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SpaceX Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy Engine Protector

by mgranger114

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I got sick of breaking off engine bells while sanding, cleaning up support material, or painting the engine piece to the falcon models. I created this simple ring that slips over the engine base piece and protects the engine bells. It is also a great way to hold up the core stage while painting if the landing legs aren't attached yet.

Source

Thingiverse

What you need to print this: Intermediate Medium confidence

Why?

supports needed · significant post-processing

Single piece Supports required

Supports 2/3

Assembly 0/3

Settings 1/3

Bed size 0/3

Post-process 2/3

Printer

FDM / FFF

File format

STL

Material

Min. bed size

50 mm (Small)

Post-processing

Painting, Sanding

Software

Cura, PrusaSlicer, or similar

Same designer, more platforms

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which 3D printer is suitable for SpaceX Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy Engine Protector?

Any FDM printer should handle SpaceX Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy Engine Protector just fine. It's been printed on machines like Bambu Lab A1 Mini, Prusa Mini+, Creality Ender 3, most FDM printers. A minimum build volume of 50 mm is recommended.

Does SpaceX Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy Engine Protector need supports when printing?

Yes, SpaceX Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy Engine Protector will probably need supports for the overhangs. Tree supports work well here and are easier to remove than regular ones.

What file format is SpaceX Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy Engine Protector available in?

SpaceX Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy Engine Protector is available in STL format. These files can be opened and sliced using free software such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, or OrcaSlicer for FDM printing, or ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer for resin printing. The download is provided through Thingiverse.

Is SpaceX Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy Engine Protector free to download?

Yes, SpaceX Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy Engine Protector is available as a free download through Thingiverse. Always check the license on the original platform to understand commercial use, remixing, and attribution requirements.

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