Système solaire Outil de modelage de l'argile Gabarit Jauge Pied à Coulisse

BUILD THE SOLAR SYSTEM TO SCALE IN MODELLING CLAY WITH YOUR OWN HANDS WITH THE HELP OF THIS TOOL!

Use this template-gauge-caliper to make the planets of the solar system and some moons to scale 1:1'188'500'000 with modelling clay, air-drying clay, Play Doh, Pongo, Fimo, DAS and other modelling pastes clay.

Play with different colours, mix them and create effects on surfaces.
Make sure you achieve the correct diameter and you're done!

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Model details:

Contents: caliper for all planets of the Solar System + Pluto + 7 major moons (Moon included)

Model scale: 1 : 1'188'500'000 ensuring accurate representation without excessive material usage.

Data source for the model: NASA's Planetary Fact Sheet

Size: 110 x 175 X 2 mm (4,330 x 6,889 x 0.0787 inches)

Extras included: data sheet in PDF and editable Excell version with actual size and scale data of all model elements with data in mm and inches regarding diameter and distance from the Sun with the possibility of calculating customisable distance scales (already present data with suggested scale) by changing the value in the 'distance scale' field.

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Details

Containing a caliper-guage tool to create and measure the dimensions of the main celestial bodies and some major moons in scale as STL file this model makes it possible to realise to scale:

● Mercury
● Venus
● Earth (1.07 cm, 0.42 inch ∅ diameter)
➥ Moon
● Mars
● Jupiter (largest object, 12.03 cm, 4.73 inch ∅ diameter)
➥ Ganymede
➥ Callisto
➥ Europa
➥ Io
● Saturn
➥ Titan
● Uranus
● Neptune
➥Triton
● Pluto (smallest object, 0.2 cm, 0.078 inch ∅ diameter)

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How to use it

Is it difficult to obtain precise spheres with the correct dimensions and make the planets and moons of the solar system to scale with modelling clay?
With this measuring gauge tool you have a reference for creating spheres with the right diameter using the material of your choice.

With this "Swiss cheese slice" gauge you can make your own solar system with the material of your choice and check whether the dimensions are correct in order to make it to scale.

Add material and make the piece spherical until the dimensions match those indicated for the planet or moon you are creating. If the sphere you have obtained does not match, add or remove material in order to obtain the right size.

You can use your favourite modelling clay (PONGO, Play Doh, DAS, FIMO etc) and indulge in colours to create marbled effects that reflect the surface or atmosphere of the planet.

The structure and dimensions of the gauge make it durable, easy to hold and use.
On the gauge there are inscriptions in bas-relief indicating for each shape the matching planet or moon.

In one piece you have the entire solar system to scale!

In the picture above: Realisation of the planet Earth to scale with the template. The realised sphere matches the gauges perfectly, a perfect scale planet Earth has been realised!

In the image above: Realisation of the planet Neptune to scale with the template.

You can also use the gauge as a reference to find objects of the right size to create the various planets and moons such as plastic balls, polystyrene etc.

⚠️Important: Some modelling pastes may shrink and lose volume with time or baking (e.g. FIMO); this may slightly affect the scale of the objects, but only minimally.
Prefer the use of modelling pastes that do not shrink or deform with drying.

If the model has to be washed after use, preferably dry clean or with a slightly damp cloth.

Please read the entire description here carefully and read the READ ME FILE enclosed with the able material for details on use and details.

THAT BY ING THE MODEL YOU WILL STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ANY UPDATES OR ADDITIONS TO THE MODEL THAT YOU CAN RE- FOR FREE!

PLEASE, IF YOU THE MODEL, PUT A RATING, LEAVE A COMMENT OR ON THE MODEL FOR FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS!

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More information, tips and tricks for making the model

For more information, details and tips on colouring the pieces, how to use or arrange them, visit my website page:
https://elektrooon.wordpress.com/solar-system/

If you prefer to directly 3D print all the spheres......

I recommend you take a look at this model on Cults3D with all the STL files needed to create all the parts directly by 3D printing them for the complete scale model of the solar system in "skewer" version here:

https://cults3d.emulatorsite.com/en/3d-model/various/model-in-scale-of-the-solar-system-on-a-skewer

Image of the "Solar system in skewer version" made entirely by 3D printing with the same dimensions obtainable from the gauge proposed here:

If you plan to use the model for educational purposes, please share your experience and activities with a comment, or if you need details or advice ask me, I will be happy to propose and advise you!

Couches: 0,15 mm (min 4 couches pour le dessus et le dessous)

*Remplissage : * 15 %

Modèle de remplissage: grille (renforce la structure et la rend résistante à la flexion)

Plaque: lisse

**Matériau : PLA, ABS, etc.

s et rebords: Pas de s ni de rebords

Reage: oui, toutes les surfaces supérieures (donne un effet lisse et dissimule les lignes d'impression)

⚠️NOTE : Imprimez à vitesse réduite pour obtenir un meilleur résultat. Selon les paramètres d'impression, le lettrage peut être moins bien exécuté.

Matériau PLA estimé à utiliser: 17 grammes

Temps d'impression estimé: 1 h 30 min

Le modèle présenté dans les images a été imprimé avec du PLA blanc, imprimante Bambulab P1S, plaque lisse - plaque PLA.