Making 3D Catan Island

Vacuum forming technology offers a versatile solution for creating detailed and unique models. It’s not only effective for quickly replicating sand table or architectural models but is also ideal for crafting intricate 3D board games. For example, you can use vacuum forming to enhance classic board games like Fireball Island, making them more distinctive and creatively engaging. In this video, we will demonstrate how to use the FORMART smart vacuum former to create a 3D Catan Island painted board game.

STL download(Scale up to 1:4)

👉settler of catan

👉Magnetic Catan

👉Catan Longest Road Trophy

Machine of use

ATOM 3D printer、FORMART 2 Smart Vacuum Former

Material of use

HIPS 1.0mm sheet、white glue(please dilute with water appropriately)、Grass meal and tree material package、White water-based cement paint、Toning masterbatch、Mr.BASE WHITE spary painting

Procedure

1. Print out the STL files(Please set 1.5mm shell with 20% infill)
2. Put the mold on forming bed and use HIPS 0.5mm sheet to form the shape
3. The blister should be cleaned first to remove the release agent on the surface and prevent the paint from falling off
4. Before coloring, spray a thin layer of MR.BASE WHITE spray painting to make it easier for the cement paint to adhere
5. The cement paint is toned to the desired color and apply it
6. After the cement paint is dry, apply white glue to the place where you want to stick the grass powder or bush material, and sprinkle the grass powder or stick on the bush