Question For All You 3-D Printer Guys

[tred1956]

I know there are a LOT of 3-D print parts available, but does anybody know if replacement gears are available (Or even possible) for a Hornady Lock-N-Load Case Prep Trio . Picture below. They just push on and off over knurled shaft. I sent Hornady an email, but figured it may be quicker if available from somewhere else. Thanks in advance for any and all input

Safe shooting
Doug

 

[RegionRat]

The plastics for printed materials have come a long way, and some gears run with forces low enough to be printed. However... Caveat Emptor

 

[tred1956]

Agree Completely my Friend. I don't have a clue. I have two of the three that came on it split now. With very little use. That being said it sure is nice when it is working

 

[RegionRat]

I don't own that tool, but I just looked it up and I think what you are showing is the output shafts where you place your prep tools? If that is what they used in those places, I am worried.

Polymer gears solve lots of problems, but when you put them in places where the material properties mean the design margins are too low, then they create a problem rather than solve one.

Hornady will rescue you is my guess, but I hope this isn't chronic.

 

[PhilKeil]

Mine broke i called Hornady and they sent me all new gears.

 

[piie]

Hornady Case prep gears by imakershop

replacement gears for the Hornady Lock-N-Load Case Prep Trio (https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1012733817?pid=245424)

www.thingiverse.com

Contains both the main and tool gears - take it to a printing shop and ask to have it printed with Nylon or perhaps another new composite type that also includes carbon fibre

 

[tred1956]

Hornady Saves the day . Complete set of gears (only needed two) and drive shafts headed my way. Nice Gentleman said would go out today. No Charge. Can't beat that kind of service
Safe shooting
Doug

 

[tronicst1]

I know there are a LOT of 3-D print parts available, but does anybody know if replacement gears are available (Or even possible) for a Hornady Lock-N-Load Case Prep Trio . Picture below. They just push on and off over knurled shaft. I sent Hornady an email, but figured it may be quicker if available from somewhere else. Thanks in advance for any and all input

Safe shooting
Doug

Call Hornady they will send a complete 4 Gear Set for free