Mazinger Z - Supreme Edition 3D Printing Model | Assembly

ABOUT THIS 3D MODEL

“Koji... with Mazinger Z, you can become either a god or a devil”

Mazinger Z is credited as the first piloted giant robot, the titular mech of the Mazinger Z Japanese manga series. The titanic robot was constructed by Doctor Juzo Kabuto using newly-discovered hyper-alloy “Super Alloy Z”. With the main element of the metal alloy being fictional Japanium that is noted to be even stronger than steel, the mech can boast of extremely high durability. The creation of Mazinger Z robot within the series of the same name is considered to mark the launch of the Super Robot genre into existence.

Inspired by the Mazinger Z anime series our contributive 3D artist created his kit for titanic mecha. The files for the model include such weapons and systems as Hover Pilder, Jet Scrander, Zeus Blade, Pocket Punch, and Iron Cutter. The robot has a high level of articulation and can be mounted on the platform or separately. The platform can be modified and complemented with weaponry so you have a space to infuse creativity! Don’t wait to start your new and so thrilling project!

ADAPTATION FOR 3D PRINTING

Mazinger Z for 3D printing is a fully active assembly model and its moderation and adaptation for different types of 3D printers took the Gambody team 58 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 mech 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 version in PDF format. We highly recommend that you get acquainted with the “Assembly Video” and “Assembly Manual” before getting down to the Mazinger Z 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 Mazinger Z which is 18 000 mm. The 3D printing model’s chosen scale is 1:72 for the FFF/FDM version.

VERSIONS’ SPECIFICATIONS

FFF/FDM 1.0 version features:

• Contains 97 parts;
• A printed model is 297 mm tall,  303 mm wide, 122 mm deep;
• A printed model on the platform: 325 mm tall,  375 mm wide, 308 mm deep;
• Spotlights rotate and can be fixed at different angles;
• The crane arrow moves and rotates;
• The holders for Zeus Blade, Iron Cutter and Rocket Punch move up and down;
• There is a special platform to put Jet Scander on. The platform can be fixed in different positions;
• Head of Mazinger Z rotates;
• Active joints in the shoulders and elbows;
• Fully articulated wrists and fingers;
• Missile Punch is hidden in the belly of the robot;
• The chest of Mazinger Z is movable;
• Hip joints allow multidirectional movement of the legs;
• Multidirectional movement of ankles and bending feet;
• Two options to fix Jet Scrander belt and heat sinks - with mechanical and with magnetic connectors;
• The wings of Jet Scrander fold;
• For the assembly of the FFF/FDM version you will need additional “pins”, short pieces of 1.75 mm regular PLA filament.
• All parts are divided in such a way that you will print them with the smallest number of support structures.

You can get the model of Mazinger Z 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 Mazinger Z 3D Printing Model on Gambody YouTube channel.

Also, you may like other Robot 3D Printing Models as well as other Anime 3D Printing Figurines.

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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 4.1.2 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

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