Fort Escape Games Podcast
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Our podcast covers topics related to escape room prop building. We will cover topics on prop design, 3D printing, laser cutting, electronics, and other tools of the trade.
Fort Escape Games Podcast
1y ago
In this episode, we'll talk about laser cutting techniques, including cutting and etching. We'll include tips for gluing up your designs, as well as a surprise for Evan on working with plastic glues ..read more
Fort Escape Games Podcast
1y ago
In this episode, we'll talk about different techniques with 3D printing, including embedding magnets and tools to print filament samples. We'll then talk through different printing fails, and how to prevent those from happening ..read more
Fort Escape Games Podcast
1y ago
LED Light Strips (12v - cut every 3 lights): https://amzn.to/3jx9BMz
Arduino Pixel Board: https://amzn.to/2WNKECZ
Capacitors for Lights
A kit with many types: https://amzn.to/30xEVCm
The ones we use for 12v neopixels: https://amzn.to/2ZOlkib (we buy them individually, but you can find kits like this on Amazon)
You can find the wiring diagram we always use here: https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-neopixel-uberguide/basic-connections
Single LED with Multiple Colors
With a controller (Neopixel): https://amzn.to/3hsdFfy
Without a controller (wire and control yourself, not recommended): https://am ..read more
Fort Escape Games Podcast
1y ago
AxiDraw - https://amzn.to/3fM1HwT
Raspberry Pi - https://amzn.to/2CmDxus
RFID reader - https://amzn.to/39gkNZt
Arduino Uno - https://amzn.to/3eSWvpK
Mini DF MP3 Player - https://amzn.to/3jqSig8
Dupont Connector - https://amzn.to/3eH0CF6
MedeaWiz Sprite - https://amzn.to/2WADVfy
Relay Shield - https://amzn.to/2ONEyOp
Proto Shield - https://amzn.to/39fskI7 ..read more
Fort Escape Games Podcast
1y ago
Gorilla Glue 5 Minute Epoxy: https://amzn.to/37cgsFs
Art N’ Glow Resin: https://amzn.to/30xjlQf
Woodcraft Table Top Epoxy: https://www.woodcraft.com/products/mirror-coat-system-three-top-coat-1-1-2-pint
Directional Lock: https://amzn.to/3h6McR7
Dallas Makerspace: https://dallasmakerspace.org ..read more
Fort Escape Games Podcast
1y ago
Relay: https://amzn.to/2LX002b
Relay Shield: https://amzn.to/2TCq4E5
Solid State Relay: https://amzn.to/2LWRdNV
Mosfet: https://amzn.to/2A4fhM7
Proto Pasta Capacitance Filament: https://amzn.to/2ZyLwxy
Adafruit Capacitance Board: https://amzn.to/2ZBUIBa ..read more
Fort Escape Games Podcast
1y ago
Our Online Puzzle Games: https://www.fortescapegames.com/games
KSGR Soldering Iron:https://usa.banggood.com/V2_1S-T12-Digital-Temperature-Controller-Soldering-Station-Electric-Soldering-Iron-Tips-T12-K-907-Handle-p-1338117.html?rmmds=myorder&cur_warehouse=USA
Compatible KSGR Soldering Iron Tips: https://usa.banggood.com/Drillpro-10pcs-T12-Soldering-Iron-Tips-Set-for-HAKKO-FX951-FX952-p-1191594.html?rmmds=myorder&cur_warehouse=CN
White Desk Lamp: https://amzn.to/3dF5g6O
Circuit Board Holder: https://amzn.to/2BLzcjG
Ryobi 18V Soldering Iron: https://amzn.to/2XGFklQ
Ryobi 18V Hot Glue ..read more
Fort Escape Games Podcast
1y ago
Our website: https://www.fortescapegames.com/
Short online puzzle game (free): https://www.fortescapegames.com/online-puzzle-challenge
Lost in the Woods online puzzle/choose your own adventure game (free): https://www.fortescapegames.com/woodsintro
The Original Prusa I3 MK3S 3D Printer: https://www.prusa3d.com/original-prusa-i3-mk3/
Poly Printer: http://www.polyprinter.com/polyprinter-229 ..read more
Fort Escape Games Podcast
4y ago
In this episode, we'll talk about laser cutting techniques, including cutting and etching. We'll include tips for gluing up your designs, as well as a surprise for Evan on working with plastic glues ..read more
Fort Escape Games Podcast
4y ago
In this episode, we'll talk about different techniques with 3D printing, including embedding magnets and tools to print filament samples. We'll then talk through different printing fails, and how to prevent those from happening ..read more