3D Printing
These are the steps I used for printing my Stargate. They were done on a Prusa XL with a 0.4 nozzle. Most items were in PLA.
If you do not have larger build plate, use the parts that are broken down into sections.
Note, there are some 'alternative' parts be sure to look at compare.
Stargate Ring pieces
Back Rings
Print the Back Rings with Bearing (circled).
They will be attached with (3 of X Screws), 1 to connect the main piece and 2 for the bottom piece.
Filament: PLA black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: No
Print Time: 15 Hrs 3 Mins
Back Ring Bottom
NOTE this part is missing the BEARINGS as attachments.
They will be attached with (? number/quantity) screws.
Filament: PLA black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: No
Print Time: 3 Hrs 19 Mins
Core Ring
This will need supports. Use the PLA/PETG trick for easier removal.
They will be attached with (? number/quantity) screws.
Filament: PLA Black Nozzle 1, PETG White Nozzle 2
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.3 (0.2 takes 22+ hours)
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 15 Hrs
Inner Ring
Do not use brim because the teeth would take forever to clean.
Filament: PLA black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: No
Print Time: 3 Hrs 38 Mins
Glyph Ring
Print as detailed as possible.
Filament: PLA black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: No
Print Time: 4 Hrs 40 Mins
Gear
This gear can be printed in TPU to help with noise vibration. Overture TPU High Speed Filament
Filament: Sainsmart TPU setting
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 50% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: No
Print Time: 3 hours
Stargate Ring Other pieces
Core Ring Bottom Left and Right
Could use PLA/PETG support.
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.3
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 3 hrs 50 Mins
Outter Ring (8 pieces)
??
Filament: PLA Black (or opposing color)
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: No
Print Time: 5 hrs 29 Mins
Ball Bearing Holders (2)
Only 2 for the bottom piece needed as the other pieces include them.
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 11 Mins
LED Strip Holder (A and B, Left and Right)
These holders have (7) A and B part and 'snap' together. They also have a LEFT and RIGHT, that are shorter, for the opening at the bottom.
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 4 Hrs 46 Mins
Chevron Holder (7 needed, alternate design)
This model combines the pieces into one print.
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 11 Mins
Wire Clips (16 pieces, check really)
These hold the wires into the channel, twist in.
Can print in different color for easier viewing.
Filament: PLA Black (or opposing color)
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: No
Print Time: 18 Mins
Chevron Gear (7 pieces)
Moves the chevron up/down, attaches to the xxx part.
Could print in PETG if wanting.
Filament: PLA Black (or opposing color)
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: No
Print Time: 24 Mins
Chevron V (7 pieces)
Print in Clear then paint edges.
Filament: PLA/PETG Clear
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: Yes
Print Time: 1 Hrs 19 Mins
Chevron Light Cover (7 pieces)
Print in Transparent Red
Filament: PLA Transparent Red
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: Yes
Print Time: 39 Mins
DC Holder Clip (7 pieces)
??
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: Yes
Print Time: 1 Hrs 10 Mins
Gear Rack holder (7 pieces)
Secures the Chevron Holders to the rings.
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 55 Mins
Core Ring Bottom (is this just a test? find out)
Not sure what this is yet
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 20% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: No
Print Time: xxx Hrs xxx Mins
Base V2
DHD Base Platform
Platform combined into one piece.
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 9 Hrs 45 Mins Vertical
DHD Platform Pegs
Pegs for holding the DHD onto the platform
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: No
Print Time: 12 Mins
Base Lid Back
Printing combined
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 4 Hrs 31 Mins Vertical
Base Lid Front
Printing combined
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 6 Hrs 0 Mins Vertical
RPI Base
Print in PETG For strength
Filament: PETG Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 4 Hrs 26 Mins Vertical
Base Lid Corners (Front and Back)
Covering for the Front and Back Corners
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 3 Hrs 29 Mins
Ground (Both pieces)
Ground
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 8 Hrs 14 Mins
Helmet
On ground
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 3 Hrs 37 Mins
Stairs (Left Side)
Left Side Stairs
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 5 Hrs 15 Mins
Stairs (Front Side)
Front Stairs
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 8 Hrs 32 Mins
Gear Magnet Stepper Holders
Rest of misc parts. The Stepper Holder might be made from TPU, gotta check.
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: Yes
Print Time: 2 Hrs 29 Mins
Base Wall Front Left
Left Side
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 8 Hrs 51 Mins
Base Wall Front/Back Right and Holder
These are 3 pieces combined for less screws/gluing.
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 14 Hrs 4 Mins
Base Wall Back Left and Holder
Combined 2 pieces for printing
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 7 Hrs 22 Mins
DHD
Tablet and Holder
You can use dual colors for printing.
Filament: PLA Black and Gold
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 4 Hrs 57 Mins (Dual Color)
DHD Base and Disc
both
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 12 Hrs 39 Mins
DHD Keyframe and Pegs
You could print with supports on middle only.
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 4 Hrs 49 Mins
Key Center Button
Print in Transparent Red
Filament: PLA Transparent Red
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: Yes
Support: Yes
Print Time: 44 Mins
DHD Key Top Covering
Print in black, make sure not to lose parts. Also no brim is easier cleanup.
Filament: PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: No
Print Time: 25 Mins
DHD Keys Inner and Outer
Print Keys in Clear PETG and supports in PLA for breakaway. Also try no brim for easier cleanup.
Filament: PETG Clear, PLA Black
Nozzle: 0.4
Layer Height: 0.2
Infill: 15% Cubic
Brim: No
Support: Yes
Print Time: 5 Hrs 1 Mins
Stacking the Motor Hats
Chevron LCDs
Chevron Motors Wiring
Chevron Motor Wire Lengths
| Motor Location | Length (easier) | Length (mm) | Length (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25" | 475 mm | 18.75" |
| 2 | 20" | 350 mm | 13.75" |
| 3 | 15" | 230 mm | 9" |
| 4 | 15" | 320 mm | 12.5" |
| 5 | 20" | 430 mm | 17" |
| 6 | 25" | 550 mm | 21.75" |
| 7 | 30" | 580 mm | 22.75" |
Chevron LED Wire Lengths
| LED Location | Length (easier) | Length (mm) | Length (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25" | 495 mm | 19.5" |
| 2 | 20" | 365 mm | 14.5" |
| 3 | 15" | 225 mm | 8.75" |
| 4 | 15" | 225 mm | 8.75" |
| 5 | 20" | 365 mm | 14.5" |
| 6 | 25" | 495 mm | 19.5" |
| 7 | 30" | 635 mm | 25" |