Articulated Dragon - Retail & Merchandising Counter Stand

This is a merchandising stand for articulated dragons. This stand was designed to hold 24 x McGuybeer's articulated dragon printed at 130% scale. Also as an important note, McGybeer dragons cannot be sold without a license!

If you are looking for the double stand, it can be found here!

The stand is completely 3d printed except for the bearing that allows the top to rotate. The bearing I use is a 6005-2RS1/C3, but any 47mm x 25mm x 12mm bearing should do.

Print these out of a good PLA+, print settings below.

3D Model Scaling

I have not tested if this model will scale down/up, but I would think it will. I'd suggest doing a test print of the base and the post, then if that works great, likely the rest of the parts will too!

Other Dragon Models

Tested: Cinderwing @90% scale. Kinda works, but it's not ideal due to the higher position of the legs. Can only get 18 dragons instead of 24 on the stand.

On deck for testing: FlexiFactory Dragons

Hardware

4 x 1/4" x 3/4" long bolts. I use a button head, but regular bolts will work too.
1 x custom cut 1/4" mild steel plate. For added weight, DXF included for cutting.

Stand Topper

We use a card that is 0.95mm thick, so the slot is sized for a snug fit at that thickness. Use a shim or modify the model if a thicker or thinner size is needed.

3MF files are included in files package for reference or use if you're using Prusa/SuperSlicer. If not, here are the key print settings:

Nozzle

0.6mm, adjust perimeters for more if you print with a 0.4mm

Infil

Pattern: your favourite infil pattern
Percentage: 13%+

Perimeters

Top: 3
Bottom: 3
Perimeters: 2, go with 3 for more strength if using a weaker material or PEGT (to reduce flex)
Layer Height: 0.24

Speed

As fast as your printer will go with acceptable surface quality.

Temperature

Go hot, you want real good layer bonding for these pieces.

Special Instructions (Base)

For the base I use custom supports on the holes, but I let everything else bridge. You can definitely support the entire underside if needed, it's just a bit harder to remove and will increase print time. 3MF provided.

Special Instructions (Shaft 1 & Shaft 2)

Note the orientation in the picture, no supports needed for these two.

Special Instructions (Center Hub)

Print in the orientation in the pic, full supports, put a support blocker in the center as it's not needed. 3MF provided.

Special Instructions (Fingers)

The fingers need a good anchoring on the plate as the print is very tall, print with a brim if needed. Supports on the bed only, see pics for orientation and supports.