🧰 Tools
Bodyframe
For making the Octopus bodyframe you need a 3D printer. The one we have used is linkes below.
Tools | Image | Comment | URL |
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3D printer | Printing the bodyframe of the Octopus. Multiple printers can be used, but for this example, we use Bambu Lab 3D Printers X1 Series. | link |
Soldering (if needed)
If you want to solder all the components on the PCB yourself, you need a soldering iron kit, some tin and a soldering pad. Examples can be found below.
Tools | Image | Comment | URL |
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Soldering iron kit | This is the primary tool used for melting solder. | link | |
Soldering tin | Soldering tin to place components on the PCB. | link | |
Soldering pad | A soldering pad is useful to keep track of all the small hardware components while soldering the Octopus PCB. | link |