Gonk Droid 3D Printing Model | Assembly

ABOUT THIS 3D MODEL

Curious and cute, active and with a combative nature, helpful and exploring, each having their unique history and audience, droids played a significant role in nearly every Star Wars story. Adventurous and loyal R2-D2, cranky Chopper, fussy C3PO, joyful D-O, or direct IG-11 - there is something in the nature of droids that makes people observe with admiration these fictional robots. Gonk Droid, responsible for recharging and machinery, is our new addition that we are sure will surprise you!

The author of the model did a good job learning the specifications of the power droid to make sure that the work will repeat the appearance of the robot in the movie to the tiniest detail. Gonk droid comes in two versions, with a smooth and rusty body, the second option is a perfect choice for all fans of authentic looks. There is an option to light up the diodes on the face of the robot, the corrugation legs have alternative variants to add flexibility to the model. Choose Gonk Droid if the droids are your passion and you will not regret it!

ADAPTATION FOR 3D PRINTING

The Gonk Droid model for 3D printing is a static assembly model and its moderation and adaptation for different types of 3D printers took the Gambody team 85 hours in total.

For you to receive the cleanest 3D printing result possible, minimize the amount of filament needed for generated support, and make use of the active elements designed by Gambody Engineers, the droid was divided into convenient assembly parts.

All assembly parts in the FFF/FDM 1.0 version are provided in STL files in recommended positions that were worked out in order to ensure the smoothness of the details’ surfaces after printing and that the 3D printing beginners won’t face difficulties when placing the parts on a build plate. When downloading any model’s file you will also receive “Assembly Manual” for FFF/FDM 1.0 and DLP/SLA 1.0 versions in PDF and video formats. We highly recommend that you get acquainted with the “Assembly Video” and “Assembly Manual” before getting down to the Gonk Droid 3D printing model.

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 height of the Gonk Droid. The 3D printing model’s chosen scales are 1:4 for the FFF/FDM version and 1:4 for the DLP/SLA version.

VERSIONS’ SPECIFICATIONS

FFF/FDM 1.0 version features:

• Contains 32 parts;
• A printed model is 359 mm tall, 180 mm wide, 186 mm deep;
• Alternative body - smooth and rusty;
• Removable loudspeaker and tank;
• 4 variants of legs for better flexibility;
• Tunnels for LED wiring to light up the diodes;
• The wires are made of regular 1.75 PLA filament and can be replaced with ordinary wires;
• All parts are divided in such a way that you will print them with the smallest number of support structures.

DLP/SLA 1.0 version features:

• Contains 32 parts;
• A printed model is 180 mm tall, 90 mm wide, 93 mm deep;
• Alternative body - smooth and rusty;
• Removable loudspeaker and tank;
• 4 variants of legs for better flexibility;
• Tunnels for LED wiring to light up the diodes;
• 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 Gonk Droid model 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 a Gonk Droid 3D Printing Model on Gambody YouTube channel.

Also, you may like other Droids 3D Printing Models.

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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