Just yesterday, I saw a friend of mine, Dean Eyre on Facebook asking for some assistance to light up one of his models. It was a very simple request where 5 red LEDs needs to “glow up” once power is applied to it. At that time, the only clue was his posted image below:
ORIGIN OF THE 3D BLASTER
The challenge lies in creating a bespoke circuit board that fits into the cavity. Because of the shape in the photo, I was not very confident in tracing it out even though there was a ruler for reference. And so, I decided to look for a clearer image on the Internet. Long story short, that clip was from a 3D Blade Runner Blaster as designed by AndersFP.
THE CIRCUIT BOARD
Once I got the .stl files downloaded, I needed software to view and measure the 3D object. I searched and downloaded the stl extensions for Sketchup Make 2017 (obsolete) which then allows me to import the .stl file. This was my only solution as I still have not learned any 3D software. From there, through some (laughable) rudimentary methods, I was able to get the measurements I needed, more or less.
The Circuit will be using an 8-pin PIC12F629 and for this case, only two out of 6 ports will be utilised. I created this board because of Dean’s desired lighting effect although Duplex Designs has already created the lighting kit but for standard effects.
FILES FOR DOWNLOADING
I have provided the links to get the 3D Files and also where to get the normal lighting kit. I am still thinking about releasing my own free version for downloading as I have not asked AndersFR or Duplex Designs for their permission as I could be potentially robbing them of their business. Not only that, even if I did, you’d still need to get a PIC programmer and software to upload the program into the chip. Plus, you’d still need to solder your own board, even after getting them from JLCPCB (if possible due to this being a weapon). So much to think about and I am so lazy today, of all Sundays…
Where to get what:
Sketchup Make 2017 Extension to import STL files into SketchUp format
AndersFP (Anders Fogde Pedersen) PKD-2019 Blaster Download File
Duplex Designs Lighting Kit for AndersFP PKD-2019
Duplex Designs’s Upgrade Parts for AndersFP PKD-2019
20250117: The Completed PKD Lighting System is now on Sale
