# Solder Dispenser Adabot Head ## Overview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3K-nvwo1gA ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/156/medium800/3d_printing_hero-head.jpg?1483461831) ## Solder Dispenser In this project, we'll design and 3D print a custom enclosure for storing and dispensing solder. This cute little enclosure looks like Adabot and can be used as a solder dispenser or tape dispenser. There's plenty of room in the enclosure to store two spools of solder or several rolls of small tape. The spools can rotate independently, allowing you to have different solder spools sizes to quickly swap between different diameters.    ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/155/medium800/3d_printing_spools-holder.jpg?1483461259) ## Parts You only need a couple parts to complete this build: ### Solder Wire - SAC305 RoHS Lead Free - 0.5mm/.02" diameter [Solder Wire - SAC305 RoHS Lead Free - 0.5mm/.02" diameter](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1930) If you want to make a kit you'll need some solder. This 0.1lb / 50g spool is a good amount, not too much (like 1 lb spools) and not too little (like those little 'pocket clip' vials). This spool of solder contains approximately 0.5mm / .02" diameter in standard... 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Out of Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2080) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/2080/guides) ![Filament for 3D printers in various colors and types stacked together.](https://cdn-shop.adafruit.com/640x480/2080-07.jpg) # Solder Dispenser Adabot Head ## 3D Printing ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/163/medium800/3d_printing_3d-parts.jpg?1483463402) ## Slice Settings Depending on your 3D printer, you may need to adjust the slice settings. We tested the enclosure  on a Type A Machines and a DeltaPrintr GO. The mouth part will  **require support** materials. The parts are oriented to print "as is". - Nozzle: 0.4mm - Extrusion Multiplier: 1.0 - Extrusion Width: 0.48mm - Layer Height: 0.2mm - Nozzle Temperature: 240c - Print Speed: 60mm/s ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/158/medium800thumb/3d_printing_3dprinting.jpg?1483463017) ## 3D Printing Enclosures I drew up an enclosure in Autodesk Fusion 360 and designed to print in **PLA**. I 3D printed the enclosure using the Type A Machines Series 1 Pro. If you don’t have access to a 3D printer, you could use a service like [3D Hubs](https://www.3dhubs.com/) to make it for you. I used teal PLA/PHA material to 3D print the parts, the mouth part  **will require support materials for the ports**. ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/157/medium800thumb/3d_printing_supports.jpg?1483462713) ## Supports The bridging for the ports around the mouth will need supports. We used Simplify3D to create **2mm pillars** under the top side of the port opening. We also slowed the support **structure underspeed to 30%** and lowered the **dense infill percentage to 30%** ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/171/medium800/3d_printing_sketches.jpg?1483464979) ## Edit Design You can easily update the design for any additional features by editing the Fusion360 designs. The sketches are all listed in the timeline, so it's easy to adjust the size to each component. [Download STLs](http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2012766) [Edit Design](http://a360.co/2j1u10p) # Solder Dispenser Adabot Head ## Assemble ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/160/medium800thumb/3d_printing_assemble-parts.jpg?1483463080) ## Adding Face Features Align the eyes and mouth parts and then push the from the inside of the head. The tolerances will be tight, so you may need a bit of force to push them through. ## Assemble Ears The ears are connected with the small pins. Insert the pins at an angle and then push the ear parts into the grooves for each ear. ![3d_printing_pin-insert.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/161/medium640/3d_printing_pin-insert.jpg?1483463105) ![3d_printing_pin-ear-insert.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/162/medium640/3d_printing_pin-ear-insert.jpg?1483463121) ## Paint Details   You can optionally paint in the colors for the outlines around the eyes and ear tips.  We used blue acrylic paint and let it dry for about half an hour. ![3d_printing_paint-details1.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/164/medium640/3d_printing_paint-details1.jpg?1483463488) ![3d_printing_paint-details.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/165/medium640/3d_printing_paint-details.jpg?1483463510) ## Inserting Spools There are two built in spool holders on the top and bottom and two holes on both sides of the model. Use the top and bottom holders to mount spools of solder. The two holes on the sides can be used to mount a roll of sticky tape.   To install spools, first thread solder through the holes on the mouth. Pull solder through the front side of the mouth and hold the ends while inserting the spool in place.  ![3d_printing_spool-holder.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/166/medium640/3d_printing_spool-holder.jpg?1483463559) ![3d_printing_thread-spool.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/167/medium640/3d_printing_thread-spool.jpg?1483463712) ![3d_printing_spools-holder.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/168/medium640/3d_printing_spools-holder.jpg?1483463803) ![3d_printing_dispense.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/169/medium640/3d_printing_dispense.jpg?1483463837) ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/038/170/medium800thumb/3d_printing_hero-dispense-loop.jpg?1483463858) The spools can rotate independently, allowing you to have different solder spool sizes, allowing you to quickly swap between diameters. ## Featured Products ### Filament for 3D Printers in Various Colors and Types [Filament for 3D Printers in Various Colors and Types](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2080) Having a 3D printer without filament is sort of like having a regular printer without paper or ink.  And while a lot of printers come with some filament there's a good chance you've been printing up a storm and need something new.  That's why we've started carrying a... 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