Rubin Model Bases
Bill of Materials
- 0.75kg 1.75mm 3D printing filament (PLA, ABS, ASA - PETG is untested)
- 8 M3x8 Button-Head Cap Screws (BHCS)
- (Optional) 8 M3x5x4 Heatset Inserts (4mm deep, 5mm wide)
Printed Parts
- 1 Tray Insert (bowl)
- 2 Top Frame halves
- 4 Legs
Printing Guidelines
- 0.4 or 0.6mm nozzle
- 0.2 to 0.3mm layer height
- 15% Cubic infill
- 3 Perimeters/Wall loops
- 5 Top and Bottom Layers
- Bed size required: Minimum 220mm x 205mm
- Multicolor/Multibody: Optional
- Supports: Enable supports on Tray Insert only and only on build plate.
- Recommended Slicer Software: OrcaSlicer
Technical Drawing: rubin_model_diagram.pdf
Assembly - Self Sourcing
The top frame can accept M3 heatsets for more durable repeated assembly and disassembly. If installing heatset inserts - the top frame halves have 8 total M3 threaded heatset inserts, which are installed by melting them into the frame half using a soldering iron.
A version of the top frame is also available where the screws will form threads into plastic. It will be a tight fit, but do not overtighten and strip out the plastic.
Secure the tray insert to the frame halves with (8) M3x8 Button-Head Cap Screws (BHCS). Insert the legs into the holes in the bottom of the frame halves, they are held in place by friction. If they are a little loose, you can wrap them with a thin layer of masking tape (or if self-printing, scale the leg model up a little bit in your slicer software and reprint.
Ordering Pre-Printed Model Bases
Custom-printed model bases are available to order from me by request. Model bases ordered from me ship pre-assembled and use the M3 heatset inserts/screws for durability.Email me at bma@thunderkeys.net with 'model base' in the subject line to request current lead times and place a deposit. Models are printed using temperature-resistant ABS or ASA.
Once your request is received and the production timeline is confirmed acceptable, I will send an invoice via Paypal that is payable 50% up front, and 50% when production is complete and before shipping.
Pricing
As of October 27th, 2025 the price for each base is $100 USD plus shipping costs. This price may increase in the future depending on supply chain changes.