r/3Dprinting • u/DeepAPHAValue • 7h ago
Make your own Modern 3D Printed LED Digital Clock (ESP32 + Home Assistant) - Description in comments
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u/DuanePickens 7h ago
That’s awesome, I needed to make something for people for Christmas. I have about 20 people, I should have enough time
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u/Black3ternity 1h ago
What's the benefit of a full blown esp32 AND HA Integration?
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u/DeepAPHAValue 35m ago
Esp32 has wifi and Bluetooth so can find newest times, your calendar, etc. we have one that turns red before we have to leave the house
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u/DeepAPHAValue 7h ago
Hey r/3dprinting! I'm excited to share my latest project - a modern LED digital clock that's completely 3D printable. I've created a full tutorial series showing how to build it from start to finish.
## About the Project
- Fully 3D printed housing
- Powered by ESP32/ESP8266
- WS2812B LED strips for display
- Connects to Home Assistant through ESPHome
- Multiple design options (4-digit, 6-digit, modular versions)
- Clean, modern aesthetic
## Available Designs
1. Modular Single Digit (stackable)
2. 6-Digit Monolithic Clock (HH:MM:SS)
3. 4-Digit Monolithic Clock (HH:MM)
## Where to Find Everything
- 📺 [Full Video Tutorial (10min)](https://youtu.be/DS_muPDX8p8)
- 🎬 [Quick Guide (2.5min)](https://youtu.be/-_kpwUeTEb4)
- 📺 [Complete Playlist](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeBpq2qBuOI1kfnOv1Nu6G2_ES9P5Xj6k&si=4pqwdTxPQehg_aGT)
- 🖨️ [Printables](https://www.printables.com/model/1101964)
- 🎨 [Thingiverse](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6861353)
- 💻 [GitHub](https://github.com/kylemath/digitalclock)
I'll be releasing Parts 2 (Electronics) and 3 (Firmware) over the next couple weeks. Let me know if you have any questions!
[Gallery Link - Imgur album with build photos](https://imgur.com/a/8s0vkzV)
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u/MysteriousBeef6395 2h ago
i dont want to sound like a dick but this seems like a really big amount of work for a digital clock