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Building our furniture with ALUMINUM and 3D PRINTING!
9 September 2023 · 18 min · 29K views
What this video covers
Marina and Michel construct a custom floor-to-ceiling wardrobe for their 24-square-meter studio using aluminum profiles and 3D-printed components.0:30 They select aluminum for its lightweight, durable, and recyclable properties, intending to test these materials for future use on a planned electric aluminum catamaran.0:30 Michel uses a Megatech welding machine featuring pulse technology and a synergistic interface to join thin-walled aluminum profiles.2:27 The pulse system dissipates heat to improve weld finish, while the synergistic settings automatically adjust current, voltage, and wire speed.2:49 The design includes a push-to-open drawer system, a high-clearance section for hanging wetsuits, and shelves made from lightweight aluminum mesh.15:01 When standard hinges failed to fit the MDF thickness, the pair designed and 3D-printed custom hinges using printer filament as the pivot pin.11:33 They finish the wardrobe with magnetic fabric closures reinforced by aluminum bars.12:53 The project confirms that aluminum welding is efficient for custom furniture, though finishing tasks like fabric work and precise cutting require significant time.17:07
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