38 min

A Deep Dive with American Filament Episode #30 The Ham Radio Guy

    • Technology

This enlightening episode of our Ham Radio Guide podcast welcomes Megan Brooks, the co-owner of American Filament, for an extensive discussion on the exciting world of 3D printing and its application in Ham Radio. We explore the many facets of 3D printing technology, delving into printer variations, filament choices, and the unique products that can be created.
Megan shares her journey from environmental engineering to the establishment of American Filament, a company committed to American-sourced resin. She highlights the importance of the safety and quality of filament materials and provides a comprehensive overview of their products, including the unique PLA Plus filament.
Discover the artwork of lithophanes, or 3D-printed images, as Megan demonstrates one of their own multi-colored lithophane boxes. We also demystify 3D printer brands like the Elgato, Neptune, and Bamboo, offering guidance and advice to those stepping into the 3D printing world.
Learn about the different qualities of filaments, how they affect the final print quality, and the optimal storage conditions to maintain their quality. Megan also shares tips to combat the water-absorbing nature of filaments, such as using filament dryers or dehumidifiers.
Whether you are a 3D printing beginner or a seasoned veteran, this episode is packed full of valuable information, insider tips, and expert advice. Dive in to understand the full potential of 3D printing in the Ham Radio space.
SHOW NOTES 
Our website: https://americanfilament.us/
Lithophane Maker: https://www.lithophanemaker.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanFilament/
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/american_filament/
Discord (when I say we just started I mean like last week haha): https://discord.gg/AKZTmGVa79
 
STL Sites:
www.thingiverse.com
www.printables.com
www.cults3d.com
www.makerworld.com
 
Sites for Printers
www.Matterhackers.com
www.microcenter.com
 
 
Links:   
Hook and Loop Cable ties https://amzn.to/478uCoA
Black Dacron ¼ rope.  https://amzn.to/3vEVRKx
Clubgearonline.com
 
LINKS
http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar
 
NEWS:
https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy 
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy
Email: W0MET@thehamradioguy.com
 
Sign up for the newsletter
 
 
 

This enlightening episode of our Ham Radio Guide podcast welcomes Megan Brooks, the co-owner of American Filament, for an extensive discussion on the exciting world of 3D printing and its application in Ham Radio. We explore the many facets of 3D printing technology, delving into printer variations, filament choices, and the unique products that can be created.
Megan shares her journey from environmental engineering to the establishment of American Filament, a company committed to American-sourced resin. She highlights the importance of the safety and quality of filament materials and provides a comprehensive overview of their products, including the unique PLA Plus filament.
Discover the artwork of lithophanes, or 3D-printed images, as Megan demonstrates one of their own multi-colored lithophane boxes. We also demystify 3D printer brands like the Elgato, Neptune, and Bamboo, offering guidance and advice to those stepping into the 3D printing world.
Learn about the different qualities of filaments, how they affect the final print quality, and the optimal storage conditions to maintain their quality. Megan also shares tips to combat the water-absorbing nature of filaments, such as using filament dryers or dehumidifiers.
Whether you are a 3D printing beginner or a seasoned veteran, this episode is packed full of valuable information, insider tips, and expert advice. Dive in to understand the full potential of 3D printing in the Ham Radio space.
SHOW NOTES 
Our website: https://americanfilament.us/
Lithophane Maker: https://www.lithophanemaker.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanFilament/
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/american_filament/
Discord (when I say we just started I mean like last week haha): https://discord.gg/AKZTmGVa79
 
STL Sites:
www.thingiverse.com
www.printables.com
www.cults3d.com
www.makerworld.com
 
Sites for Printers
www.Matterhackers.com
www.microcenter.com
 
 
Links:   
Hook and Loop Cable ties https://amzn.to/478uCoA
Black Dacron ¼ rope.  https://amzn.to/3vEVRKx
Clubgearonline.com
 
LINKS
http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar
 
NEWS:
https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy 
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy
Email: W0MET@thehamradioguy.com
 
Sign up for the newsletter
 
 
 

38 min

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