Another day another CR Yachts logo. I’m slowly discovering that those lucky enough to own a CR Yacht are very passionate and love their yachts! This time we were asked to create a larger version of our Bowsprit Emblem to be used in the cockpit (not sure if that is what you call it in a yacht?) to cover a blemish on the instrument panel. The process was relatively straightforward seeing we weren’t starting completely from scratch. However it was clear from the get-go that we had to get the finish just right as this was going to be seen close-up and for extended periods of time. It also needed to be durable as it is in a position where it is likely to be touched/bumped/caressed more often than the bowsprit. To achieve this we used custom modifiers in the manufacturing of this piece to provide part strength where needed; particularly around the lettering given they were raised and to beef up the mounting holes.
Further to this as it was intended to cover up an existing imperfection on the instrument panel this logo had to come out perfect! We think the pictures below speak for themselves but needless to say the client was extremely happy with the outcome and we are just glad that we could help.
Brim: No
Rafts: No
Supports: No
Resolution: 0.2mm
Infill: 15% (100% infill around mounting holes and lettering)
Filament: PLA
Finish: White
Post Processing: Gray Primer Filler (Blue & White paint with a coat of varnish to be applied by client)
This piece was printed on our own in-house 3D Printer (a Prusa MK3S - note that this is not an affiliated link) which we use for rapid prototyping and concept exploration rather than via one of our third party fulfilment partners who use Industrial/Commercial Grade Machines. This decision was made primarily due to costs and requirements for the part in terms of finish. Seeing the part was intended to be painted by the client an FFF type printer is more than sufficient especially with a few coats of primer filler and some light sanding.
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We alluded to it in the notes above but the really clever thing about additive manufacturing is the ability to add strength or other characteristics to a part only where it is needed. In this instance we added some modifiers to ensure the mounting holes were solid with a decent margin around them; this ensured not only that when fixed to the instrument panel that it could take the load of the screws but also allowed the client to countersink the screws further should they need it to allow for different gauge screws. If you are interested in learning more about using modifiers in additive manufacturing please check out our other blog post for the CR Yachts Bowsprit Emblem where we share some in progress photos which clearly identifies how modifiers can be used.
This technique is impossible to achieve with other manufacturing technologies such as CNC (subtractive manufacturing) or injection moulding.