Would really like to help a brother out by creating a 3D printed version of the metal pyramid (the one under the plastic pyramid), but I don’t have access to a Stargate. So, I have a couple of requests. 1) is there a owner out there who is willing to work with me to take detailed measurements? 2) Is there an owner in the Fort Worth area that would allow me access to take my own measurements? 3) Is there an owner out there who would be willing to let me borrow there plastic pyramid for a couple of days so I can replicate it? FYI, I've seen another thread where someone attempts to provide measurements, but they are incorrect/incomplete as when using them the pyramid sides and front do not align and are different heights.

To start, here are the dimensions I need for the internal metal pyramid (brackets will be phase 2) - please provide exact measurements in millimeters:

B1 - the width of the front face at bottom
T1 - the width of the front face at top
H1 - the height along the front face from top to bottom

B2 - the width of the side face at bottom
T2 - the width of the side face at top
H2 - the height of the side face from top to bottom

X - the height of the edge where the front and side face meet
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Can you give me some more details on this? Might be a mod that could be recreated and 3D printed if there is interest.

Would like to know inner & outer diameters. Also, is their a place in the pin to put a larger version somewhere, maybe even lit?

There are also designs out there for actual working stargates, but they all tend to be too large. Might be a good project for a topper, however. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=60&v=Kvjv6q3YDGc

Okay, I found the original post. Here is what I need. Can you please give me the exact measurement in mm for these?

1) red | the centers of the two holes on the bracket that the wireframe is sitting in
2) green | the outside width of the clear plastic piece
3) blue | the outside height of the clear plastic piece
4) yellow | the diameter of the 2 lower wireframe pieces that the ring is notched out for
5) pink | the clearance from the bottom of the wireframe to the playing surface

I'm happy to do a test to see if I can 3D print a comparable Stargate. I'm a little unclear on how it mounts, but looks like it either just snaps into place or possibly glued to the metal bracket.

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I'm serious about this if you are. I just need the measurements requested before I can finalize the design. Here is a mockup based upon guessing approximate size. I still have to do the chevrons, but they are so small and need to be a certain size to print that I need to have the ring sized first before I add them.

For the effort and print, I'm thinking $15 including postage once the design is final. Ring will be a silver/gray and the 9 points will be copper color (all 3D filament, not painted).

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Great, thanks!

Based upon your measurements and my estimates from them, I would say that the inner diameter (the center hole) of the Stargate should be 40mm which will put the outer diameter at 56mm. Can you please confirm if these measurements seem suitable for the placement where pictured?

Drumroll, please . . . . . . we have a Stargate!

Before I am ready to release and sell to everyone, I need one volunteer to help me make sure sizing and fit are correct. Please PM me and the first to agree will be my volunteer. FYI, you will need to live in US, and close to Texas is a plus for fast shipping turnaround but not a requirement.

WHAT I EXPECT
- Interactive and prompt communications via PinSide PM and open forum when applicable for others to see
- Installation of piece and analysis in an expedited manner
- Quality photos of the piece installed
- Testing of the game with the piece installed (i.e. ball clears, piece stays in place, etc.)
- Constructive feedback regarding the design, placement, fit, etc. of the piece

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- You will be the first to have the custom designed and 3D printed Stargate
- You will still need to buy the piece in advance before I send to you, but I will sell it at a discounted price (I will disclose in PM)
- Any/all changes will be sent to you to test/try at no additional cost to you
- If for whatever reason the project fails and I can't get it right, I will refund any money you have paid me and you can keep/dispose of any pieces I have sent you.

Straightforward enough? Now who wants to help me, and ultimately help the Stargate community?
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Hey everyone, I appreciate all of those who PM'd me, but I have a volunteer. My desire is to get prints in his hands this week and to get test fittings and photos ASAP. If no tweaks are required, I'll make the Stargates available ASAP, otherwise I'll expedite the tweaks and get finalized as quickly as I can. Pricing is set at $15 for the first Stargate ring and then $10 each for additional pieces on the same order.

Well, if I actually owned the game I might undertake it because it definitely can use it. I'm sure it is a power issue but w/o researching I don't know AC - DC, voltage, amps, etc. Theoretically, don't know why you couldn't implement some sort of power converter to go from original source to 12V DC for LED circuit, but then again I don't proclaim to be an electrician.

I guess I didn't realize, but there could potentially be more than one spot where one of my Stargates could be installed. I know that the gentlemen helping me test fit is going to try various places and send me photos, but in the interim would someone mind posting photos here in the thread of each place where one might work? Would be interested in clearances and mounting options based upon my current design.

If there end up being two or more locations that some might wish to install, then I'll put together a discounted offering for orders of multiple Stargates.

Sneak peak on my Stargate . . . first reports are positive, but still working out a few details, so more to come soon.

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Always open to suggestions, but I do have a few comments regarding your points.

1) These are 3D printed, not painted, so I am limited to the filament coloring that I have and/or is available to me. I'm currently using a very high quality silver/gray for the ring which best matches from what I have or have seen. Plain gray just looked bad, and black is too dark. I do have a non-gloss black with silver speckles in it, but it too is dominantly black, quite dark, and has no hint of gray. Also, the pic I posted was hit with a camera flash, so it is not an accurate representation of the true colors.

2) For those who want different coloring, you can always hand paint details on it or even spray paint it a different color. You may loose some of the detail in the piece with paint layers, and will take some skill to hand paint given the size of the piece and its elements.

I'm still working with my beta tester, but I'll be able to post more pics soon. In the end, these will not be one-offs, so I want to get everyone's input before I deliver the final product, so thanks for your suggestions. I'll continue to look for other filament options, but up to this point I've not seen anything that would be "better".

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So, I've been looking around for more color options. At this point, I've found this which might be a bid darker than what I am currently using (albeit it gets mixed reviews), but probably a flatter/darker gray than silver. While the Pantone color looks good, some are saying that it is actually much lighter.

https://www.amazon.com/Paramount-3D-Graphite-Filament-BGRL7043425C/dp/B01MSIJKNL/ref=sr_1_4

While I'm not adverse to changing the color, I'm not going to start buying spools of filament just to test. I need the community's input on the overall preference, and that is what I'll go with. Also, please feel free to volunteer Amazon links to other filaments that might be a good option.

I have no desire to paint the details on these things, but the gray/silver I am using is a great base for anyone who wants to add detail themselves with paint. I've designed and sold all kinds of 3D pin mods and graphics, and know what is in my wheelhouse and what is not.

If there is someone who wants to act as a go-between and offer paint services, then I am more than happy to ship anyone's orders directly to that person and he/she can provide the service at whatever costs are agreeable between them and the end-user.

The way it is looking now, I'm finalizing my design and sending it off to my beta tester for final fit and photos. Once that is completed, then I will post the offering. These are going to be able to be utilized in many spots given my new design and will not require the removal of any wireframes to install. My plan is to also offer discounts for multiples.

Keep the input coming, and I'll keep everyone posted as I progress.

Well, I wanted to give everyone an update on the Stargate project. To begin with, I am very close to finalizing my offering. I just sent the third revision off to my beta tester, and hopefully everything is perfect this time. I still have to put together the pricing, but in general here is what you need to know:

- I will be offering in two flavors: Shooter Lane Stargate & Wire Frame Stargate (I've attached just a couple of pics to illustrate, but note that the Wire Frame version is not the final)
- The Shooter Lane Stargate will install via mounting tape and is designed to fit exactly into the areas where the lane changes widths
- The Wire Frame Stargate is designed with some special considerations
* It will have a narrow slit in the center bottom which will allow it to be installed nearly anywhere on any of the wire frames without have to remove, loosen, or otherwise alter or adjust the wireframe. Simply use the split to slide over all of the wires to encapsulate them within the ring.
* There are two notches perfectly aligned with the two bottom rails of the wireframe. Simply align to rails, pull up, and snap into place for a secure and perfectly oriented Stargate
* The area of the Stargate that sits below the bottom two rails is cutout to the perfect size to allow the ball to pass without any obstruction. This will allow the Stargates to be more stable and maintain their position (of course you could always put a dab of glue on the back of the Stargate touching the rail where the ball won't to make it even more secure).
* The design will allow you to install as many Stargates as you want in nearly any position you want.

Anyway, thought I would show everyone that the project is progressing, and more to come very soon (including pricing - there will be discounts for multiple Stargate orders).
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Thanks, and that was the thinking behind the shooter lane (similar to the backglass).

Thanks MP - you’re the best!

My Stargates are finished and available for purchase: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/stargate-shooter-lane-ampamp-stargate-wireframe#post-4822982

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I wanted to say thank you to all of those who purchased my Stargates (there were quite a few of you). I would appreciate it if those of you who have them would consider posting some pics here in the thread for others to see if you have the time and desire to do so.

To everyone else, I'm not going to offer these forever, so if you think you are interested then please PM me with your order and I'll provide payment information and get them made and sent to you as quickly as possible (typically I ship with in 1 or 2 days from time of payment). My plan is to let the ad run its course through mid-March, and then that will be it for the offering (well, I can always be incentivized

Awesome! Thanks for posting the pics.

Is anyone aware of a Stargate for sale in north Texas (Dallas - Fort Worth) or surrounding areas (e.g. Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri)?

Also, I'm still making Stargate rings for anyone interested, just PM me.

Could someone please tell me what the exact dimensions of each card should be, as they don't always print exactly correct? These are for another Pinsider, so I don't actually have the pin to measure them myself.

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/stargate-owners-club-shoot-the-pyramid/page/23#post-4793657

Still need dimensions of the two apron cards, and I'm very appreciative of anyone who can provide them.

I'm printing these Stargate cards for $10 per set, including US postage. I print these on a photo printer using OEM ink (no cheap third party) and OEM ultra gloss photo paper. I then cover in 3 mil clear gloss laminate, and razor cut to size.

Please PM me if interested.

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