Hand Rotary Edger
This OSAT project was a request and I was unable to find any attempts of a rotary edger in the current database. This model requires additional bolts and a handle of the user's choosing.
Bill of Materials
| Quantity | Material | Source | Cost ($) | Total ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rotary Blade | Lowes | 10.00 | 10.00 |
| 1 | 5/8" bolt L. 4 1/2" | Mcmaster | 2.82 | 2.82 |
| 1 | 5/8" Nut | Mcmaster | 0.32 | 0.32 |
| 2 | 1/4" bolt L. 1 3/4" | Mcmaster | 0.23 | 0.46 |
| 2 | 1/4" Nut | Mcmaster | 0.05 | 0.10 |
| Total Cost | $13.70 | |||
Print Parts List
- Handle x1
- Wheel x2
- Spacer x1
- Spacer Top x1
Tools needed
- MOST Delta RepRap or similar RepRap 3-D printer
- Adjustable Wrench
- OSAT option Pocket Wrench by Austin Ballou
Skills and knowledge needed
- Printing and slicing setting
- Temp: 200deg
- Infill: 20%
- Grid
Technical Specifications and Assembly Instructions
- Provide directions for print/assembly - be detailed enough in your "how to" to ensure that someone could construct the device from your description. Consider the elegance of IKEA like instructions.
- Print Time Estimate: 4 hours
- Assembly Time: 15 min
- Assembly Instructions
Printed parts for assembly
Assembly of the spacer is requires, glue the stakes to the spacer_top part
line the holes of each part up and feed the 5/8" bolt through, securing a nut on the other side
Common Problems and Solutions
- When assembling the spacer, be sure to line the holes up, using the bolt as a fixture makes the step hassle free
Cost savings
- Estimated Cost: $13.70+$2.51 = 16.21
- Equivlent Item: Dual Wheel Rotary Edger $45.95
- $29.74 savings → 65% savings
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