Assassin's Creed Hidden Blade

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FEEL FREE TO EDIT THESE FILES AS YOU SEE FIT. I have seen many versions of a "functional" Hidden Blade from Assassin's Creed, and while most have some unique qualities, all are just like toys. Plastic, brittle, floppy and most of the time would break or not function at all. I wanted to change this. So, I designed my own version that offers tighter tolerances, minimal finish work, and the use of actual springs, NOT rubber bands. My version can be directly loaded into a CNC machine for a fully metal version. I am still working on the g-code, but will post them when I am finished. The metal version utilizes 7075-T6 Aluminum, 954 Bronze, and S30V Stainless Steel, but for now, I will be using ABS and Carbon Fiber as my medium. I will post instructions, with part numbers, for all of the components that you will need to build this at home. Having the files and seeing a video of it working isn't enough. The instructions will be in full color detail with step by step instructions. I have designed three different versions for your printing pleasure; an Assassin's Version, a Templar's Version, and a plain version. The ONLY difference between the three is the Top Gear Cover, everything else is the exact same.UPDATE Please, remember that this is actually designed for metal not plastic, but I adapted it for 3D printing purposes. The Custom Spring has been deleted from the Bill of Materials. There is now a substitute spring that is readily available. Listed with Bullet and asterisk. UPDATE 12/20/15 The Gear Pull Idle Ring has been deleted and the Gear Cover files have been changed slightly, to use the additional extension springs that come from McMaster-Carr. I have uploaded a short PDF pictorial that shows step by step, in order, of how the assembly is put together. UPDATE 01/14/2016 The majority of the files have been replace with the finished CNC files, which only have subtle differences for easier machining. These files, although designed for machining, are still easily printed. Pictures and video coming soon. UPDATE 02/29/2016 I have decided to share the original files, that way if anyone feels up to it, they can edit, change, whatever. Because of the size of the files I haven't posted them to Thingiverse. Instead here is the link to Google Drive where the files are located. https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B7nqY4k2Q1_PUk1zdEY4d2hRMWs&usp=sharing Good luck. \m/ IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE ASK THEM. Print Settings Printer: MakerFront i3Pro Rafts: Doesn't Matter Supports: Doesn't Matter Notes: For many of the parts, the print settings will be the same, but I will still cover each part. You will need to print: (1) Main Housing (1) Cover Plate (1) Blade (2) Slide Locks-one of which is mirrored (1) Gear Base (1) Gear Ring (1) Slide (1) Slide Stop (1) Gear Pull (2) Gear Locks (2) Flappers(DELETED Gear Pull Idle Ring) (1) Gear Cover-Of your choice Post-Printing Download Assembly Instructions Available in PDF format. UPDATE 12/20/15 Assembly Instruction Pictorial is now avaiable. Tools and Parts Required Tools Required Work Bench. (Just makes things easier because the springs are tiny, and easily lost.) Small Needle Nose Pliers. Small Diagonal Cutters. Emery Cloth. (Fine and Very Fine) Krazy Glue. (NOT THE GEL KIND) Small Phillips Screwdriver. Cordless Drill. Drill Index. PCB Drill bits 0.3mm-1.2mm (Avaiable on eBay for around $5.00.) Champion Chain Lube. (It is safe for plastics and is available at Wal-Mart for $4.94.) Parts Required One Medium/Large Paperclip. (Depending on the size hole you actually drill into Slide Lock). Precision Stainless Steel Extension Spring, 1.0" Length, .188" OD, .022" Wire Diameter: Part Number: 9433K38: (These come in a pack of three for $4.77 from McMaster-Carr). 302 Stainless Steel Precision Compression Spring, .250" Length, .12" OD, .016" Wire: Part Number: 9435K11: (These come in a pack of five for $5.02 from McMaster-Carr). Steel Compression Spring * Zinc-Plated Music Wire,.250" Long,.125" OD,.016" Wire Diameter: Part Number: 9657K257: (These come in a pack of 12 for $6.52 from McMaster-Carr). Machine Screws: ---2 Bags of Blue Hawk 6-Count #6- 32 x 1/2-in Round-Head Brass Slotted-Drive Standard (SAE) Machine Screws: Item #: 64329 | Model #: 605218 (These are available at Lowe's for $1.24 each.) ---1 Bag of The Hillman Group 6-Count #6-32 x 3/8-in Round-Head Brass Slotted-Drive Standard (SAE) Machine Screws: Item #: 64237 | Model #: 490509 (These are available at Lowe's for $1.24 each.) Ring: A Metal Ring that fits your finger and you can drill a 1/16" hole in. Picture Hanging Cable: This will attach to the ring you wear and the Gear Pull. Part Number: OOK 55074 Picture Hanging Kit, Assorted (This is available at Wal-Mart for $4.49.) Heat Shrink Tubing: Can be found at Lowe's: Sizes differ according to thickness of cable braid. Uses the smallest size that will fit, and not slide after shrinking. Nylon Strapping: Available at Wal-Mart for $5.44 Parachute Buckles: Available at Wal-Mart for $3.49 Component Print Settings MAIN HOUSING: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: Everywhere, with a 35% support grid. (Yes, more filament, but better results.) Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm COVER PLATE: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: No support needed Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm BLADE: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: No support needed Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm SLIDE LOCK: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: No support needed if printed vertically. Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm GEAR BASE: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: Everywhere, with a 35% support grid. (Yes, more filament, but better results.) Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm GEAR RING: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: No support needed Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm SLIDE: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: No support needed Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm SLIDE STOP: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: No support needed Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm GEAR PULL: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: No support needed Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm GEAR LOCKS: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: No support needed Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm FLAPPER: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: No support needed Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm GEAR COVER PLAIN: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: No support needed Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm GEAR COVER ASSASSINS & TEMPLARS: Layer Height: 0.1mm Shell Thickness: 0.8mm Fill Density: 100% (This uses more filament, but is better for finishing.) Print Speed: 80mm/s Printing Temp: 230 C Bed Temp: 110 C Support: Everywhere, with a 35% support grid. (Yes, more filament, but better results.) Platform: Raft Filament: 1.75mm Nozzle Size: 0.4mm