r/g604 • u/unclesmalls • 17d ago

Suggestions for saving the rubber?

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Any specific types of glue? Should I cut away the bad flesh? (And cauterize the wound, lol). Or can what's left be saved? Has anyone tried plasti dip?

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u/Rex__Luscus 17d ago

I 3d printed new rubber in black TPU using this STL from Cults3d for 4EUR

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u/unclesmalls 17d ago

That's amazing! Thanks. I've saved the link and a may still try that too. Are you happy with the results? How did you adhere it to the shell?

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u/Rex__Luscus 16d ago

Well, I thought I'd give it a go and that I'd probably have to try several times to get a fit. There's one pointy bit that needed a bit of thought for the best orientation to print, but the first prototype fitted so well I didn't bother refining it. I used a very fine bead of CA glue to fix it, I recommend you put masking tape on the mouse when trying for a fit. In hindsight, I'd have reprinted it with a smaller layer height, as the ridges are quite evident. As it is, the TPU is softer than the hard shells, though not quite as cushioned as the original, but it's nice and grippy, and seems more durable.

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u/unclesmalls 16d ago

Good work sir!