Knight armor mask for child (5 years and +)
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Here is a simple knight armor mask that I quickly designed for my 5-year-old son. It will also work for older children, as it is held by an elastic band.
The print settings are adjusted for ultra-fast and somewhat crude printing, which reinforces the "old medieval armor" look. I printed each plate in "ludicrous" mode up to about 50%, then switched to "sport" mode (I think it would have held up, but I needed to be sure to finish the print within the allotted time).
Please note:
- The raft might be set a bit strong (should it be lowered to 2 layers?), especially if printing at normal speed. A blade is needed to detach it cleanly.
- The overhangs are not clean; you will need to use a small blade or a file. Personally, this doesn't bother me, always in the spirit of a medieval mask (thus a non-"laser" finish), but if you want them perfect, you should add tree supports, for example.
- If you want something a bit cleaner, you can position the seam differently on Object_1_A
The mask is in two parts, joined by tenons. It is better to glue the two parts, as the tenons will probably not hold over time. I applied a line of cyanoacrylate to the back along the joint line once the two pieces were assembled, on which I sprinkled sodium bicarbonate. The bond is instantaneous, forming a very strong resin. Fusion with a soldering iron would also work, but would be longer.
If you have a large printer, you can print it in a single piece (use the freecad file and export it as 3MF or STL then print).
I quickly painted it with an acrylic marker to give it an armor look, then I added an elastic band to hold it, notches are provided for this.
=> I also recommend placing two pieces of foam inside (forehead and chin) for better support, more comfort, and safety in case of a fall, otherwise your nose might take the hit! Use at your own risk; I disclaim all responsibility for this mission, apprentice knights.
Hopefully this little file brings a lot of smiles!








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