This enlightening episode of our Ham Radio Guide podcast welcomes Megan Brooks, the co-owner of American Filament, for an extensive discussion on the exciting world of 3D printing and its application in Ham Radio. We explore the many facets of 3D printing technology, delving into printer variations, filament choices, and the unique products that can be created.

Megan shares her journey from environmental engineering to the establishment of American Filament, a company committed to American-sourced resin. She highlights the importance of the safety and quality of filament materials and provides a comprehensive overview of their products, including the unique PLA Plus filament.

Discover the artwork of lithophanes, or 3D-printed images, as Megan demonstrates one of their own multi-colored lithophane boxes. We also demystify 3D printer brands like the Elgato, Neptune, and Bamboo, offering guidance and advice to those stepping into the 3D printing world.

Learn about the different qualities of filaments, how they affect the final print quality, and the optimal storage conditions to maintain their quality. Megan also shares tips to combat the water-absorbing nature of filaments, such as using filament dryers or dehumidifiers.

Whether you are a 3D printing beginner or a seasoned veteran, this episode is packed full of valuable information, insider tips, and expert advice. Dive in to understand the full potential of 3D printing in the Ham Radio space.

SHOW NOTES 

Our website: https://americanfilament.us/

Lithophane Maker: https://www.lithophanemaker.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanFilament/

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/american_filament/

Discord (when I say we just started I mean like last week haha): https://discord.gg/AKZTmGVa79

STL Sites:

www.thingiverse.com

www.printables.com

www.cults3d.com

www.makerworld.com

Sites for Printers

www.Matterhackers.com

www.microcenter.com

Links:   

Hook and Loop Cable ties https://amzn.to/478uCoA

Black Dacron ¼ rope.  https://amzn.to/3vEVRKx

Clubgearonline.com

LINKS

http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar

NEWS:

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SHOW NOTES

Links mentioned in the podcast

Hook and Loop Cable ties https://amzn.to/478uCoA

Black Dacron ¼ rope.  https://amzn.to/3vEVRKx

Clubgearonline.com

LINKS

http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar

NEWS:

https://www.arrl.org/news/youtube-telethon-to-raise-money-for-arrl-teachers-institute-on-wireless-technology

https://www.radioworld.com/news-and-business/fcc-seeks-to-enhance-dirs-reporting

https://twiar.net/?p=19149

Winterfieldday.com

 All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.

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In this Episode I explore the world of amateur radio and inquire why people become licensed operators but don't get involved in the so many various opportunities that are available in ham radio from satellite operations to contesting, POTA or kit building.    Take my Challenge to get involved in some aspect of Amateur radio in 2024.  

SHOW NOTES

Links mentioned in the podcast

Hook and Loop Cable ties https://amzn.to/478uCoA

Clubgearonline.com

LINKS

http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar

NEWS:

http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter?&issue=2023-11-22

Winterfieldday.com

 All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.

https://www.arnewsline.org/

Social Media

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SHOW NOTES   - Links mentioned in the podcast

Subscribe to The Ham Radio Guy Newsletter

Clubgearonline.com

http://www.arrl.org/news/Smybol_rate

LINKS

Review of Radioddity GA-510

The Ham Radio Guy review of GA-510

http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar

NEWS:

http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter?&issue=2023-11-22

Winterfieldday.com

 All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.

https://www.arnewsline.org/

Social Media

Thehamradioguy website

https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy 

https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy

Email: [email protected]

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SHOW NOTES

Links mentioned in the podcast

LINKS

http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar

NEWS:

RST revision

the first worked-all-states certificate 33-centimeter band?

 All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.

https://www.arnewsline.org/

Social Media

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https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy 

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Email: [email protected]

SHOW NOTES

 Links mentioned in the podcast

 Nite Ize S Biner

Maxpedition Jumbo Versipack, Black   

Link to Checklist for Bug out Bag Blue print

http://simp.ly/p/MXd0Z2

http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar

clubgearonline.com

NEWS:

arrl-foundation-accepting-applications-for-grants

https://www.arnewsline.org/

 All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.

Social Media

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In this episode we will be discussing out second episode on Emergency Communications.  This is just the 2nd of a 3 part series segments that we will be talking about this.  We will talk what new tool I have in my bag,  Incident Command(ICS), FEMA Training,   What store is making a come back and much more.  

SHOW NOTES

Links mentioned in the podcast

Fisher Space Pen

http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar

clubgearonline.com

https://training.fema.gov/nims/

NEWS:

Hurricane Lee  Amateur Radio Readiness

 Radio Mail App iOS 17

Radio Shack. is it coming back?

 All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.

https://www.arnewsline.org/

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In this episode I discuss EmComm preparation basic and other new innnovations being used for EmComm Communication.  Catch the latest news, latest topics, and information along with a new tool I have been using and its usefulness. 

SHOW NOTES

Links mentioned in the podcast

Leatherman Wave https://amzn.to/3sz7z7O

Screwdriver Bits   https://amzn.to/3PjlFDj

Leatherman pocket Clip https://amzn.to/3R1ZfHP  

LINKS

http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar

https://www.qsotodaycommunity.com/amember/signup/UJzWofFb

NEWS:

Facebook news ban reverals importance of radio

Emergency Alert Test

Parachute mobile ham sets QSO record

 All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.

https://www.arnewsline.org/

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In this episode we visit with the one of the founder and owners of Wolf River Coils who is from Wisconsin.  The antenna are made right here in the USA and all products are sourced from the US.   These are great antennas for POTA activating for Field Day.  

Visit 

wolfrivercoils.com

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We speak with owner and found of SW log, Bob Sillett, W4RLS who tells us about the SW log he has created and many of the features that integrate with it.  

Check out Short Wave log at. SW Log

Thanks for joining me on this live interview.  

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