Loom Build Notes

M4 Heat-Set Inserts

Use the larger M4 inserts (better fit). A smaller M4 outer-diameter variation is also in the box.
Everything is in the same box.
The M4 kit with tape on top has M4s with a better-suited diameter.
Heat set should be slightly larger than the hole so it melts into the 3D print.
Screws required are M4, which is why inserts are M4.

Soldering Tutorial Notes

Use fume extraction if available.
Iron temperature: 340°C. Wait for iron to fully heat before applying pressure.
Heat conducts through the heat-set — avoid prolonged contact.
Apply light vertical pressure only; do not twist the iron back and forth.
Heat sets should sit flush with the 3D print surface.
Inserts are not meant to be screwed in.
Only insert heat-sets after fully assembling the part on the table first; otherwise the black piece (missing outer casing) must be removed.

Soldering Fume Safety

Solder suckers can be borrowed from the 4th floor, or work at the Tandon makerspace.
Alternatively, wear a mask. PLA fumes are not toxic but are melted plastic.

Printing

Pre-cut version did not fit due to insufficient tolerance (noted in the creator's description).
Correct slicer: Orca-Flashprint5.
Prints done on the "Amy" printer at ITP 4th floor; pick up from the Amy blue basket.
If printing is needed, ask in the lab chat for someone on-site to send the job.
Version with supports worked.

Fixing Premature Heat-Set Insertion

No parts missing — excess PLA can be removed instead of reprinting.
Remove excess PLA with small pliers (found in the cut drawer).
If pliers don't work, remelt PLA with the heating tool and push it out from the other side.

Required Materials (still needed)

2 strings (use polyester sewing thread in the lab as placeholder; nylon/poly threads available at the ability lab).
2 rubber bands (check 4th floor junk shelf or ask ITP 4th floor Shop staff in purple aprons).

Links & Resources

Presentation

Final presentation for Danahleah scheduled for the 18th.
Threading required before presenting.
Plan: complete the build, then have a teaching artist test it to identify extra parts needed before the presentation.

Loom Build Notes

M4 Heat-Set Inserts

Use the larger M4 inserts (better fit). A smaller M4 outer-diameter variation is also in the box.
Everything is in the same box.
The M4 kit with tape on top has M4s with a better-suited diameter.
Heat set should be slightly larger than the hole so it melts into the 3D print.
Screws required are M4, which is why inserts are M4.

Soldering Tutorial Notes

Use fume extraction if available.
Iron temperature: 340°C. Wait for iron to fully heat before applying pressure.
Heat conducts through the heat-set — avoid prolonged contact.
Apply light vertical pressure only; do not twist the iron back and forth.
Heat sets should sit flush with the 3D print surface.
Inserts are not meant to be screwed in.
Only insert heat-sets after fully assembling the part on the table first; otherwise the black piece (missing outer casing) must be removed.

Soldering Fume Safety

Solder suckers can be borrowed from the 4th floor, or work at the Tandon makerspace.
Alternatively, wear a mask. PLA fumes are not toxic but are melted plastic.

Printing

Pre-cut version did not fit due to insufficient tolerance (noted in the creator's description).
Correct slicer: Orca-Flashprint5.
Prints done on the "Amy" printer at ITP 4th floor; pick up from the Amy blue basket.
If printing is needed, ask in the lab chat for someone on-site to send the job.
Version with supports worked.

Fixing Premature Heat-Set Insertion

No parts missing — excess PLA can be removed instead of reprinting.
Remove excess PLA with small pliers (found in the cut drawer).
If pliers don't work, remelt PLA with the heating tool and push it out from the other side.

Required Materials (still needed)

2 strings (use polyester sewing thread in the lab as placeholder; nylon/poly threads available at the ability lab).
2 rubber bands (check 4th floor junk shelf or ask ITP 4th floor Shop staff in purple aprons).

Links & Resources

Presentation

Final presentation for Danahleah scheduled for the 18th.
Threading required before presenting.
Plan: complete the build, then have a teaching artist test it to identify extra parts needed before the presentation.