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Anyone know how to turn a plastic part into a metal part?

16K views 37 replies 20 participants last post by  Exador 
I had created a 3D model driver for a coronation class 4-6-2. About 3 inches across. I put it on Shapeways and was quoted $98 for a steel print! $98 for one wheel? No thanks, shapeways.
 
Thanks Pete, those are really nice. Truth be told, even at 1:32 it wouldn't make a single curve on my layout and would be a static model so 3D printing will suffice. I am just finishing up a standard scale Clyde Puffer for the layout and the pool! I'm trying to decide if I want water in a small lake or wrap it in plastic and press it into a painted concrete lake. When that's done it may be next.
 
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