3D Printing a Laptop
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 Published On May 27, 2024

What started as a quick project to replace a cracked bezel turned into a complete re-creation of the IBM ThinkPad 701C laptop shell/case. I'll talk through how I why I decided to do it and ultimately figure out if it's actually worth it?

Tools Used:
CAD Software - Shapr3D (https://shapr3d.com)
Slicer - OrcaSlicer (https://github.com/SoftFever/OrcaSlicer/)
Printer - BambuLab Carbon X1 (CX1)
Filament - BambuLab PETG-CF
Dry Transfer Decals - 701c.org (https://www.701c.org/shop/p/701ccs-dr...)

The 3D Models:
Printables (https://www.printables.com/model/8940...)
MakerWorld (https://makerworld.com/en/models/477087)

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:59 - Making the Bezel
03:01 - Going Down the Rabbit Hole
05:27 - Screws
06:19 - Finishing Touches
07:17 - Putting it All Together
10:59 - Final Thoughts

Music: All music has been licensed through Epidemic Sound
Martin Moses - Linkage
Van Sandano - Formations
Martin Moses - World Light
Lennon Hutton - Open Road
Hanna Lindgren - Ode to the Crurious

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