3D printing of parts- Makers plates

[Darrin Wright]

Several weeks ago there was discussion in my restoration thread about printing of parts using a 3D printer.

Well talk has progressed into an actual part, see pics, it has been 2-3 weeks due to the Christmas break period.
But we have a draft printed 1941 makers plate. This is for draft/proof purposes only and is 50/50 plastic and air. This has been used to further tidy up the 'image' for the next printed part.

The finished part will be made from a UV stable plastic and made .3mm thicker so as to allow for some light sanding & polishing of outer frame and lettering. When painted and in position will look the part. The stamped sections have been left blank so they can be engraved with the correct details.

From the 'image' we will be able to also modify it to replicate a later 1942, LP2A plate. I have supplied an image of a LP2A rectangular makers plate for this purpose.

Expecting the finished plates to be completed in 3-4 weeks. They will be made in a silver plastic.