Star Trek Enterprise inspired Communicator

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An Inspired Communicator Device from Star Trek: Enterprise. The Enterprise crew used similar communicators throughout the show's run. Can be printed in PLA, HTPLA, or PETG. We recommend Natural or Grey PLA for best results. In USA you can buy inexpensive PLA from our favorite shop: https://fusionfilaments.com/collections/htpla-filament-1 Inside, the communicator is designed to have a printed screen applique behind a sheet of acrylic with signal and battery readings. Dimensions: 1.5 cm x 4.7 cm x 9.1 cm This kit is designed for experienced makers and will require careful priming, sanding, gluing, and painting of plastic parts. BOM: 1. 3D printed parts: - Communicator body - Flip-top front panel (optional) - Side button - 2 front panels - Dial button 2. Painted or unpainted brass hinge 3. Printed screen applique 4. A small sheet of acrylic (21mm x 25mm, thickness: ~0.8mm) Hinges used: Everbilt 3/4 in. x 11/16 in. Bright Brass Middle Hinges. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-3-4-in-x-11-16-in-Bright-Brass-Middle-Hinges-19724/204485781 3D printed parts will require priming, sanding, and painting to be a finished prop. Tested with the following primers: - Rust-Oleum Gray Filler Primer - Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch 2X Ultra Cover All-Purpose Spray Primer Proper fit and tolerance with other primers is not guaranteed. When printed in PLA keep away from direct heat such as fireplaces, hot cars, or direct sunlight. If you're going to sell prints, please share a link to this Thingiverse page. Work-in-progress Universal Translator: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3367774 Tips are Appreciated! We test everything we do to make sure that it's printable and work as expected. If you like our work you can help us by sending some Tips. Thank you! Brought to You by Fluffy Pants Studio