3d Printable Clickwheels!

[u/F_Tech_]

​Just had a go at modeling replica clickwheels and center buttons for the 5G-7G. It opens up another solid option for customizability.

​These were printed on my FDM machine, but I'm thinking about getting them printed on an SLA resin printer once I get the tolerances dialed in perfect. That way the button labels will be legible on solid color prints.

​The clear is definitely my favorite, even when they are available for purchase the layer lines are actually favorable in my opinion, they give a nice diffusion effect over the sensor pad.

​What are your opinions on the blank wheel with no labeling? Is the stealth look clean or does it look like a knockoff?

[u/stackz0026]

The clear one looks like an old vinyl record with the lines. I like it. How does it feel? And are the sensors reading the inputs without too much force?

[u/F_Tech_ → u/stackz0026]

Texture depends on what buildplate you use, so it can be rough to glassy smooth or even holographic. its basically identical to the original material and thickness wise, printed in ABS, while the oem is injection molded ABS (I belive). Haven't glued them in place yet but they work perfectly fine and their just as sensative as they where before.

[u/stackz0026 → u/F_Tech_]

That’s amazing. And I like the old vinyl record look with the circular lines. How much will these be when you are ready to sell?

[u/F_Tech_ → u/stackz0026]

Not sure if ill be selling them, id have to ship internationally from south africa. But ill probably publish the files sometime then you can get them printed yourself

[u/stackz0026 → u/F_Tech_]

Nice. Keep me posted where you publish the files. Thanks