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3D Printed Gyro the Cube

Dwight Mitchell • Jul 25, 2022

How to Make a 3D Printed Gyro the Cube

(in 11 Steps)

In this article you will learn how to make a gyro the cube with 3D printing. It’s an awesome mechanical toy that is challenging and fun to play with. In its most basic form, a gyro the cube is a puzzle game where you have to get it back into its original position. But creating your own gyro the cube isn’t as easy as it sounds. It takes some tinkering and practice to get that perfect combination of angles, edges, and holes that allow for smooth rotation but also keep it from spinning back into place immediately after turning it over again. And this is all before we even consider how best to build these features in a way that allows for 3D printing so that anyone can make one! Read on to find out how!

What You’ll Need

This depends on your exact cube size, design, and build. You’ll need enough filament for each part and to account for some extra for mistakes and adjustments. Here are some general guidelines: - 12x12x12 Cube: 750 - 900g of filament - 18x18x18 Cube: 1.5kg or 3.3lbs of filament - To find the right cube size, start with the standard 12x12x12 size cube. This is the smallest cube that you can still fit a person’s finger through the hole. If you want to make a cube that is more challenging to solve, try an 18x18x18 cube! - You’ll also need a 3D printer and some basic tools for assembly such as glue and clamps..

1. Get the right tools

You will need a 3D printer that is capable of printing with high precision. A 0.05mm layer height is recommended, but if you are printing at a higher resolution, make sure that your printer can keep up to the task of printing all those layers quickly enough to create a smooth surface. Cube rotation will be affected by print quality and by perimeters, so it’s best to spend some time on this step to get it right if you want your toy to work properly. You will also need two different colors of filament for printing the two halves of the cube and its center piece, along with several other components needed for assembly and finishing. The total cost will vary depending on which filaments you use, but expect an initial investment of around $150-200 USD for parts and supplies.

2. Find the right file

There are several different files available online for creating your own gyro the cube puzzle game. The STL file from Thingiverse was created using Autodesk Fusion 360 software and is based on an original design from Thingiverse user jakejames123 . It has been optimized for 3D printing in Cura software and has been tested extensively by ZMorph users to make sure that it prints well, even at high resolutions like 0.05mm or lower where perimeters can become an issue with these complex models. If you have experience with CAD software like Fusion 360 or Solidworks ,

Step 1 - Find the Right Cube and Print It

The first step is to find the right cube and print it. This can be tricky, but fortunately there are a few places online that curate places to buy 3D printed puzzles. Here are a few places you can start your search. - Puzzle.ro: A Romanian site that has an impressive collection of puzzles and games. - Cubify: A site run by the manufacturer of the Cubelet puzzle. - Shapeways: A site with a wide variety of puzzles, including the Maze Cube. - Thingiverse: A site with over 50 puzzle cubes and other puzzles to print.

Step 2 - Decide on Your Orientation

The cube puzzle can be solved in two orientations: top-down and side-up. Which one you choose will determine the shape and size of your cube. If you choose the top-down orientation, you will have a cube with a larger cube hole and smaller squares. If you choose the side-up orientation, your cube will have a smaller cube hole and larger squares.

Step 3 - Create the Bottom Edge

The bottom edge of the cube is the biggest challenge when it comes to 3D printing. Often, the bottom edge is created by carving away excess plastic from the base of the cube where the bottom square meets the cube hole. The side-up orientation bottom edge of the cube would also be carved away from the bottom edge of the bottom square. The top-down orientation needs to carve away the bottom edge and bottom side of the cube hole. When carving away excess plastic, you want to keep the carving as straight and clean as possible. This is easiest when you have a clean surface to work with. If your cube has stickers, remove them before you begin carving. You can use a scraper to lift the sticker and then use a razor blade to cut the sticker away from the plastic.

Step 4 - Create the Right Edge

The right edge of the cube is the edge where the rightmost square meets the cube hole. This is easiest to create when you have the top-down orientation. The right edge of the top-down orientation cube would be carved away from the right side of the right square. The right edge of the side-up orientation would be carved away from the right edge of the right square. For the side-up orientation, you may be able to simply carve away the right edge of the right square. If you have a smaller cube hole, you may need to make a new edge by adding a strip of plastic to the edge of the right square. For the top-down orientation, you will need to add a strip of plastic to the edge of the right square. This can be done with an L-shape or T-shape piece of plastic. The shape should be long enough to reach from the edge of the right square to the edge of the cube hole.

Step 5 - Create the Top Edge

The top edge of the cube is the edge where the topmost square meets the cube hole. For the top-down orientation, it is easiest to create the top edge by adding a strip of plastic to the edge of the top square. The shape should be long enough to reach from the edge of the top square to the edge of the cube hole. For the side-up orientation, it’s easiest to add a strip of plastic to the edge of the top square. The shape should be long enough to reach from the edge of the top square to the edge of the cube hole.

Step 6 - Add a Hole for your Finger

For the top-down orientation, carve away the bottom edge of the cube hole. For the side-up orientation, carve away the left edge of the cube hole. Make sure the hole is large enough for your finger!

Step 7 - Create an Inverse Disc Shape

For the top-down orientation, carve away the top and bottom edges of the square. For the side-up orientation, carve away the top and left edges of the square. Make sure you leave enough plastic on the cube hole to keep it from falling out!

Step 8 - Rotate and Test!

Once everything fits together and you’ve got the cube rotated and spinning, add in your inverse disc shape and see how it runs. You may need to make a few adjustments. Be careful to not push the two pieces together too tightly or they may become difficult to separate during assembly. Once you’re sure everything is working as it should, add any extra detailing or decoration you’d like to add and put it all together. You’re done!

Final Words

Congratulations! You’ve created a 3D printed gyro the cube. Now all you need to do is challenge your family and friends to solve it! If this article has inspired you to learn more about 3D printing and mechanical puzzles, you should check out