Hi my name is Shawn with MakerBot
learning. Gluing is a great solution when
you have objects that you'd like to
print larger than the build volume of
your 3D printer or for assembly. So in
this video we're going to cover some of
the best practices associated with
gluing your 3d prints. In order to
effectively glue your models you'll need
the following supplies: super glue
activator, two-part epoxy, rubber bands
filler, sand paper, paper towels, a
scraping tool, a gluing tray, a respiratory
mask, gloves, and eye protection. First
inspect the points where your pieces
are to be bonded clear them of any
support material or rough edges to
facilitate a firm bond. Next glue your
models sub-assemblies
using two-part epoxy here will allow you
to reposition or realign pieces while
the glue is still curing as epoxy cures
slower
when gluing larger assembly it's
important that your model be held in
place firmly you can do this with rubber
bands
spot join parts by placing small dots of glue
evenly across each scene this will help
your model stay in place. Superglue
typically takes about 30 seconds to a
minute to cure completely to speed up
the process use a spray activator
continue to spread glue across the rest
of the scene any excess glue should be
wiped off immediately with a paper towel
once the glue has cured completely use a
putty knife exacto knife or scraping
device to scrape off any excess glue and
to create a smooth steam once you're
happy with the surfaces joints and small
details of your model you can begin to
prepare the surface further if you plan
to paint
in order to ensure that nope its seams
or joints are visible before painting
apply some fillers such as bondo
apply filler in layers where needed and
set to cure
after the filler is dry stands briefly
with 1000 grit sandpaper if you've
applied thick layers you may need to use
400 grit sandpaper to remove more
material here we have the final product
you just learn how to take your prints
beyond the build plate
