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Surviving James Boat Set

Bring the high seas to your 3D printer with the incredibly detailed Surviving James Boat Set! This premium STL set offers stunning surface detail, making it ideal for large-scale decoration or realistic tabletop terrain.

We highly recommend Resin (SLA) printing to capture every fine feature, though the models are robust enough to be scaled and printed on a Filament (FDM) machine, depending on your desired size and resolution.

The files are provided clean and without preset supports or hollowing, giving you complete control to perfectly match the preparation to your specific printer, resin, and final scale.

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Recommended Settings

Assembly & Installation

Changelog

Recommended Settings

⚙️ Recommended Print Settings

Since this set is highly versatile, settings are provided for both popular printing methods.

SLA/Resin Settings (Recommended for Detail)

Material: Standard UV Resin (Grey, White, or clear specialty resins).
Layer Height: 0.05 mm or finer (0.02mm) for the best results and capturing small details.
Print Preparation (CRITICAL): These files require user-defined hollowing, supports, and drainage holes tailored to your printer and resin.
Post-Processing: Ensure the print is fully washed and cured before proceeding to the sealing step.

FDM/Filament Settings (Alternative for Larger Scale)

Material: ABS or PETG. ABS is generally easier for detail; PETG offers more durability.
Layer Height: 0.12 mm – 0.2 mm. Use lower layers for better boat hull curvature.
Infill Density: 0%. A low infill is usually sufficient for a floating decorative model.
Supports: Required for overhangs and underneath the main boat hull/deck details. Use Tree Supports if possible.

Important: Always thoroughly clean your final print before placing it in an aquarium. Avoid using metal-filled or abrasive filaments. For long-term use, ensure your chosen material is chemically stable in water.

Assembly & Installation

🛠️ Preparation & Post-Processing Steps

Successful printing and safe use require specific preparation steps tailored to the printing method.

Slicer Preparation (Resin Only): Before slicing, you must use your slicer software (e.g., Lychee, Chitubox) to:
- Hollow the model to save resin and so the decor floats.
- Add supports based on your printer’s specifications.
- Apply a drainage hole to allow uncured resin to escape.
Support Removal: After washing, carefully remove the supports and perform your standard initial curing.
Sealing Drainage Holes (Resin Only): To protect the model and finish the piece, the drainage hole MUST be sealed before final curing. Use a small dab of liquid UV resin and cure it instantly with a UV light/pen to plug the hole.
Final Assembly: Use standard super glue or modeling adhesive to join JAMES and any separate boat components (e.g., fishing rod, fish).

📦 Required External Tools

Liquid UV Resin: Required to seal the drainage holes after cleaning (Resin Prints only).
Small UV Light/Pen: Required to quickly cure the resin used to seal the holes (Resin Prints only).
Standard Super Glue or Modeling Adhesive (for final assembly).

Changelog

📝 Changelog

Keeping our designs current and addressing user feedback is a priority. This tab will track all official updates to the STL files found in this download.

Version V1.0

Date: 11/26/2025
Notes: Initial Release. Clean STL files provided. Suitable for both FDM and Resin printing, requiring the user to perform hollowing and support setup.

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