Space Station Hatch (Common Berthing Mechanism) 3D Printer Model

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License: CC BY-NC
File formats: stl
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Size:1.5MB

The file 'Space Station Hatch (Common Berthing Mechanism) 3D Printer Model' is (stl) file type, size is 1.5MB.

Summary

A 'chibi-fied' Common Berthing Mechanism hatch, like those on the International Space Station.

Note: The mechanism does not work at this scale due to friction and lack of rigidity.

  • All files provided without tolerances added (nominal dimensions). You'll have to add your own in your slicer.
  • Use 1.75mm filament for the shafts connecting the various pieces.
  • Handrails & handrail mounts must be glued in place.
  • Screws can be (maximum) M2 screws.
  • Hatchway (outer part) is held on with tension from the latches, as with the real-life design. Slip it on last.
Cam_Ring.stl 375.4KB
Driver_Gear.stl 140.5KB
Handrail_Mount_Print_2.stl 21.8KB
Handrail_Print_2.stl 16.5KB
Hatch.stl 2.5MB
Hatchway.stl 1.0MB
Latch_Print_8.stl 16.5KB
Lift_Clasp_Print_8.stl 55.0KB
Slider_Carriage_Print_8.stl 47.1KB
Slider_Rail_Print_8.stl 251.1KB
Torque_Arm_Print_16.stl 24.2KB
Torque_Bracket_Print_8.stl 87.4KB