Everyone loves the Moon Lamp Lithograph (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2771919) that has been around on Thingiverse for a while. I recently tried to print this on my resin printer and was able to make it work without supports inside. There has to be a small drain hole in the bottom to remove excess resin inside after printing. This is a very delicate print though and I would advise using tough resin. 25% Clear 75% white.
After that, I wanted to make a stand that uses the TBulb2 LED light, which is fantastic and a great value for what all you get. I discovered these when I made this: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5950038 – Very cool print, also done in resin.
So, here is the 3rd iteration and one that I am pleased with. I plan on putting rubber stick on feet underneath to prevent it from slipping around.
Easy print, no supports, 10% infill, in PLA. The TBulb-S is required (straight power connector). it presses into the small internal hole and there is no need for the retaining nut. I put the power connector through the bottom first and then attached the bulb to it and then pressed it in.
I am going to make 10 of these and hand them out as gifts in a custom box for Xmas.
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