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PRINTING & ASSEMBLING MANUALP R I N T I N G & A S S E M B L I N G M A N U A L
NOTE: Slicing only
works with CURA!
You can fi nd the STL data
at www.planeprint.com
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Printing the parts – Printing profiles
This manual is constantly being improved and supplemented, we recommend downloading
the latest version from our website before building.
For slicing all Planeprint
Important for the
models, these profiles have
1-wall-print (P3, P5)!
to be created in Cura:
In order to print airfoils of the lowest possi-
PROFILE P1_fullbody
PROFILE P2_hollowbody
PROFILE P3_surface
PROFILE P4_flex
PROFILE P5_gyroid
You can find the description at
www.planeprint.com/print
Here we show you how to make adjustments from a standard CURA profile.
For this model we need only 3 (P1, P4, P5), easy to create profiles.
ble weight with high stability, it is necessary to print with only one wall line (Nozzle 0.4
mm). Decisive here is the adhesion between
the layers! To achieve this, you must print at
a much higher temperature than normal. As
a guideline, 230° C is a good starting point.
The parts-cooling fan should be set to 0% or
a maximum of 20%. Since not every printer
works the same, it may be necessary to make
small adjustments to these settings.
For the new PROFILE P5_gyroid it is essential to use Cura Version 5 or later, It will work with
older versions, but the weight of the parts will be higher and the printing time longer.
It is essential for the necessary stability of the SHARD that the LW parts printed with
PROFILE_5 are as stable as possible. Please use a test part to check the strength by fracture
tests. It must not break along the layer lines under any circumstances! Also note that the printing
temperature for LW-PLA is as low as possible to obtain a wall thickness of 0.4 to 0.6 mm at a
flow of 65%. At too high temperatures, LW-PLA becomes brittle and breaks more easily.
The development of a complex, airworthy RC flight model to express on any standard 3D printer is
a very complex and extensive process. Therefore, we appeal to your fairness not to forward the STL
data you have acquired to third parties. Our STL files are provided with indelible copyright watermarks that can be verified at any time.
Thank you for your understanding and have fun with your PLANEPRINT MODEL!
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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY PLA or better Tough PLA
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
Cooling sheets_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, Weight: ~ 2 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Z Seam Alignment: User Specifi ed
• Z Seam Position: Back
• Built Plate Adhension Type: Brim
Interconnects_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 2 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY PLA or better Tough PLA
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
Motor tool_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, Weight: ~ 6 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Motormount 43mm_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, ~ 18 g
You can also print this part with ABS or PETG,
the more heat resistant the better.
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
In the optional parts folder you will fi nd a
variant with 48 mm hole spacing, if your
motor has a larger cross with it. In this variant,
the space for installation is very tight, possibly
something must be fi led off at the cross.
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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY PLA or better Tough PLA
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
Mount battery_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, Weight: ~ 8 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
• Print this part twice
Mount rc_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, ~ 9 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY PLA or better Tough PLA
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
Parts 1_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, Weight: ~ 16 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Parts 2_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, ~ 12 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY PLA or better Tough PLA
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
Parts 3_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, Weight: ~ 20 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Parts 4_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, ~ 5 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY PLA or better Tough PLA
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
Rim_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, Weight: ~ 5 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
• Print this part twice
Servo brackets_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, ~ 13 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P1_FULLBODY PLA or Tough PLA
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P1_FULLBODY.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
Spinner plate_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, ~ 6 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Wing protectors_p1_Shard.stl
MATERIAL PLA or PLA+, ~ 13 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P4_FLEX TPU A95 and VarioShore
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P4_FLEX.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
Tension belt VarioShore_p4_Shard.stl
Tension belt TPUA95_p4_Shard.stl
MATERIAL TPU ~ A95, Weight: ~ 2 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Infi ll Density 100 %
INFO: the tension belt made of VarioShore
LW-TPU is shorter because the material is
more elastic. We recommend the variant
made of VarioShore.
INFO Tension belt lenght
If you want to change them slightly
in length, you can simply change the
dimension of the X-axis in Cura (Uniform
scaling must NOT be selected).
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PROFILE P4_FLEX TPU A95 and VarioShore
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P4_FLEX.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
We recommend printing the tires with
the LW-TPU VarioShore to obtain super
light and soft wheels.
We print with 60% fl ow and 240°.
Tire back_p4_Shard.stl
MATERIAL TPU VarioShore, Weight: ~ 1 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Wall Line Count: 4
• Top Layers: 3
• Bottom Layers: 3
• Infi ll Density: 17 %
• Infi ll Pattern: Grid or Gyroid
Tire_p4_Shard.stl
MATERIAL TPU VarioShore, Weight: ~ 4 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Wall Line Count: 4
• Top Layers: 4
• Bottom Layers: 4
• Infi ll Density: 17 %
• Infi ll Pattern: Grid or Gyroid
• Print this part twice
View in cross-section printed with
Colorfabb VarioShore LW-TPU.
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PROFILE P4_FLEX TPU A95 and VarioShore
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P4_FLEX.
Please note the additional settings for the individual parts!
Hinges_p4_Shard.stl
MATERIAL TPU VarioShore, Weight: ~ 2 g
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Aileron 1 left_p5_Shard.stl
Aileron 1 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 13 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Aileron 2 left_p5_Shard.stl
Aileron 2 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 13 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Aileron 3 left_p5_Shard.stl
Aileron 3 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 10 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Canopy 1_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 17 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Canopy 2_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 17 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Canopy 3_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 24 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Elevator 1 left_p5_Shard.stl
Elevator 1 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 9 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Elevator 2 left_p5_Shard.stl
Elevator 2 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 8.4 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Fuselage 1_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 72 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
INFO: If you have problems with printing,
you can also fi nd this part in a split version
in the Optional parts folder.
Fuselage 2 left_p5_Shard.stl
Fuselage 2 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 47 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Fuselage 3_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 59 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
INFO: If you have problems with printing,
you can also fi nd this part in a split version
in the Optional parts folder.
Fuselage 4_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 60 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Fuselage 5_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 46 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Fuselage 6_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 12 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Gear Leg R+L_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 5.8 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Print this part twice
HS left_p5_Shard.stl
HS right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 18 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Rudder 1_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 14 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Rudder 2_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 15 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
SFG 1 R+L_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 3 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Print this part twice
SFG 2 R+L_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 3.5 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• Print this part twice
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Spinner_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 7 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• We recommend to print the spinner with
a little more material fl ow (80%)
INFO: On www.planenprint.com/shard
under Free tuning parts you will fi nd a
version for larger props.
VS_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 14 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Wheel Cap 1 left_p5_Shard.stl
Wheel Cap 1 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 5 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Wheel Cap 2 left_p5_Shard.stl
Wheel Cap 2 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 3.1 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Wing 1 left_p5_Shard.stl
Wing 1 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 65 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
• left: Z Seam Position: back right
• right: Z Seam Position: back left
Wing 1 part left_p5_Shard.stl
Wing 1 part right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 3.6 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
Light-Weight LW-PLA!
Wing 2 left_p5_Shard.stl
Wing 2 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 50 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
Wing 3 left_p5_Shard.stl
Wing 3 right_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 36 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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PROFILE P5_GYROID Light-Weight LW-PLA!
The following parts must be sliced with the PROFILE P5_GYROID. Please note the additional settings
for the individual parts! It is essential to print these parts with LW-PLA!
Basic settings for LW-PLA: Please follow the instructions in our WINGTEST AND CALIBRATION TOOL
on our website for correct adjustment!
X_p5_Shard.stl
MATERIAL LW-PLA, ~ 1.7 g*
*Weighed
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
None required
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Required accessoires
Filament
• normal PLA( or Tough PLA) about 135 grams
• LW-PLA 1000 grams (recommended)
• TPU (A95) about 10 grams
• LW-TPU Colorfabb VarioShore about 10 grams
(strongly recommended for tires, but it also works with normal TPU)
PRINTING TIME About 119 hours/5 days
Materials
• some tapping screws
(simply search for: M2 flat head tapping screw assortment)
• Grub screw Ø3mm, 4 pieces
• Metal screw 3*20mm with self-locking nut, 4 pieces
• Metal screw 3*37mm with 2 nuts, 2 pieces
• CA super glue (liquid and liquid medium)
• CA activator
• Carbon tube Ø8mm*1000mm (inside 6mm), 2 pieces
• Carbon rod Ø4*1000mm, 3 pieces*
• Steel wire Ø1mm*200mm
• Self-adhesive Velcro tape
• Velcro strap (2 pieces)
• Servo cable extension 100mm, 2 pieces
• Rod connection, 4 pieces
• Neodym-Super-Magnet 5x5x5mm, 4 pieces
• Pull/Pull Steel Wire Control Set 0.8mm, 2 pieces
• Metal rod clamp, 4 pieces
• some Hair gums
• some Cable ties
Rod connection
Metal screw 3*37mm
Pull/Pull Steel Wire Control Set
Tools
• Cutter knife
• small Philips screwdriver
• Drill Ø1.5mm, Ø2.5mm, Ø4mm
• needle-nose pliers
*Cut the 4mm rods into the following parts:
Rod 1: 3x 265, 1x 200
Rod 2: 1x 265, 2x 180, 1x 150, 1x 100, 2x 40, 1x 30
Rod 3: 1x 170, 3x 150, 1x 75, 1x 30
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RC Components
ENGINE PROPDRIVE V2 3548 900KV (HobbyKing) or comparable motors.
You can also use any other motor that fi ts a 14x7 propeller!
NOTE Tthis motorization is very powerful and optimized for
3d maneuvers. The Shard is not full throttle safe with it. Always be
careful, it is up to your discretion and the quality of your printing
and assembly as to what stresses the aircraft can withstand.
PROP 14x6 or 14x7, we recommend wooden propellers
BEC-CONTROLLER 80 A (must fi t the engine!)
RECEIVER 5 Channel
BATTERY 4S Lipo, 3200 – 3500 MaH
(The battery should have a weight of 340 to 390 grams)
SERVOS 4 pieces like Corona 939MG, Corona 929MG or comparable
The servos should necessarily have metal gears
and a torque of at least 2 to 4 Kg/cm!
The speed should be at least 0.15 sec/60° or faster.
Pay attention to the position
of the motor shaft
Dimensions:
max. 30 mm max. 15 mm
max. 30 mm
43 mm
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PLA+LW-PLA TPU CARBON
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Basic Information:
Gluing together the parts printed with PROFILE P5
STEP 1 As a fi rst step, it is important to roughen and smooth the adhesive surfaces with sandpaper.
STEP 2 Insert the interconnects into the slots provided on one side.
STEP 3 Apply a lot of glue to the side with the interconnects. It is important that there is glue everywhere,
especially on the outside and inside of the wall surfaces, in order to achieve a perfect connection.
The interconnects only serve to align the parts to each other. It is better not to apply glue here,
otherwise it can happen that the glue suddenly hardens while the parts are being put together and
stops the process.
Use medium viscosity CA glue, thinner glue would run down the parts too easily.
After assembly, align the two parts exactly and wipe off the excess CA glue from the surface
with a cloth. Now spray with activator spray along the gluing surface and carefully press the parts
together.
STEP 4 Clean the glued areas slightly with a sharp-bladed cutter.
Installing the hinges – rudder/elevator/ailerons
Spacer
Slots
First put the TPU hinges into the wing and put the aileron onto the hinges.
Then fold the aileron a little to the side and put a drop of thin liquid on each
hinge! CA glue. Wait until the glue has completely coagulated (due to capillary
action) into the slots of the hinges and straighten the aileron again. Push it all the
way to the wing, printed spacers provide the correct distance. Now spray some
activator spray on each hinge to cure the CA glue. Repeat on the other side of
the hinges.
Do not use too much glue and test if each hinge holds well.
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Wing assembly
medium liquid
Wing protectors_p1_Shard.stl
Wing 3 left_p5_Shard.stl
The carbon rods must be glued
in at right angles to the side
force generator.
Wing 2 left_p5_Shard.stl
SFG 1 R+L_p5_Shard.stl
Carbon rods
Ø4mm*40mm
SFG 2 R+L_p5_Shard.stl
Use the carbon tubes to
align the parts exactly,
but make sure that no
glue gets on the tubes!
Wing 1 left_p5_Shard.stl
Interconnects_p1_Shard.stl
Wing 1 part left_p5_Shard.stl
Wing protectors_p1_Shard.stl
Carbon tubes
Ø8mm*1000mm
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Wing assembly
Attach the Side Force Generator to
the wing and tighten the screws just
enough to hold it in place.
Glue the three sleeves into the wing so
that they are fl ush on the surface.
Servo brackets_p1_Shard.stl
Servo brackets_p1_Shard.stl
The sleeve for the tension belt
must be aligned as shown here
so that the belt can be secured
with a screw.
Servo aileron
Mount the servos as shown
in the picture.
Servo brackets_p1_Shard.stl
Parts 4_p1_Shard.stl
Rod connections
Steel wire Ø1mm
or Carbon rod Ø2mm
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Fuselage assembly
medium liquid
Start with the part Fuselage 2
IMPORTANT Before the fuselage can be
mounted, the reinforcement for the main
landing gear must be glued in place!
Put the parts together with the
carbon rods as shown in the picture
and fi x the short carbon tubes and
the PLA part in the fuselage at a
few points with medium CA glue
(only so little that you can remove
the four long carbon rods). Now
apply thin CA glue along the short
carbon rods and the PLA part in the
fuselage.
Interconnects_p1_Shard.stl
Fuselage 2 right_p5_Shard.stl
Fuselage 2 left_p5_Shard.stl
Make sure that these parts are
glued to the fuselage over a large
area, this is very important for the
stability of the main landing gear.
Put the carbon rods back into the
fuselage and glue the PLA parts to
the outside of the fuselage.
Make sure that no glue gets
on the carbon rods, these
must be removed again!
Carbon rods
Ø4mm*265mm
Carbon rods
Ø4mm*180mm
Parts 1_p1_Shard.stl
Parts 3_p1_Shard.stl
Parts 1_p1_Shard.stl
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Fuselage assembly
medium liquid
Assemble the parts as shown in the picture. The
motor mount must be exactly fl ush with the fuselage
at the front. Then run thin CA glue over the entire
surface of the motor mount and the carbon rods.
This glue connection is very important so that
the motor is well fi xed!
Fuselage 1_p5_Shard.stl
Motormount 43mm_p1_Shard.stl
The beveled
side is in front!
Fuselage 1_p5_Shard.stl
Now the parts fuselage 1 to
fuselage 5 can be mounted.
Carbon rods
Ø4mm*150mm
Fuselage 1_p5_Shard.stl
Fuselage 2_p5_Shard.stl
Interconnects_p1_Shard.stl
Fuselage 3_p5_Shard.stl
Fuselage 4_p5_Shard.stl
Fuselage 5_p5_Shard.stl
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Elevator assembly
When gluing the connecting part, make sure that the
elevators are aligned exactly parallel! Stick the control horn
on at the end and push it all the way to the front.
Elevator 2 left_p5_Shard.stl
Elevator 2 right_p5_Shard.stl
Elevator 1 right_p5_Shard.stl
Interconnects_p1_Shard.stl
Elevator 1 left_p5_Shard.stl
IMPORTANT Before the elevator is moun-
ted, the steel wire control must be attached
as shown in the picture. Use pliers to press
the aluminum sleeves tight.
Tailplane assembly
Glue all parts, including
the carbon rods.
VS_p5_Shard.stl
Parts 2_p1_Shard.stl
Hinges_p4_Shard.stl
Fuselage 6_p5_Shard.stl
Carbon rod Ø4mm*100mm
Carbon rod Ø4mm*200mm
HS left_p5_Shard.stl
Parts 2_p1_Shard.stl
Finally, glue the hinges as described on page 31.
These three hinges are wider!
Rudder 2_p5_Shard.stl
HS right_p5_Shard.stl
Rudder 1_p5_Shard.stl
Parts 2_p1_Shard.stl
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Pull-pull Rudder and Elevator linkage
Insert the rope guides into the holes
of fuselage 6 and glue them in place.
Install the steel wire control as shown
in the picture. Use pliers to press the
aluminum sleeves tight.
Make sure that there
is still free thread left
for retensioning!
Parts 2_p1_Shard.stl
Mount the control horn for the servos and glue
the servo brackets in the fuselage as shown in the picture.
The ropes for the rudder should be crossed.
Make sure that the ropes are taut and hang the rod clamps
in the second hole from the inside.
Servo brackets_p1_Shard.stl
Servo brackets_p1_Shard.stl
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Gear assembly
Carbon rods
Ø4mm*265mm
Rim_p1_Shard.stl
Tire_p4_Shard.stl
Gear Leg R+L_p5_Shard.stl
Do not glue this part!
Glue the PLA part into
the fuselage, then insert
the landing gear and
screw four grub screws
to fi x the carbon rods.
You may have to drill the
screw holes to 2.5 mm.
Wheel Cap 1 right_p5_Shard.stl
Wheel Cap 2 right_p5_Shard.stl
Glue the carbon rods
well into the PLA part.
Parts 1_p1_Shard.stl
Metal screw 3*37mm with 2 nuts
IMPORTANT Check
these screws more often
for tightness!
Grub screws Ø3mm
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Gear assembly
Parts 2_p1_Shard.stl
~50 mm/1.9 inch
Hair gums
Steel wire Ø1mm
Tire back_p4_Shard.stl
Bend the steel wire with needle nose pliers into a U-shape as shown in the picture, so that it can be put
through the PLA part. Then bend the two ends about 45° down and the ends about 5 mm pointed. Make
sure that the two wires are aligned exactly in the direction of fl ight and put the wheel mount on top and
pour thin CA glue into the holes. Mount the tire with a piece of steel wire and apply a drop of medium CA
glue to the outside of each tire. Make sure that no glue gets inside the tire!
Screw the gear tightly enough to the PLA part in fuselage 6 so that it can still be moved and connect the
control horns with two hair gums.
Controller assembly
Mount rc_p1_Shard.stl
Mount battery_p1_Shard.stl
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Wing fastening
Glue the PLA parts to the fuselage as
shown in the picture, as well as the X in
the marks in the fuselage.
Tension the wings to the fuselage with
the VarioShore/TPU Tension belts.
Make sure that the carbon tubes and
tube are not glued!
Attach the receiver
here with a velcro tape
X_p5_Shard.stl
Carbon rod
Ø4mm*170mm
Place the PLA discs on the carbon tube and apply
just a drop of medium CA glue to the edge to fi x
it to the fuselage. remove the carbon tube and
glue the disc well in place with thin CA glue.
Mount rc_p1_Shard.stl
Parts 3_p1_Shard.stl
Parts 4_p1_Shard.stl
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Motor mounting
Tape the four motor mounts fi rmly into the
recesses in the fuselage. Screw the metal motor
cross to the motor and the motor mount ring,
then screw it to the fuselage.
It is advantageous to assemble the motor
cross before gluing it in place, or you
can use the motor tool to insert
the nuts.
Metal screws 3*20mm with stop nuts
Spinner plate_p1_Shard.stl
Spinner_p5_Shard.stl
For the spinner, add some thin
CA glue to the screw hole area
before assembly and cure with
activator spray.
SAFETY FIRST Use appropriate screws for
motor mounting to ensure safe operation! Make
sure the prop runs smoothly and does not generate vibrations. Check regularly that the motor
mounting is absolutely tight!
The cooling sheets are absolutely essential
for engine cooling. The fuselage contains
recesses that show the exact position.
You should only glue them in after the
motor has been installed.
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Canopy assembly
Carbon rod
Ø4mm*75mm
Canopy 1_p5_Shard.stl
Canopy 3_p5_Shard.stl
Canopy 2_p5_Shard.stl
Carbons rods Ø4mm*30mm,
2 pieces
Super-Magnets – the counterpart is glued
into the fuselage (ensure correct alignment!)
Parts 4_p1_Shard.stl
Grub screw Ø3mm
Decals
In your download you will fi nd a folder with templates for decals in various vector formats (in original size)
as well as various suggestions for coloring.
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Center of Gravity (CG)
There are two CG markings on the wing. The front one is 100 mm from the leading edge and is recommended
for maiden flight. The rear one is 10 mm further back and is optimal for aerobatics. Where the CG is actually
located on your SHARD depends on your personal preferences.
100 mm/3.9 inch
110 mm/4.3 inch
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Setting the servo travel
These basic settings are only a recommendation and can be changed according to your own preferences.
Flight phase normal 3D acro
ELEVATOR up/down 25 mm up: 40 mm, down: 40 mm
AILERON up/down 40 mm up: 60 mm, down: 60 mm
RUDDER left/right: 60 mm left/right: maximum
Expo setting
Flight phase normal 3D acro
ELEVATOR 60 % 60 %
AILERON 40 % 50 %
RUDDER 30 % 40 %
Technical specifi cations
WINGSPAN 1300 mm/51.2 inches
LENGHT 1300 mm/51.2 inches
FLIGHT WEIGHT 2.100 grams
(for some remote
controls a minus
has to be in front
of the number)
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Control Direction Test
Turn on the transmitter and connect the battery.
When checking the control directions, look at the aircraft from behind.
Elevator up
Elevator down
Aileron left
Aileron right
Rudder left
Rudder right
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AGE RECOMMENDATION 14+
NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS.
THIS IS NOT A TOY!
By using the download data, an RC model airplane, called
„model“ for short, can be manufactured using a 3D printer.
As a user of this model, only you are responsible for safe
operation that does not endanger you or others, or that
does not damage the model or property of others.
PLANEPRINT.com assumes no responsibility for damage to
persons and property caused by pressure, transport or use
of the product. Filaments, printing supplies, hardware or
consumables that can not be used after faulty 3D printing
will not be replaced by PLANEPRINT.com in any way.
When operating, always keep a safe distance from your
model in all directions to avoid collisions and injuries.
This model is controlled by a radio signal. Radio signals can
be disturbed from outside without being able to influence
it. Interference can lead to a temporary loss of control.
Always operate your model on open terrains, far from cars,
traffic and people.
Always follow the instructions and warnings for this product
and any optional accessories (servos, receivers, motors,
propellers, chargers, rechargeable batteries, etc.) carefully.
Avoid water contact with all components that are not specially designed and protected. Moisture damages the electronics.
Never take an item of the model or accessory in your mouth
as this can lead to severe injuries or even death.
Never operate your model with low batteries in the transmitter or model.
Always keep the model in view and under control.
Use only fully charged batteries.
Always keep the transmitter switched on when the model
is switched on.
Always remove the battery before disassembling the model.
Keep moving parts clean and dry at all times.
Always allow the parts to cool before touching them.
Always remove the battery after use.
Make sure that the Failsafe is properly set before the flight.
Keep all chemicals, small parts and electrical components
out of the reach of children.
We develop our models to the best of our knowledge and belief.
We accept no liability for consequential damage and injuries
caused by improper use or incorrectly printed parts. Please be
careful when handling motors, batteries and propellers and
only move your model with insurance and in approved places!
Never operate the model with damaged wiring.
Never touch moving parts.
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