3D Printing - Laser Cutting - Prop Making - Model Making - And More
Mandalorian Helmet
Project Details
STL Design - TheBrokenNerd83
Slice - Cura
Printers Used - Creality Ender 3 / Creality S1 Pro Plus
Filament - 1.2 kg Overture PLA Professional
Primer - Rust-oleum Filler Primer
Base Paint - Krylon Fusion Gloss Black
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Clear Coat - Dupli Color 1K Clear
Sandpaper 150g to 800g
Visor - Black Magic 5% Window Tint
Visor - PET Plastic
Glue - PE
Graphite Powder
Print Time - 112h
Total Build Time - 134h
The majority of the Mando helmets were printed with an S1 Pro Plus Printer. The smaller earpieces were printed on an Ender3 using some filament left from a previous project with the rest on a new roll.
In total, the helmet took 112 hours to print. The entire project went smoothly other than when a subport came lose in the beginning of the print, requiring some quick thinking to get the project back online. The solution was to use a piece of painter’s tape and a section of cardboard to secure it to the base to complete the print. I worked and the results were very satisfactory!
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Then the helmet gets sanded first with 150 grit sandpaper followed by 200 grit sandpaper. What’s nice is you don’t need to sand it smooth, which is why the next step is so important.
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When it comes to achieving a smooth surface, I understand the importance of taking my time and being meticulous. This phase is critical for ensuring a flawless end result. I used Rust-oleum 2 in 1 Filler & Sandable primer, applying three coats and sanding in between each coat using 200-grit sandpaper. Follow the link below where I'll explain in detail how I achieved a smooth surface on the helmet by following a slow and precise approach.