Stickless Arcade Controller

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Here is a custom-built arcade controller I designed for a friend. It prints in four main sections: the main body, top cover, and two additional parts that are all printable with PLA filament. Please note that you'll need a larger 3D printer to print this design. I used an Ender 3, but had to modify its Marlin firmware to utilize the entire 235 x 235mm bed size and adjust Cura settings accordingly. The default setting for this printer is 220 x 220mm, despite its actual bed size being larger. If you own a bigger printer like the CR10, you'll be in good shape. The controller's feet are printed with flexible filament for added durability. I recommend printing at a layer height of at least 2.5mm to speed up the process and using 15% infill for the main body. For the top cover, use a lower layer height and higher infill (25% should be sufficient) to minimize flexing. To assemble this project, you'll need various lengths of M3 screws to attach the base and top components together. This controller accommodates one Sanwa 30 switch and eleven Sanwa 24 switches. You'll also require a USB B connector and either an Arduino board or a dedicated arcade stick controller module to complete the build.