V-Tek X69 replacement grip for t16000m flightstick hotas

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I crafted this flight stick from the ground up, drawing inspiration from the x52's design and ergonomic cues. This custom flight stick boasts a single hat with four face buttons*, four auxiliary buttons positioned above the joystick face, and five momentary toggle switches situated above those, each with two functions. Paired with an improved trigger system featuring a true three-stage trigger and spring-assisted pinky trigger, as well as several user-friendly features. The main faceplate is semi-modifiable, allowing you to rearrange the layout of the Tacs 3D model's new buttons and cut them from the blank face to create custom button faces tailored to your specifications. Like my previous "B8 Style flightstick," this design serves as a printable replacement for the Saitek T16000M flight stick. However, I plan to modify it to support open-source gimbals at some point. The addition of all these inputs necessitates the use of an auxiliary Teensy 2.0( or 2.0++ if you opt to forego any inputs from the original T16K), which fits snugly into the side of the stick. I have yet to mount it on a T16K, but it mounts in the same manner as the B8 Style stick. If you appreciate my work and wish to support this project, consider leaving a tip via Thingiverse or directly through https://www.paypal.me/vendeta44. Additionally, joining our Discord community at https://discord.gg/G7jQGGZ will grant you access to a wealth of information on this design, previous creations, and custom modifications, as well as opportunities to ask questions and engage with fellow enthusiasts. **Parts List:** * Misc. M3 screws, nuts, and threaded inserts * 6 momentary toggle switches * 17 6x6mm Tac switches* * Small sections of 2mm thick breadboard * Misc wiring * Teensy 2.0(++) * A few 5mm OD 4mm ID springs (readily available within cheap dollar store click pens) * Hot glue / Super glue * Equal doses of determination and creativity **Printing and Assembly:** Recommended .2mm minimum with 50% infill. Refer to images for suggested printing orientation of all components. Supports are largely unnecessary but can aid in specific areas if your printer struggles with bridging. The design utilizes standard 6x6x5mm Tac switches for most inputs and 6x6mm Tacs with extended caps (sanded down to length) for the triggers. Breadboard inserts must be cut and sanded to fit, holding Tac switches in place for face buttons and auxiliary inputs. The design accommodates 1mm of spacing behind all breadboards for wiring, making 24awg and above wiring a suggested choice. Wiring channels run from the head and left grip as well as through the rear handle into the Teensy compartment. Threaded inserts are employed extensively wherever screws are used. The rest of the assembly is relatively straightforward. **Remixing:** If you create this stick or a remix of it, please post a make on Thingiverse. For those without 3D printers, I offer a set of 3D printed parts for $95 USD shipped within North America and $105 USD shipped to most worldwide destinations. (Note: During these extraordinary times, all prints will be disinfected before shipment, produced in a self-isolating house with zero connections to any COVID-19 infected individuals.) Currently, I do not offer assembly services as I lack the necessary part stock; it is offered as a DIY printed kit. **CAD File:** The full Fusion 360 CAD file is available upon request, accompanied by a tip of $10 or more. **Demonstration of Final Prototype:** https://drive.google.com/open?id=12LiTzWVG1-dMeRcpSF8ywG-xw2MxVENg