The Master Chassis is a fully removable core, featuring a Crystal Chamber with moving components to change the aspect of what is seen through the hilt windows.
This new Master Chassis version now features a spinning generator in the crystal chamber, with a pixel ring at its beck for cool lighting effects.
For Gen1, when in single hilt, a chassis extension can be added either to add another 18650 removable battery or more NPXL accent strips to light up the rear broken section of the hilt.
For Gen2, no extension is possible but a nice pixel ring can be added at the chassis back for cool effects.

Demo

Other parts details

Magnets:
– 16 x 2mmODx2mm
– 4 x 2mmODx1mm

Introduction

  • Disclaimer

    GOTH-3Designs cannot be held responsible for any mistakes made by DIYers during their install. You must have a good understanding of what you’re doing, of the components used and the safety measures associated to them. Always wear protective gear when working on install (gloves, eye protection, …), GOTH-3Designs cannot be held responsible in case of accident.

  • Note #1

    Always use the smallest wires to make your install easier. There can be big differences between one wire type and another for the same AWG specs. PTFE Wires with the smallest OD are recommended such as those sold at The Saber Armory. A good wire management is also required, routing wires properly helps a lot saving space.

  • Note #2

    These instructions will not cover how to wire the soundboard, make sure to learn how to by reading the manual. We have also typical soundboards wiring available in the Padawan Tutorials. Always test your install along the way! Verifying that everything works after important steps is better than having to dismount everything because something wasn’t wired properly.

  • Note #3

    3D printed parts can have slight size variations which may require some small adjustments by the installer (such as sanding, hole deburring, … etc). Some metal parts could also be slightly bent, but are usually easily bent back in shape. This is all normal and part of the DIY build process.

Chapter 1 – Prepare the parts

  • Step 1 – Separate the CC parts


    To help with the CC parts fitment, it is recommended to cut the spinning part a bit shorter

    Step 2 – Cut the 1.5mmOD rods (4 x 44mm) and test the assembly

Chapter 2 – Install the front connector

  • Step 5 – install the thin neck Pogo-pin PCB as shown.
    Since the neck is very narrow, the PCB sits on top of the chassis slot and must be strongly glues. Pay attention to keep it well centered.

    Then install the blade connector in its slot, and insert the chassis part into the emitter, using the retention screw to secure it.

    Step 6 – Install the 4mm height brass tactile switch

    Step 7 – Install the thin neck connector PCB.
    Same as the pogo-pin one, since the neck is very narrow, the PCB sits on top of the chassis slot and must be strongly glues. Päy attention to keep it well centered.

    Step 8 – Route the wires through the dedicated channels.
    There are 2 channels to pass the wires, which provides enough space for the Neopixel, switch wires and motor.

Chapter 3 – Install the Crystal Chamber

  • Step 9 – A pixel ring is installed behind the spinning generator.
    It can be in series of the main blade or on a separate dataline.

    Step 10 – Assemble the crystal holder parts (to be glued together)

    Then glue two 2mmODx1mm magnets

    Step 11 – Glue the part on the chassis. The 1.5mmOD rods can be used a guide.
    (before gluing the part, pass the motor wires through the center hole).

    Step 12 – Wire the motor and then glue it in its slot.

    It is important that the motor is fully inserted, as well as avoiding to pinch the wires on the switch holder. There is space for the wires under the switch holder, so orient the motor correctly and pull the wires from the wire channel while inserting it.
    This photo just show an example that the motor can be fully inserted up to the switch holder.
    Note: the motor can be installed first if it makes things easier.

    Step 12 – Glue the spinning part on the motor stem (be extra careful not to glue it on the motor itself).

    Step 12 – Insert the crystal holder part and glue in to the chassis

    Then glue the magnets

    Note that the crystal isn’t glued yet in its holder at this point, the crystal can be in the holder while inserting it in the chassis, or added later through the speaker slot.

    Step 14 – Glue the crystal on the holder and make sure it is not too recessed into the speaker slot.
    Note: If not already present, it is recommended to drill a hole for the Nano pixel install at the back of the crystal, so that it is as flush as possible and won’t come in contact with the speaker.

    Step 14 – Glue the 2mmODx1mm magnets in the front of each crystal cage part.
    Then glue 2 x 2mmODx2mm magnets on the back. All magnets must respect the polarity to match with the rest of the CC parts.

    Step 15 – Install the side doors and glue to the 1.5mmOD rods.

Chapter 4 – Install the electronic components

  • Step 16 – Wire and insert the speaker in place

    Step 17 – Glue the first speaker covers, and ensure the speaker is centered correctly.

    Step 18 – Wire and install the battery contacts

    Step 19 – Install the kill switch

    Step 19 – A pixel ring can be installed on the chassis back, if no extension is planned (extensions are only usable on the Gen1 Jedi Fallen Order hilt version).

    If the chassis is installed in the Gen1 hilt, a 4 pole connector (17.5mmOD can be installed instead with either the second battery extension or the pixel accent strip extension).

    Step 20 – Install the soundboard

    Step 21 – Glue the 2mmODx2mm magnets on the chassis and cover