Battery base for CATASTRANAUT

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I created my own base for CATASTRONAUT from scratch. I wanted to power it with a battery and have full control over brightness levels. My creation consists of many pieces but should be easy to assemble; you may need some glue in the process, however. It utilizes a Li-ion Battery providing 3V as well as a 10 kOhm potentiometer and switch for seamless functionality. The end result looks fantastic but proves challenging to solder together. I've included all parts along with step-by-step instructions within a zip archive, but if you'd like more information about the parts I used, you can find them in the provided 123DX file, which you're free to customize and improve at your convenience. There's plenty of room for improvement throughout my project. **UPDATE:** On January 2nd, 2018 I decided to abandon the zip archive altogether, opting to upload all files directly instead. Additionally, I converted the source files into Fusion360 and SAT formats to make it easier for remixers to modify them as needed. Although I hope someone will take my lead and design more reliable tubes, I'm pleased with how everything fits together - each part has its designated spot, making assembly a relatively smooth process. If you get stuck, feel free to download the complete model, which includes all parts in their intended positions. This is available in both the original 123DX format and converted into Fusion360 files as well as SAT files for easy access and manipulation.