Apollo Launch Pad for Micro Maxx rockets

This is actually a 'launch pad adapter' that can also be used as a display stand for your Micro Maxx. It's designed for the Micro Maxx Saturn V but as you can see it works well with the Space Shuttle.

By adapter - I mean the pad can slide down a typical 1/8" launch pad rod allow you to use that as the stand for the launch pad.

There is an opening in the base for the engine exhaust to pass through the bottom.

For display, you insert the "Display pin" into the tower boom (you can even add some filament for the lightning rod on top of the boom).

For launch, you lift the tower boom off the Micro Maxx rod and swing it to the side (like a real launch profile)

I use CA glue to attach the tower to the base.

The launch pad will require a Micro Maxx 3/34" sized launch rod. (about 11" or so)

10/4/21 - Added a 13mm "MicroMax" Saturn V you can print up and fly. With my test model it flew better than the Quest Saturn V. It does require hand painting and a streamer for recovery. Note: The Saturn V fin can has small supports that need to be removed after printing.

10/6/21 - Added Micro Max Mars Lander. This model is untested and really doesn't allow for any sort of recovery system. I suspect the legs won't survive any sort of landing but the ascent should look real cool. The Legs can be held in place with a small pin (cut short) but the top and bottom need to be glued together, using the launch rod and a spent motor as an alignment guide.

Print Settings

Printer:

Kossel Delta

Rafts:

No

Supports:

No

Resolution:

0.3mm

Infill:

25%

Filament: Bilby3D ABS Translucent

Category: Hobby