Printing keys of a MIDI keyboard

[t_w]

the keys look pretty simple. You need openscad and a set of digital calipers, just measure and replicate. Easier than it sounds :-)

I just got digital calipers. Thought I would need to measure instead of 3D scan.

3d printed pla keys will be pretty hard wearing and available in lots of colours. Can't see any real reason they'd wear out any faster than the original keys. Depending on the material used they could actually last longer than the original keys.

Thank you very much! You built me up! I think I can have more confidence in 3D printed objects, then.

OpenSCAD

I find it rather complicated, although I'm familiar with some programming languages. Seems like learning that is a project of it's own. Maybe I would have more luck with 123D Design or a similar program. I took a look into it. I couldn't figure out how to work exactly, though (e.g., rotating once, then rotating later again resulting in a specific angle).