USS Enterprise NCC-1701 3D Printing Model | Assembly

ABOUT THIS 3D MODEL

The USS Enterprise NCC-1701 is a transportation means that appeared within Star Trek media franchise and that has repeatedly been identified as one of the most influential science fiction spacecraft. A popular culture icon that “boldly goes where no man has gone before" under the command of Captain James T. Kirk has been listed among the 50 most significant objects ever to appear in film and finally every 3D printing enthusiast has a chance to obtain one’s very own starship for 3D printing on Gambody! The author of the USS Enterprise model for 3D printing decided to go for the original design of the legendary starship and while working on the project was drawing inspiration specifically from the NCC-1701 ship that is extremely well-loved by the franchise fans and now has a legendary status. Therefore, the model for 3D printing that the author spent 90 hours for is depicted to resemble the vessel's original appearance: a disc-like primary hull, two outset engine nacelles, and a cylindrical secondary hull. The 3D artist made sure that you’ll have every opportunity to showcase your 3D printed Constitution-class vessel in the best way possible - the model’s design presupposes the introduction of LEDs and once printed your beautiful USS Enterprise can be placed on an awesome delta insignia-like stand. The model filmed for Star Trek sci-fi television show is currently on display at the National Air and Space Museum. Thanks to the development of 3D printing technology though, there is no need for you to travel all the way to Washington - one of the most celebrated starships of all times can easily appear on your bookshelf since the STL files of the USS Enterprise NCC-1701 are just a click away!

ADAPTATION FOR 3D PRINTING

USS Enterprise NCC-1701 for 3D printing is a static assembly model and its moderation and adaptation for different types of 3D printers took Gambody team 85 hours in total. For you to receive the cleanest printing result possible and to minimise the amount of filament needed for generated support the Constitution-class starship model was divided into many assembly parts, e.g. its main bridge, planetary scanner array platform, shuttle bay doors, navigation deflector etc. are provided as separate STL files. There can be found special tunnels throughout the hollow body of the USS Enterprise NCC-1701 leading into the primary hull, secondary hull and both propulsion units that were designed by our team for you to easily introduce LED wiring. There are many tiny windows (viewports) that the starship is equipped for you to enhance the illumination effect and with the same purpose some of the model’s assembly parts in FFF/FDM 1.0 version can be printed with transparent filament, e.g. the main bridge, space matrix restoration coils, the main sensor, Bussard collector assemblies etc. For you to conveniently display the model among your 3D printed Star Trek collection there was a special stand for the ship prepared that was made to resemble a Starfleet delta shield insignia. All the assembly parts are provided in STL files in recommended positions that were worked out so to ensure the smoothness of the details’ surfaces after printing and so that the 3D printing beginners won't face difficulties when placing the parts on a build plate. 

The model is saved in STL files, a format supported by most 3D printers. All STL files for 3D printing have been checked in Netfabb and no errors were shown.

The model's scale was calculated from the actual length of the USS Enterprise NCC-1701 that is 288000 mm. The 3D printing model's chosen scale is 1/350 for FFF/FDM version and 1/700 for DLP/SLA/SLS version.

VERSIONS' SPECIFICATIONS

FFF/FDM 2.0 version features:

• Contains 56 parts;
• A printed model is 199 mm tall, 370 mm wide, 824 mm deep;
• A printed model on the platform 257 mm tall, 370 mm wide, 824 mm deep;
• The hangar deck with Galileo Shuttlecraft turns to the “open/closed” point;
• Scaled Galileo II Shuttlecraft can be stored in the hangar deck;
• Highly-detailed bridge;
• Two variants of the primary hull - with and without the lettering;
• Model is made completely hollow for you to introduce LED wiring throughout the spaceship's body and navigation lights;
• All parts are divided in such a way that you will print them with the smallest number of support structures.

DLP/SLA  2.0 version features:

• Contains 50 parts;
• A printed model is 100 mm tall, 185 mm wide, 412 mm deep;
• A printed model on the platform 129 mm tall, 185 mm wide, 412 mm deep;
• The hangar deck with Galileo Shuttlecraft turns to the “open/closed” point;
• Scaled Galileo II Shuttlecraft can be stored in the hangar deck;
• Highly-detailed bridge;
• Two variants of the primary hull - with and without the lettering;
• Model is made completely hollow for you to introduce LED wiring throughout the spaceship's body and navigation lights (it is recommended to avoid inserting window glasses or do it with great care);
• All parts are divided in such a way to fit the build plates and to ensure that support structures are generated where needed.

DLP/SLA Lite 1.0 version features:

• Contains 27 parts;
• A printed model is 100 mm tall, 185 mm wide, 412 mm deep;
• A printed model on the platform 129 mm tall, 185 mm wide, 412 mm deep;
• The version has simplified assembly and is perfect for beginners;
• Canonical design;
• All parts are divided in such a way to fit the build plates and to ensure that support structures are generated where needed.

FFF/FDM 1.0 version features:

• Contains 30 parts;
• A printed shuttle is 144 mm tall, 181 mm wide, 401 mm deep;
• Model is made completely hollow for you to introduce LED wiring throughout the spaceship's body;
• Made with a stand to resemble a Starfleet insignia;
• All parts are divided in such a way that you will print them with the smallest number of support structures.

DLP/SLA/SLS 1.0 version features:

• Contains 14 parts;
• A printed model is 72 mm tall, 91 mm wide, 201 mm deep;
• Made with a stand to resemble a Starfleet insignia;
• All parts are divided in such a way to fit the build plates and to ensure that support structures are generated where needed.

You can get the model of USS Enterprise NCC-1701​​​​ for 3D Printing immediately after the purchase! Just click the green Buy button in the top-right corner of the model’s page. You can pay with PayPal or your credit card.

Watch the tutorial on how to assemble USS Enterprise NCC-1701​​ 3D Printing Model at Gambody YouTube channel.

Also, you may like the other Space Ships 3D Printing Models as well as Spock 3D Printing Figurine.

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Below you can find printing recommendations for Cura, Simplify3D, Slic3r and PrusaSlicer software.

Disclaimer: The following printing settings are a recommendation, not an obligation. The parameters can vary depending on the peculiarities of your 3D printer, the material you use, and especially the particular assembly part you are working with. Each part that any model comprises often needs preliminary review, and you are free to tweak the settings the way you find suitable.

Note:

You can scale up the model (downscaling for FFF/FDM 3D printers is not recommended!);

All connectors should be printed at 100% Infill.

Cura printing recommendations:

These are averaged settings which were tested in the Cura 5.2.1 slicer. Test models were printed on Anycubic Vyper, Creality Ender 3 Pro with PLA filament.

To avoid printing problems, we recommend the following settings: download

Simplify3D printing recommendations:

These are averaged settings which were tested in the Simplify3D 5.0.0 slicer. Test models were printed on Anycubic Vyper, FLSUN v400, Ender3 S1 with PLA filament.

To avoid printing problems, we recommend the following settings: download

Slic3r printing recommendations:

These basic 3D printing settings recommendations for beginners were tested in Slic3r 1.3.0 software. Test models were printed on Ultimaker 2, Creality Ender 3, Creality Cr-10S pro v2, Anycubic I3 Mega, Anycubic I3 MegaS, Anycubic Vyper with PLA and PetG filaments.

To avoid printing problems, we recommend the following settings: download

PrusaSlicer printing recommendations:

These basic 3D printing settings recommendations for beginners were tested in PrusaSlicer 2.3.1. Test models were printed on Ultimaker 2, Creality Ender 3, Creality Cr-10S pro v2, Anycubic I3 Mega, Anycubic I3 MegaS, Anycubic Vyper with PLA and PETG filaments.

To avoid printing problems, we recommend the following settings: download