Merged: Old Shapeways-related announcements

[uncletony]

Am I missing something? I don't see the Fokker D.III on Bo's Shapeways page.

It isn't officially released yet. I usually don't release anything I haven't held in my own hands. However Ivo inquired about this in a PM and was keen on it, so I made an exception, especially as he was excited about the M19K "late" version. If anyone else wants to be on the bleeding edge, PM me. Otherwise it will be released to the general public probably in the next few weeks...

[IvotB]

It's a prototype. You may have seen (in the other D.III topic) that there's some kind of agreement between Bo and me about building an LVA Fok D.III whenever he had designed a new upper wing. So regard it as a pre-production run 

regards,
Ivo

Edit: Bo was just posting before me.

[Captain Slower]

Bo,

If I am correct, the wings would have a wire in the trailing edge.  Is there a notch or hole to feed these through?

[uncletony]

Bo,

If I am correct, the wings would have a wire in the trailing edge.  Is there a notch or hole to feed these through?

No, tolerances won't allow it. Instead the trailing edge is flat; the idea being to fold a piece of thin foil or even paper over the wire/mono to secure it to the end of the rib. Actually this mimics exactly the way the original was made if I am not mistaken.



However -- There are holes provided in the spars for the internal structural "X" rigging in the wings:

[uncletony]

http://shpws.me/LA2f

Designed to be finished with RB Productions generic honeycomb mesh (not the tailored pe parts)



prototype, shown finished with RB honeycomb mesh and scratch built filler tube stuff:

[stefanbuss]

Really beautiful, Bo. I guess the Radiator will be available via your shapeways shop?

S.

[uncletony]

Really beautiful, Bo. I guess the Radiator will be available via your shapeways shop?

S.

yes, here: http://shpws.me/LA2f

[uncletony]

http://shpws.me/LALF

I've combined the most popular Albatros D.V & D.Va bits into a single set. Save over $10 vs. buying separately.

[RAGIII]

Outstanding Bo!
RAGIII

[Des]

Great idea Bo, this should prove popular.

Des.

[xan]

what is the scale?

Hi Xan, sorry, should have specified -- these parts are 1:32 designed to work with the WNW kit.

[uncletony]

Just landed -- Fokker D.III Early, Mid & Late.



The model currently consists of 6 sets of parts, 4 of which are needed for a particular version. Each set is available in either the regular grade material (FUD) or the premium grade (FXD). (Parts shown in the photo are the regular grade.)

FUD or FXD -- How to choose?
If you are planning on covering the model with tissue paper (or something else), there is no point in paying extra for wings and fuselage. Accessory Set A also features several parts that will be covered in such a scenario, thus you really only have to decide whether to spend the extra on Accessory Set B. Otherwise, there is unquestionably a difference in quality, but the difference is not great and I have done my best to design the parts so that they are easy to clean up.

Note: Since this was originally posted, Shapeways has revised their pricing structure. Unfortunately these large models have increased substantially in cost as a result.

product	sku	link	price (regular/FUD)	price (premium/FXD)
1:32 Fokker D.III Early Fuselage	PZFLLT7NK	http://shpws.me/LzMy	$35.49	$59.99
1:32 Fokker D.III Mid/Late Fuselage	HAPC9MY68	http://shpws.me/LXAY	$50.99	$87.99
1:32 Fokker D.III Early/Mid (M19F) Wings	CDCF269Q4	http://shpws.me/LzMJ	$62.49	$97.49
1:32 Fokker D.III Late (M19K) Wings	25W7B6SNR	http://shpws.me/LXB9	$65.99	$101.49
1:32 Fokker D.III Accessories A*	7UBXWFZER	http://shpws.me/LzMs	$45.99	$68.49
1:32 Fokker D.III Accessories B3**	5XAVYJYAZ	https://www.shapeways.com/product/5XAVYJYAZ	$27.99	$36.99
1:32 Fokker D.III Accessories B4 & B5**	UPESLGAN9	https://www.shapeways.com/product/UPESLGAN9	$19.99	$26.99

*Accessory set A as shown has since been redesigned and includes a few more parts. See post below.

** Accessory set B has been broken into two skus to take best advantage of Shapewas new pricing system. See post near end of thread for pictures.

[GAJouette]

 Bo,
Absolutely breath taking my old friend. Could  this kite be covered with tissue like a balsa kit?
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette

[uncletony]

Could  this kite be covered with tissue like a balsa kit?

I don't see why not! My plan is to cover with tissue & then Aviattic linen decals for the semi-transparent CDL look

[Pgtaylorart]

I would like to experiment with my shrink wrap technique. Two questions; can I order just one wing to start with? And to your knowledge, will the XFD melt or warp with a bit of heat from a blow dryer?

Thanks,
George

Ok, I see that my first question is already addresses in another post...