Electroplating 3D Prints | Swords Tutorial 1

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  • Let me show you how to make gorgeus props by #electroplating your 3d prints. This is the Narsil Sword from #lotr . #3dprinting and metal plating combined will create convincing objects for you prop collection or the next comic con.
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    (*) These links are affiliate links. From time to time, I recommend products I know well and use, and, as a result, I may receive a commision if you purchase them using the affiliate link. Puchasig from affiliate links is at no extra cost to you.
    ▶ Setting up the bath: • How to Metal Plate 3D ...
    ▶ Chapters
    00:00 Introduction
    00:28 Creating the 3D Print
    01:23 Super Smoothing 3D Print
    02:18 How much does it weigh
    02:38 Bath Plating Process
    06:05 Polishing the electroplated copper
    06:40 Nickel Electroplating (Bath)
    07:23 Palladium Electroplating (Galvanic Brush)
    07:53 Gold Electroplating (Galvanic Pen)
    08:19 Covering the handle in Leatherette
    08:55 Physical Properties of Electroplated 3d Prints
    09:27 Conclusion + Impressions
    ▶ Narsil by 3D-mon
    www.thingiverse.com/thing:483...
    For the Conductivity I used
    * Tifoo Conductive Copper Paint
    ! Make sure that it can be used with your copper electrolyte.
    For the galvanic bath:
    * a container
    * acidic copper electrolyte
    * optional nickel electrolyte
    * Palladium electrolyte
    * Gold electrolyte
    * one or two copper anodes
    * banana plug & alligator clips
    You may need:
    * Degreaser
    * Distilled water
    * galvanic brush + pen
    Have fun. Try it. 🧡
    Have a look to my other Videos
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  • @spencerwarren8302
    @spencerwarren8302 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    I've never seen anyone use conductive paint for electroplating a 3D print, really cool idea! very impressive final product, crazy to see how far you can go with 3D printing now if you're willing to put in the effort

  • @bazutti
    @bazutti ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I wouldn't mind seeing a specific list of what you're using/buying. What amounts, which brands, etc. This looks awesome to try out!

  • @kurtlindner
    @kurtlindner ปีที่แล้ว +163

    OMG the Helm of Doctor Fate would be _siiiick_

    • @CoreDeck
      @CoreDeck ปีที่แล้ว +1

      RIGHTTTTTTTT omgg

    • @Bartleby982
      @Bartleby982 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Na dann .... Drucker anwerfen 😀

    • @superchroma
      @superchroma ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Too big for most SLA printer beds, would also be difficult to break into printable sections.

    • @snakezase2998
      @snakezase2998 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@superchroma fdm 3d print it and sand and fill it

    • @briant5039
      @briant5039 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SO FATE DEMANDS!!

  • @Nanamowa
    @Nanamowa ปีที่แล้ว +176

    This is a very interesting technique I haven't seen before! It seems like it could be really useful in more technical applications as well, such as 3D printing parts to have conductive surfaces in simple circuits or coated gears for mechanisms, I could see that in particular being quite useful to extend the material life of any mechanisms you've made with your printer.

    • @VelaiciaCreator
      @VelaiciaCreator ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I can see this being a cool technique to have the perfect Dinn Djarin suit of armour.

    • @isodoublet
      @isodoublet ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I imagine finding a resin that can take solder temperatures would be a challenge, but if a good connection can be achieve without solder this could even be used to make 3d circuits.

    • @szurketaltos2693
      @szurketaltos2693 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@isodoublet if the part doesn't need a mirror smooth finish then FDM should be fine. Though honestly I'd probably go with lost PLA casting instead.

    • @TreelessPhantom-k83
      @TreelessPhantom-k83 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      id say its way more useful than that, from what i can see those surfaces are extremely smooth, as long as it doesnt add too much material or you account for it before you print it, you could build technical parts that slide smoothly past each other.
      3d printed puzzles, nerf shells, and mockups all would benefit, no more acetone baths

    • @Brendedn
      @Brendedn ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's not uncommon for us to use similar methods when making printed circuits boards.

  • @3demon_3dprint
    @3demon_3dprint ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you for using our files! This project it truly inspiring to watch! ❤

  • @MILFSLAYER6969
    @MILFSLAYER6969 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Honestly most of the time I dont love 3d printing vidoes, or 3d printed things/ products, because they just look like cheap plastic at the end of the day, but when you turn the 3d print into something like this, that is just awesome

  • @Badtzism
    @Badtzism ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Man, we are electroplating everyday at our institute, since we work with microelectronics from silicone-wafers to PCBs/DCBs, and i love what one can do with 3D printing, but i've never thought about combining those two things lol. Fascinating!

  • @Windwalker85
    @Windwalker85 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I did not know you can electroplate plastics like that. Rather interesting. You learn something new every day :)

    • @GazTaylor
      @GazTaylor ปีที่แล้ว +5

      its the metallic copper paint he uses at the beginning that allows him to electroplate it.

  • @marsgizmo
    @marsgizmo ปีที่แล้ว +24

    impressive project 👏😎

  • @OtherWorldExplorers
    @OtherWorldExplorers ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm going to have to binge watch your channel. From beginning to this video again.
    I really want to do some electroplating and put my 3D printer back to use.
    Thank you very much for the inspiration!

  • @rionmotley2514
    @rionmotley2514 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Add a little polyethylene glycol to the solution, and buffer with Boric Acid in a napped polypropylene bag. Or a tea bag in one of those filter pouches. It'll keep the pH where you want it.

  • @3DPrintingNerd
    @3DPrintingNerd ปีที่แล้ว +5

    MY GOODNESS the result is just AMAZING. So well done!

    • @hen3drik
      @hen3drik  ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh thank you Joel!

  • @markitmade8319
    @markitmade8319 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is amazing, it looks completely real. I definitely want to try this on my 3D printed parts. Great job.

  • @MrGTAmodsgerman
    @MrGTAmodsgerman ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looks fantastic. Your videos are very satisfying to watch.

  • @sheenufilms
    @sheenufilms ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You’re amazing dude, this is what I’ve been looking for for 2 years!

  • @paulogarcia1766
    @paulogarcia1766 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im so glad I found your channel. What an amazing resource you provide. I can't wait to try this process.

  • @Shawn-vb4yb
    @Shawn-vb4yb ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mate, this has blown my mind.
    So many possibilities!

  • @ShadowScorp99
    @ShadowScorp99 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't believe I'm only now finding out about Electroplating. I hope this channel really blows up!

  • @VGWizaeD
    @VGWizaeD ปีที่แล้ว

    This channel deserves so many more views. This is the coolest science project I have ever seen

  • @Pyriana
    @Pyriana ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is something I've been thinking of doing but don't see a lot of people talking about. Subbed for the excellent video.

  • @Maxiscorrupt
    @Maxiscorrupt ปีที่แล้ว

    wow you are amazing. This was my first video I had seen but I will be sticking around for sure!

  • @nixorcyst
    @nixorcyst ปีที่แล้ว

    This is some sorcery. Looks amazing! Nice work!

  • @noahjohnston3121
    @noahjohnston3121 ปีที่แล้ว

    So beautiful! Thanks for this wonderful video!

  • @skyrider4789
    @skyrider4789 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your excellent videos! 👏👏👏
    I'm inspired by your work to incorporate this technique for my work.

  • @cavinrauch
    @cavinrauch ปีที่แล้ว

    Best finishing job I've seen on a 3d print in a long time

  • @kuratr
    @kuratr ปีที่แล้ว

    wow that's the first time I've seen someone electroplate plastic printed parts. So many endless possibilities for movie and cosplay props!

  • @NeillWylie
    @NeillWylie ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks incredible. Great work!

  • @ElMundillo3D
    @ElMundillo3D ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Alucinante proyecto, queda espectacular el producto final... totalmente realista...

  • @offearth3d
    @offearth3d ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always love your videos!

  • @JesusCastillo-vw6ic
    @JesusCastillo-vw6ic 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    amazing, flawless

  • @heliosdelsol
    @heliosdelsol ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool! Thanks for the video, definitely saved it to my 3D printing playlist. 👍

  • @egbertmodderman
    @egbertmodderman ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely amazing !

  • @AlcyoneModschannel
    @AlcyoneModschannel ปีที่แล้ว

    That was glorious and beautiful well done ❤

  • @banzaiib
    @banzaiib ปีที่แล้ว

    wow! amazing job!

  • @Funcle
    @Funcle ปีที่แล้ว

    What a cool idea! Need to try this myself

  • @zumuvtuber
    @zumuvtuber ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job! It looks amazing! 😁

  • @dahlbergt
    @dahlbergt ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic result! :-D

  • @muralithalluri4239
    @muralithalluri4239 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are incredible and super informative. Thanks so much for creating these.

    • @hen3drik
      @hen3drik  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much!

  • @MrFurukawa1
    @MrFurukawa1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    See the process of parts being anodising is quite interesting. I work in a auto-car parts in the anodising sector that make part for all major japanese car brands, and every last day of the week we put a metal plank on top of the tanks and climb on it while full of nickel solution to refill all the tanks resevoir with nickel little coins, quite dangerous. The tanks have about 16x16x3 and you can easly get yourself your own nice nickel bath if you don't pay attention.

  • @FrejthKing
    @FrejthKing ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this blew my mind.

  • @alanday5255
    @alanday5255 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    thank you for having CC.

  • @evancashman7614
    @evancashman7614 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks amazing!! You should do the rest of the shards as well!

  • @TheDarkArtist66
    @TheDarkArtist66 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never seen this done before. Pretty interesting. Cool video

  • @1empyre1life
    @1empyre1life หลายเดือนก่อน

    Stunning.

  • @ConnorAustin
    @ConnorAustin 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is super helpful

  • @nadiehtje10
    @nadiehtje10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish I could do this I have quite a few printable props like rings that would look AMAZING with this technique

  • @cameronyoung2004
    @cameronyoung2004 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent work.

  • @BM-yy8db
    @BM-yy8db ปีที่แล้ว +45

    *_"Ahhh, Isildur's Heir... It takes more to make a king than a broken Elvish blade.."_*
    This is absolutely gorgeous work, Bravo! Subbed :)
    If you want a suggestion for one to do that's quite timely as well, maybe king Visaerys' half-mask from House of the Dragon? In the behind the scenes they mention they 3D printed and brass plated that one, I reckon you can make it look better though

    • @mistersamdi
      @mistersamdi ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It takes more to make a king than a broken Elvish blade... (apparently the 3D printer of Imladris was a key component...)

  • @felipeprato
    @felipeprato ปีที่แล้ว

    just so beautifull...

  • @jameshetherington1
    @jameshetherington1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful

  • @coulterjb22
    @coulterjb22 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nicely done!

  • @GingerNinjaJ05
    @GingerNinjaJ05 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is so cool. Do a mandalorian helmet next :)

  • @EDDhoot
    @EDDhoot ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn dude that narsil print is so pretty

  • @peterdocter4659
    @peterdocter4659 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice one man, awesome prop now!

  • @FourteenQuadcopter
    @FourteenQuadcopter ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Impressionante!!!!

  • @OnceinaSixSide
    @OnceinaSixSide ปีที่แล้ว

    That is freakin' awesome!

  • @fodl4387
    @fodl4387 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spitzen Video!
    Hab ich so noch nie gesehen.

  • @garrettchambers9005
    @garrettchambers9005 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool Hendrick, I didnt even think of electroplating resin objects

  • @slyfawkes7772
    @slyfawkes7772 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool! I'm going to go use this to customize Gunpla now.

  • @keepitdicey
    @keepitdicey ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You turned plastic into metal. He's a witch. GET HIM!!!

  • @rocketprops3739
    @rocketprops3739 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am soooo excited to try this. I have an entire suit of Sith Trooper Armor I need to chrome....gonna get expensive though

  • @Anim8ionManiac
    @Anim8ionManiac ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video

  • @thebeastbrothers
    @thebeastbrothers ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing thanks for sharing ❤

  • @marksullivan7766
    @marksullivan7766 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome man 🤠

  • @danqarious4733
    @danqarious4733 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's amazing

  • @caiovinicius8692
    @caiovinicius8692 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing!!!

  • @GingerNinjaJ05
    @GingerNinjaJ05 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are so cool. I can’t wait to get a 3D printer and there electroplating myself. Keep it up :)

  • @patlat1380
    @patlat1380 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Amazing results! For a future video idea, could you experiment with electroplating a print with embossed letters on the other side? The idea would be to have a surface that looks like a smooth mirror, but when a light or LED is lit behind it, the writing would shine through the mirror revealing the writing. Not sure if that's even possible, but it would be awesome if it was!
    Thanks for your great and informative videos!

    • @bradley3549
      @bradley3549 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The metal is completely opaque even in very thin layers, so this would not work.

    • @Anthromod
      @Anthromod ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I once made a laser etched mirror acrylic pattern, which looked mirror like at the front, but when lit from behind created a galaxy pattern. So something similar may be possible. The front mirror did have a slightly frosted look, so it would need to be dialled in. Also that was a flat surface and over a 3d surface you'd probably need more complex laser equipment.
      Alternatively you could recess the text fill it with something and prevent electroplating in the recesses. It would be more obvious from the outside though.
      Or you could etch it away the way they do with etched scroll designs.

    • @CoolKoon
      @CoolKoon ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bradley3549 Maybe it could work with silver. But I don't think that the layer could be made thin enough with conventional (electroplating or chemical) methods.

    • @christopherbroms2508
      @christopherbroms2508 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CoolKoon electroplating can be vary thin, however the conductive base layer is not. It would probably require vapor deposition or something.

    • @CoolKoon
      @CoolKoon ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@christopherbroms2508 Exactly that's what I've been trying to point at - vapor deposition. And actually there are transparent conductive layers too, Ben at Applied Science has done a REALLY excellent video on that.

  • @seanburke997
    @seanburke997 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh that's hella cool

  • @kairi4640
    @kairi4640 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is really cool! I'd like to try that with a keyblade if I ever had the energy and money to do it lol.

  • @Nephalen
    @Nephalen ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow that looks incredible

  • @ArtifySlides
    @ArtifySlides 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Richtig schön geworden.

    • @hen3drik
      @hen3drik  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Danke

  • @renatolauriano_3D
    @renatolauriano_3D ปีที่แล้ว

    It's beautiful 😍

  • @mustafaerdurmus4197
    @mustafaerdurmus4197 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing

  • @breadfan_85
    @breadfan_85 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, this is amazing. Would be great for cosplay

    • @hen3drik
      @hen3drik  ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely!

  • @pepsithebunny2404
    @pepsithebunny2404 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pherhaps you should try to make a fracture like interface on the broken edge. Greetings from Brazil, you did a great job! I like it!

  • @allabout3d235
    @allabout3d235 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome video!
    just so you know, if you tilt the container with the blue liquid (I don't know what it's called lol) so it's laying horizontal. air can go throw the handle and the liquid will pore smoothly.
    I don't know if I make sense but I hope I do.

  • @humandisorder3962
    @humandisorder3962 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's brilliant 😁

  • @JamesOversteer
    @JamesOversteer ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve never heard of electroplating 3d printed parts. This is so cool!

  • @Balrog132
    @Balrog132 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really need to take a look into electroplating. Seems easy enough. Still, some questions popped up. Need to investigate.

  • @Gay_Priest
    @Gay_Priest ปีที่แล้ว

    Hyaku Shiki would loon amazing with this

  • @Risen907
    @Risen907 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's sick

  • @Rowrin
    @Rowrin ปีที่แล้ว

    Propmasters and cosplayers must be watering at the mouth at what they could do with something like this.

  • @mr.bright5712
    @mr.bright5712 ปีที่แล้ว

    very beeindruckende indeed

  • @kyeophis
    @kyeophis ปีที่แล้ว

    I do this stuff on the daily, mainly D&D figurines

  • @noneyabidness9644
    @noneyabidness9644 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is fucking AWESOME!

  • @thomaspetch3555
    @thomaspetch3555 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, would love to see a video of what all different platings look like and what colours are possible

    • @hen3drik
      @hen3drik  ปีที่แล้ว

      This is a good suggestion.

  • @fangblade360
    @fangblade360 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice

  • @lionelschweetz4844
    @lionelschweetz4844 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I personally suggest the Overseer’s Mask from Dishonored.

  • @joeimorttan4103
    @joeimorttan4103 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice

  • @dancinswords
    @dancinswords ปีที่แล้ว

    _Actual_ gold plating pen. Amazing

  • @avenuex3731
    @avenuex3731 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Proper!

  • @bobbiac
    @bobbiac ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool, I would like to have seen a light sand blast and vapor deposition process instead of the paint on lacquer as a first pass, but it came out amazing!

    • @hen3drik
      @hen3drik  ปีที่แล้ว

      You know I’m doing this in my hobby room? 😅

    • @bobbiac
      @bobbiac ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hen3drik fair enough 😂 vapor deposition doesn't take a lot of room iirc

  • @MrSeanmcgall
    @MrSeanmcgall ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't wait for Mandalorian season 3 helmet, I'm working on painting mine wishing I could electroplate it

  • @LucaNoire
    @LucaNoire ปีที่แล้ว

    You sound so cool my guy. I feel like you're a weapon smith for "The Kingsmen". I feel like anything that you would hand me, could kill a man. 😎😂🤙🏻✌🏻🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @smartinezai
    @smartinezai ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Hendrik! I'm thinking of trying electro plating thanks to your videos. I come from model building so 3d printing is new for me but some of the skills can be used for both hobbies. Could you do a video on graphite paint for electroplating a print so that it looks blue or some other colour other than just metallic?

  • @snake7911
    @snake7911 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow

  • @macrone419
    @macrone419 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any chance you could do a video where you test the resistance of the plating to scatch and enviroment?

  • @PlaystationEu
    @PlaystationEu ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, and can you list the equipment and solutions that you use, as well as what conductive paint you use, and in general if it is not difficult to make a video dedicated more specifically to the technological side of the process.

  • @santosknives6278
    @santosknives6278 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gold plating on a 3d print woah, that’s real compromise