May 27, 2022
Description
I had a look around at the different holders that are out there. And even though some had some good ideas I felt none of them solve the problem for me. So I created this remix based on 2 holders and added my own ideas. There are many ideas I also want to play with but the base system is ready
miniVICE X-Series version that improves some issues and supports both round and square bases can be found here: https://www.printables.com/model/214733-minivice-x-series-modular-miniature-holder-paintin
I will still continue to improve this version as well
This holder uses a modular chuck instead of a rubber band to hold the base down. This allows you to have access to the base for painting.
The chuck that holds onto the miniature is designed to be portable (modular), so you can quickly attach to, or disconnect from, the other parts in this system using the rare earth N35 magnets. You're not limited to only 1 way to paint your miniatures and you can even set your wip down on multiple stand types and pick it right back up when you're ready. with multiple chucks, you can switch between miniatures easily and only need 1 chuck driver and handle
There are 2 sizes of holder chucks
This system provides multiple handles so you have multiple ways to hold the miniatures to suit your style. there are even rounded versions so for people who might find them more comfortable.
The stand/grip can even come apart to become 2 stands in case you need to set your wip down. The main part of the stand/grip has the same footprint as most dropper paint bottles which means it can also be used with any project box or paint station that has holes for Vallejo, Army Painter, or Reaper. There is an optional adapter for use with Citadel holes in stands and project boxes.
There are plenty of more things to come
To make each of the chucks that grips the base of the miniature you will need (you can find all of these cheap online)
For 25mm-40mm base size N14 which is about 50mm
For 45mm-60mm base size N18 which is about 76mm or N19 which is about 87mm
If you cant print and want to use Shapeways. you can find the "all sizes" miniature holder here: http://shpws.me/QrLC
but for the price you're better off buying one, learning how to use it and printing all sorts of cool things like terrain
This is still a work in progress with a few items pending
Printer Brand:
Creality
Printer:
CR-10
Rafts:
No
Supports:
No
Infill:
0-2%
Notes:
All Stls are in their native orientation, I rotated a few to print on its side or even upside down, I didnt need supports at all.
I was able to print all of these parts with 0 infill and 2-3 shell. the only part that needed infill and only for internal supports was the stand and stand base.
The square base adapters stls are only of 1 side. simply print 2 to get the whole thing.
How To Assemble
Be careful with magnet polarity Once the first magnet is in place, make sure that the polarity of the rest of the magnets are correct when gluing them in place. Double check, triple check that the magnets are correct
There are 2 sizes for the holders.
Common to both are the following parts:
for the regular holder (25mm - 40mm) you will need:
for the large base holder (45mm - 60mm) you will need:
The quantities really depend on how many you want to make. You can buy a bunch of each for really cheap
Added the rubber band in the channels of the Chuck body. Then seal it with the Main case top, it should simply snap fit. Turn it over and make sure the Top pokes through the other side by about 1mm. Take this opportunity to super glue the magnet. Be careful not to use too much glue so as to not spill over the area indicated by green
Pull the Rubber bands out of the way and slide in the Collets. Then make sure the Rubber band sit in the groove on the back of the Collets
Cut and peel the cover off the pins. Make sure not to cut into the pins themselves. Then push the pins into place using a tool like tweezers. Glue is optional but I didn't need it
Glue the N35 magnet to the chuck driver. Then push the Chuck driver into the Main case. Then seal it all into place with the main case bottom, which should snap fit into place. Turn it over and add glue in the square indicated, line up Driver knob and press it into the glue. The magnet on the bottom side of the Driver knob is optional depending on how you intend to use the system
Once the glue holding the magnets is dry, your two assemblies are ready to come together. Then simply select the handle you wish to use and friction fit in to the Main case (glue is optional)
Now all that is left to do is add the magnets to the stand/grip and the bases you want to use.
Again just make sure you install and glue the magnets the right way around to match the polarity of your already installed magnets
Category: Hobby
License:
Creative Commons — Attribution — Noncommercial
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