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 Posted 1/10/2017 8:06:01 PM |
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Supreme Being
 
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I purchased a 3D file of the Gun Turret of the DOJ Batmobile from a certain company a while back. Now they have contacted me and asked if I would like a file of the entire car. I certainly doubt that I would be able to 3D print something that large so my question is........ do you think there would be any more value in the 3D files for getting dimensions or even printing out flat patterns on paper, etc.? I haven't been quoted a price, but my guess is it would not be cheap.
sly
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| Posted 1/10/2017 8:42:34 PM |
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hey sly,
I would ask them if their files can be used with a CNC router table with X Y Z and a fourth rotational axis. Also if their files can be used in a sectional mode. The are services available that can route full size cars from large blocks of foam. Last time I saw this service it was running between 10,000 and 20,000. You could buy your own 4' x 8' CNC router table for a little more. Most of these full car files I've seen are just able to do an external model. I had thought doing this but have decided to spend the money on the build. vertigo
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| Posted 1/11/2017 6:45:49 PM |
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Supreme Being
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| Thanks for the info Vert.
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| Posted 1/12/2017 5:35:01 PM |
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Hey sly,
I requested an estimate for a life sized car routed/milled in foam.
“I have a life size concept car file for 7.5' wide X 22' long X 4.5'
tall. My files are STL. I would like to have this routed/milled out in
foam. I am not asking for an exact estimate but rather a price range
for this type of work. I understand that there are many factors to
consider for a true estimate. A price range would tell me if I can
afford to have this work done and not waste your time on a detailed
estimate.”
Here is the reply I received:
“It really depends on the foam. High density urethane foam can cost
$50-70 per cubic ft. A car of this size with 10lb foam $10-22k. I like
to use 1lb EPS and coat it. Using EPS we can profile cut it with our
hot wire saving machine and assembly time. Generally a basic 5 sided
car cut in 1lb EPS $7-10k plus cost of foam.
Hope this helps.
Note 1-pound EPS sell for 4-5.00 per cubic foot
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| Posted 1/12/2017 5:51:24 PM |
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Hey sly,
Here is a company that specializes in cars and other large object out of foam.
Worth visiting this site to see what is possible.
CONTACTSCALE
Contactscale.com
We specialize in cutting large, sometimes complicated foam objects
such as full-size cars. For a machining quotes or RFQs we will need a
3D file. Contactscale is a full scale 3D shop with 3 types of
services; cutting, molding and proof of concepts. We specialize in
cutting large, sometimes complicated foam objects such as full-size
cars.
Give us a call or email us with any questions about our services. 650-284-4055
Cutting and Machining Capablities:
26 ft x 12 ft x 6 ft tall
● Large parts
● CNC Hotwire 2 and 4 Axis
● CNC Router 3,4 and 5 Axis
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| Posted 1/12/2017 6:10:41 PM |
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Supreme Being
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| I bought the files. I already had the gun turret so they gave me a bit of a discount. I doubt very much I would have the whole car done, but it would be nice to get some of the hard to reproduce parts done. For example, the rear engine cover or the side mechanics.
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