We are thrilled to present the "The Lobster Toy Creation Kit," a unique creation born from the collaboration between Creality Cloud and Zuperbuu

Zuperbuu

The inspiration behind this exclusive model came from my fascination with the sea and the almost mechanical nature of these animals. Created exclusively for Creality Cloud, this lobster toy combines the cutting-edge technology of 3D printing with my passion for crafting replicas of both living and extinct creatures. I had also crafted a semi-realistic crab previously and thought a Lobster would be a great addition to my collection.

By designing this model for Creality Cloud, I aimed to offer a unique piece enthusiasts could enjoy printing and interacting with, whilst also bringing a touch of the ocean into their homes!🦞

Supports & Assembly Information

This model is primarily print-in-place, but to ensure the model fits on most hotbed sizes and prints at its best, the claws and whiskers have been separated.

Please see the provided graphic cards for assembly and support instructions.

For those unable to see the images, text is available:

Assembling the Model

When connecting the socket joints of the claws to the ball joints of the body, they should fit snugly together with a firm push. if resistance is met, checking for and removing debris is crucial for a clean fit. In cases where the joints remain tight, a rinse with hot water can make them more pliable.For stiff pincers, a careful inspection for obstructions followed by wire cutters or thin pliers can effectively clear out unwanted filament hairs, ensuring smooth movement.

The whiskers must be glued to remain in place.

Supports for the Model

For the whiskers, it's crucial to use supports to prevent drooping or warping. For best results, enable the "touching buildplate only" option and allow the software to automatically generate the necessary supports.

However, for ball joints on the front of the lobster, manually painting supports is advisable to ensure they only cover the essential overhangs, particularly those at 30-degree angles.

This helps maintain the integrity of the model without generating unnecessary support material.

Supports are not required on any other parts of the model. Supports are already painted and assigned in the 3MF files.

Other Print Settings

Brims are not required if using glue on a clean smooth plate, however, if you are using a textured PEI plate and find you are struggling with adhesion, turning brims on should help.

For best results, print using 15% infill density. I would not recommend printing the model below 10% infill density, as it will weaken the joints.

0.16mm layer height is recommended. However, you can print this model at 0.20mm and it will retain a lot of the details, I just advise 0.16mm for model strength.

Two wall loops are recommended. Using three or more may cause joints to fuse, and only using one may cause a weak shell.

At these settings, print time on my Bambulab X1C is 4 hours for the lobster body, and 2 hours for the claws and whiskers.

[EXCLUSIVE] The Lobster Toy Creation Kit

0.16mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

0.2mm layer, 3 walls, 10 infill

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill