadrature phases), wth how many detents each?
orDid you order a 12ppr with 12 detents (1 click = 4 quadrature phases) and a 12 ppr with 24 detents? (1 click = 2 quadrature phases)
Just asking because it could make a difference in how you'd approach the code, based on the discussions we've had in this thread.
Scott