Introduction: 3D Printable Chess Board

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This print is a fun way to assemble the board and play it at the same time! Credit to ZDP189 for the "Chess Pieces" file, listed under the CCBYSA 3.0 license.

Supplies

Materials required for completion:

  • At least 350g filament (if available, 150g brown, 100g black, 100g white)
  • Superglue or any other plastics glue
  • Plastic primer

Step 1: Print Files "Chess Board" and "Chess Board 2" With 20% Infill and 0.2mm Layer Height

Both prints have a combined time of approximately 33 hours on the Ender 3 50mm/s. Ensure no pieces are lost in the process.

Step 2: If Using One Color, Paint the Printed Parts

If the printer being used only supports single filament printing, paint the remaining parts the required color.

Step 3: Superglue Each Tile Onto the Base

using superglue, add 1 drop to the bottom of every chess checkerboard piece. Ensure all pieces are tightly fit.

Step 4: Print File "Chess Board 3" With 20% Infill and 0.2mm Layer Height

The printing time for this print is approximately 9 hours on an Ender 3 50mm/s. Print this file twice, one for each color. Ensure no pieces are left in the process,

Step 5: Set Up the Chess Board to Play

After assembling the chess board, it is ready for first use.

Step 6: Congratulations!

The chess board is assembled and ready to be used. Under normal circumstances, it should last for years of regular use. to ensure longevity of prints, seal all parts with a coat or two with plastic primer.

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