We made it though the move, and I’m starting to think about what is needed to get the printer ready to go again. In our old house the printer was in the basement, and because of that a lot of running was needed access it. This time I am going to build an enclosure and…
Author: finley
New video explains how to replace the PTFE tape and which tape to use
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Last batch for a while
We are moving and I have to take a break from making sliders while I focus on other things. Feel free to message me on Reddit, Etsy or here if I can find a way to add my email address. I may be able to start back up in November or December. Hope to see…
Matte black magnetic fidget slider
This last batch has been some of the best sliders I’ve made to date. Don’t get me wrong, all of my sliders have been good. Two things made this last one unique. New magnet spacing and a new texture on the bottom plates. The new texture makes the sliding action just feel better.
Fidgets made so far
Right now I have 12 sliders made, all in matte black. I have enough magnets to make 8 more. I’m not sure if I should make more black or matte blue. If I can get some good photos, I’ll list the black ones tomorrow on Etsy 09/20/22.
Production update
I think I have about 17 sliders printed. All in black. Still need to add magnets and assemble.
First look at the new slider
Check out the slider menu item at the top, or my YouTube channel. https://youtu.be/rXMCkBDqlyw
Matte black magnetic fidget slider
Here’s a first look at the newest fidget slider
In production
With many of the issues ironed out, I’ve started production of the next release of sliders. They will be version 5. I’ve printed several, but I don’t know when I’ll have enough for release. Each one takes several hours to print.
Cracking the ladder code
I’d been struggling with the balance between magnetic strength as it relates to laddering. Finding the right balance was hard, if the magnets were too strong it would not ladder as well. I think I’ve found the solution. In adjusting the magnet spacing I’ve been able to maintain magnet strength with better ladder-ability. The dynamics…