Anybody thought of 3-D printing up some higher-capacity magazines for short-action Axis rifles?

[ninner]

If you're talking about an SLA/DLP style printer like an Anycubic Photon or Mono, I've been recommended Siraya Tenacious resin. Apparently it works particularly well when you mix it 20/80 into your regular 'brittle' resins. I just got a bottle of it here for something completely unrelated to firearms, and will be experimenting to see how it responds.

Ross.

I’ve only done FDM printing so far but after looking at the printer you referenced I may have to try it out. Do you have a Anycubic? Do you like it?


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[RBT321]

I’ve only done FDM printing so far but after looking at the printer you referenced I may have to try it out. Do you have a Anycubic? Do you like it?

I love the AnyCubic Photon! It's amazingly accurate and the prints are incredibly clean. Here is a picture of a tiny N gauge model railway bogie that I made. It will demo the detail you can get out of these things:

https://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/uploads/monthly_2020_05/IMG_0057m.JPG.8697f257525ea8aeb4b09309d03c2bbd.JPG

Though be warned that there is a significant learning curve involved in getting good quality prints every time from these SLA/DLP systems and the standard resins all produce quite brittle parts that probably won't stand up to any rough treatment.

That's where I hear the Siraya Tenacious resin can make a huge difference, but I am only just beginning to experiment with it myself.

Even since I bought mine just back in March there are newer models coming out that feature much faster prints and larger volumes: Check out the AnyCubic Mono, the Phrozen Sonic 4K Mini and the Elgoo Saturn. And I think Epax and Peopoly have new ones out this year too. If you choose the Phrozen printer let me know, I'll send you a link as I earn a bottle of resin for every new customer I can introduce! :)

Ross.

[ninner]

I love the AnyCubic Photon! It's amazingly accurate and the prints are incredibly clean. Here is a picture of a tiny N gauge model railway bogie that I made. It will demo the detail you can get out of these things:

https://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/uploads/monthly_2020_05/IMG_0057m.JPG.8697f257525ea8aeb4b09309d03c2bbd.JPG

Though be warned that there is a significant learning curve involved in getting good quality prints every time from these SLA/DLP systems and the standard resins all produce quite brittle parts that probably won't stand up to any rough treatment.

That's where I hear the Siraya Tenacious resin can make a huge difference, but I am only just beginning to experiment with it myself.

Even since I bought mine just back in March there are newer models coming out that feature much faster prints and larger volumes: Check out the AnyCubic Mono, the Phrozen Sonic 4K Mini and the Elgoo Saturn. And I think Epax and Peopoly have new ones out this year too. If you choose the Phrozen printer let me know, I'll send you a link as I earn a bottle of resin for every new customer I can introduce! :)

Ross.

That looks like my new Christmas present.


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[RBT321]

So if you do decide to plunk for the really fast Phrozen Sonic 4K Mini, use this link and I'll get a bottle of free resin! :)

http://phrozen3dp.refr.cc/rosstierney

Ross.

[RBT321]

@neilis, would you like me to try printing that mag above?

My printer's dimensions allow me to print parts up to 115 x 65 x 155mm (4.52" x 2.55" x 6.10")

PM me and we can exchange files by email.

Ross.

[ninner]

I had a guy on eBay wanting a custom safety bolt block for the range his will be orange but here is the prototype made out of glow in the dark PLA https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201020/7e47725de24399fab6a6d1eeb4b93d4a.jpg


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[Jcalloway]

So is anyone making this happen, or did it not work out?

[ninner]

If anyone will post pics of the new style mag I’ll try.


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[Robinhood]

Why not make a mag port/bottom metal that accepts high cap mags that are already in production.

[ninner]

Why not make a mag port/bottom metal that accepts high cap mags that are already in production.

? Never considered it. Most of the stocks I have aren’t inleted for bottom metal and I’ve switched to chassis where I wanted aics.


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[FOGeologist]

Following up on this from a long time back -

I bought an Ender 3 V2 and promptly went down the rabbit hole of making replacement parts, munitions, and model fuel tanks for my radio control planes.

BTW, don't go down into the pit of RC. There is little chance you can climb out. :disillusionment:

I sent my bolt off to be "tuned" with a bushing and re-sprung, so I didn't have to deal with Savage's misdesigned spring arrangement. Now I have to consider designing my magazine, saving $400 - $500 for a half-decent scope and rings (the stock rail seems to be just fine, in fact, I suspect most stock rails are sufficient for all but "battle" purposes), and a careful load workup is in order - although from my unpublished "round 2 range report," I can tell you that my stock handload (55 grain Montana Gold over X-Terminator) is a sub MOA round in this rifle.

Then, I will contemplate creating a 10 round capacity magazine in Fusion 360 for this rifle.

[charlie b]

Following up on this from a long time back -

I bought an Ender 3 V2 and promptly went down the rabbit hole of making replacement parts, munitions, and model fuel tanks for my radio control planes.

BTW, don't go down into the pit of RC. There is little chance you can climb out. :disillusionment:

I sent my bolt off to be "tuned" with a bushing and re-sprung, so I didn't have to deal with Savage's misdesigned spring arrangement. Now I have to consider designing my magazine, saving $400 - $500 for a half-decent scope and rings (the stock rail seems to be just fine, in fact, I suspect most stock rails are sufficient for all but "battle" purposes), and a careful load workup is in order - although from my unpublished "round 2 range report," I can tell you that my stock handload (55 grain Montana Gold over X-Terminator) is a sub MOA round in this rifle.

Then, I will contemplate creating a 10 round capacity magazine in Fusion 360 for this rifle.

RC airplanes. Yep, have had a few, still do :) I stick with mostly electric scale in smaller sizes (<60"). Was so deep in the hole started up my own business cutting kits (Manzano Laser Works). Sold it off a few years ago but still build and fly every now and then.

Was also tempted to get a 3D printer but have not felt the need to get one yet. Will probably get another small metal lathe before a 3D printer.

You are right that most rails will suffice for the .22's. Scopes are another story. Better to spend more on them. But, I was pleasantly surprised at my Vortex Diamondback (24x). Better optics than I expected and reticle movement is very repeatable.