3D Printed Kid's Proton Pack Files and Instructions (Patreon)

Who remembers getting their first proton pack as a kid? 

Maybe it was a cardboard box with some straps. Maybe it was a black backpack with some hot glued wires. Maybe you were lucky enough to get the old Kenner roleplay toy.

For my nephew's 5th birthday, I decided to take on building him his very first proton pack using 3D printing! He has been very interested in Ghostbusters - like my son was at that age. He loves Afterlife and the Playmobil toys. I wanted to create a build that was simple(r) in construction and also durable enough to hold up to some play. The files included here are roughly 50-60% scale from a full-size pack and likely suitable in size for youngsters ages 5-11.

• Access the interactive build dashboard here! 

The design of this Kid's pack is original although I 'borrowed' just a few parts from the open source 'Q-pack' notably the crank knob, booster frame ladder, and Clippard valve. They are scaled down here with modified hole sizes for attachment. I made note of this - where applicable - on the file names and instruction dashboard.

For the wand, I simply used a Hasbro Proton Blaster MOD, painted it black, and used my battery V-hook accessory to attach it. I also used my barrel tips and hose connector! My 'motherboard' solution is a DIY assembly of 1/8" hardboard, PVC, and webbing straps.

If you have a young one in your life, do them a solid and print them their own proton pack! They'll never forget it! :)