[Question] The DGCR mold: lid geometries discussion

[wolfmandragon]

There is another reason to add the flight plate knurling and/or texture to the underside of the flight plate. It distinguishes this lid from all the others. From a marketing standpoint, that is powerful mojo. Look at what MVP did with the overmold.
Without something to make this disc unique, this will be seen as just a polecat clone.
The pattern you designed for the underside is very visually appealing. It makes the disc easy to identify even with custom stamps or artwork.
If you wanted to compromise with those whom are not fond of the texture, go with fine bead blasting, or fine knurling, for all 3.

 

[Rumbold]

I would definitely be open to the fine knurling on the bottom of the flight plate and inside of the rim. Not a fan of the thumb grips though. The texture on the inside is attractive for a thrower who prefers that, but will not be too much to keep someone from buying it who doesn't have a preference. I don't think the same can be said for the thumb grips.

 

[Casey 1988]

I would definitely be open to the fine knurling on the bottom of the flight plate and inside of the rim. Not a fan of the thumb grips though. The texture on the inside is attractive for a thrower who prefers that, but will not be too much to keep someone from buying it who doesn't have a preference. I don't think the same can be said for the thumb grips.

I agree about the thumb grips not a fan, however if you have them in the disc you need to have one of them to have it so a lefty can grip the disc on the tacky side and use the thumb grip if they so chose to do so.

 

[Marmoset]

sorry, nothing new to report.
My free printing source is really dragging his feet... but I can't complain if it is free, right?

 

[Ozone Discs]

Good news.
I believe I found a way that I can print a proto for free.

The only catch is that I might have to print in 4 sections then glue them together. The guy is supposed to email me back about their biggest build envelope. Worst case scenario I have to epoxy the four sections together before I can throw it, NBD. Should be close enough.

Anyone else have luck finding a vendor that will print for free?

Are you just looking for a 3D print? If so, we can print it for you in our shop no charge but it will be in PLA. PLA is really rigid and breaks easily if you hit a tree or really smack the basket but it should give you a good approximation of feel and flight.

 

[Marmoset]

Are you just looking for a 3D print? If so, we can print it for you in our shop no charge but it will be in PLA. PLA is really rigid and breaks easily if you hit a tree or really smack the basket but it should give you a good approximation of feel and flight.

That would be awesome!

I had a source that was supposed to get me an ABS print from their FDM but it looks like they made get be flaking out on me.

Where can I send the file? PM me an address and I'll get it to you ASAP

Thanks again, you're a real life saver!

 

[Ozone Discs]

That would be awesome!

I had a source that was supposed to get me an ABS print from their FDM but it looks like they made get be flaking out on me.

Where can I send the file? PM me an address and I'll get it to you ASAP

Thanks again, you're a real life saver!

Hey no sweat You can just email the files to [email protected] and I'll try to spin it up this week if I can.

 

[Marmoset]

Wow, that was fast!
You have a file in your inbox.
Thanks for helping out the DGCR project
I'll post a video to this thread when the disc arrives.

 

[thatdirtykid]

Thanks OZONE!

 

[Aim For The Chains]

Hey no sweat You can just email the files to [email protected] and I'll try to spin it up this week if I can.

Nice! I mentioned you guys had the ability but didn't want to assume anyone would work for free. :clap:

Good peeps at ozone.

 

[Ozone Discs]

First attempt is underway. This is a very large print and we print very slow to ensure the highest quality. Printing time for this disc is 28 Hours. Hopefully we nail it first go but I'll keep you guys posted!

https://vid.me/gBgr

 

[Ozone Discs]

Still going strong this morning! Which is good because if it fails, it usually fails early. You can see the resemblance of a disc now. The vertical slats in the middle remove easily and are only there to support the flight plate when it prints

. https://vid.me/k9ga

 

[Marmoset]

Awesome awesome awesome.

the support material is a break-away design? Will they leave any artifacts to clean up? I have methods of post processing if needed. With our FDM machine we routinely have to remove artifacts with a ScotchBrite pad on a low speed angle grinder. Unfortunately our FDM is much too small for a one-shot print of this disc I/we really appreciate y'all helping us out!

Lookin' good!

 

[rakamkram]

I'm going to second that. Thank you, Ozone! Go out and throw some of their discs to say thank you. From my personal experience, the Andro C is a pretty neat disc, and well made, so I'm glad we have Ozone in our corner on this one now.

 

[Ozone Discs]

Success !! Shipping out this weekend . Thanks guys, glad we could help.

 

[Marmoset]

I wish I could nice your post more than once!

 

[BrotherDave]

Wow, it looks interesting. It kind of reminds me of a Tensor which frightens me but it has dome so I dunno.

 

[Moose33]

This looks awesome. Can't wait to see how they fly.

 

[hugheshilton]

I wish I could nice your post more than once!

So? Disc in hand yet? Does it fly beautifully and straight?

 

[Aim For The Chains]

Wow, it looks interesting. It kind of reminds me of a Tensor which frightens me but it has dome so I dunno.

Ever toss that salient / yukon lid? It is OS. Pretty odd.