STL Files - XL Sized Pinball Machine

I printed the XL version after the Kickstarter campaign. It took about four days using two printers, with no overnight printing. Everything fits together beautifully, and I really love the flipper mechanism.

The biggest issue is that no matter how tightly you screw the playfield obstacles into the pegboard, they gradually loosen as the steel ball repeatedly hits them during play. Some of the plastic screws can even snap off, leaving a broken stub in the playfield that must be unscrewed and replaced.

The other problem is that, despite being the XL version, the playfield still feels too cramped. Most of the parts require a decent amount of spacing, so you are fairly limited in how many pieces you can use when setting up a game.

Ultimately, I think a steel ball smaller than 19mm would have been a better choice. The 19mm ball definitely gives it the weight and feel of a real pinball machine, but it also acts like a wrecking ball against the plastic screws and requires considerably more room to move between obstacles.

Best (and longest) project I've 3D Printed to date. Well worth the wait! Being a pinball lover, I couldn't wait for this to go live. Right now I'm printing new gizmos for the playfield as I type. The main unit is super easy to put together (those threaded screws are amazing), however, it could use instructions on some of the add-on gadgets, especially the ones that the fantastic community are producing. Now we need lights, sound and a better score system.

Ok where do I start? As a beginner 3D enthusiast, the instructions are simple to follow. The lovely small plate builds make it easy for many of us to print on basic machines. I was able to use 3 machine and finish in 2 days easily. Now the XL size is so much fun! The assembly using printed bolts is brilliant. Only one tiny thing...the centre section side walls have a space for bolt rows to be used, the base centre pieces have sections (L/R) are missing matching threaded holes. No problem as the entire base is secure using the underneath bolts, that literarily clamp it all together nicely.Brilliant design and I applied;aud you. I hope you expand with fun packs and expansion pieces.

Both XLand normal are enormous! Nice project!!

printing it as a a gift as we speak. everything modular and easily replaceable/adaptable in case something breaks or you decide to have a different playing field. only gripe i have is that it would be nice to have instructions or explanation for the different extra attachments, that way i can decide whether or not to print them. but all-in-all, worth every penny!