SHADO Skydiver 3D Printing Model | Assembly

ABOUT THIS 3D MODEL

UFO, created by Gerry Anderson and Sylvia Anderson, is a classic British science fiction television series. The Skydivers were fictional futuristic submarines aimed at defending the Earth from alien aggressors. The submarines patrolled Earth’s oceans and in case of UFO penetration, were immediately directed to stop the attacker. Pilot-controlled Skydivers, propelled by twin nuclear turbines, could reach the atmosphere and perform as fighters. The Sky fighters were armed with four machine gun cannons and a pod containing missiles mounted under each wing. 

Inspired by extraordinary multifunctional sci-fi craft, our contributing 3D artist created his SHADO Skydiver model for 3D printing. The combat ship will amaze everyone with its shape and futuristic design. Half-submarine and half-fighter, Skydiver has no analogues and is truly authentic. It can become the gem in your collection and present unforgettable moments from the printing and assembly process!

ADAPTATION FOR 3D PRINTING

The SHADO Skydiver for 3D printing is a static assembly model and its moderation and adaptation for different types of 3D printers took the Gambody team 55 hours in total. 

For you to receive the cleanest 3D printing result possible, minimize the amount of filament needed for generated support, the spaceship 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 format. We highly recommend that you get acquainted with the “Assembly video” and "Assembly Manual" before getting down to the SHADO Skydiver submarine.

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 length of the Skydiver which is 36 600 mm. The 3D printing model’s chosen scales are 1:64 for the FFF/FDM version and 1:128 for the DLP/SLA version.

VERSIONS’ SPECIFICATIONS

FFF/FDM 1.0 version features:

• Contains 78 parts;
• A printed model is 187 mm tall, 239 mm wide, 559 mm deep;
• A printed model on the stand is 241 mm tall, 239 mm wide, 559 mm deep;
• The model can be displayed on the stand or independently;
• Two hull options - with and without the markings;
• Two conning tower design options - with and without the “SHADO” lettering;
• Docking hatches open;
• Removable side panels to reveal engine details;
• Detailed cockpit interior;
• Tunnels for LED wiring;
• 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 61 parts;
• A printed model is 94 mm tall, 120 mm wide, 280 mm deep;
• A printed model on the stand is 120 mm tall, 120 mm wide, 280 mm deep;
• The model can be displayed on the stand or independently;
• Two hull options - with and without the markings;
• Two conning tower design options - with and without the “SHADO” lettering;
• Docking hatches open;
• Removable side panels to reveal engine details;
• Detailed cockpit interior;
• Tunnels for LED wiring;
• 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 SHADO Skydiver 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 SHADO Skydiver 3D Printing Model on Gambody YouTube channel.

Also, you may like the Naulitlus 3D Printing Model, and other Sci-Fi models for 3D Printing.

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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