Sorry, me again, as requested I've added even more files, namely a new version of the Upgrade Cards boxes, they now include the three new categories!
Have fun and don't cut your finger!
SirWilli's Workshop: Armada stuff
Sorry, me again, as requested I've added even more files, namely a new version of the Upgrade Cards boxes, they now include the three new categories!
Have fun and don't cut your finger!
Fantastic additions! I can't wait for Wave V boxes!
Sorry, me again, as requested I've added even more files, namely a new version of the Upgrade Cards boxes, they now include the three new categories!
Have fun and don't cut your finger!
Fantastic additions! I can't wait for Wave V boxes!
Will be added, but the ships are not released yet here in germany
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Hi SirWilli,
Since I am a complete addict (and almost broke by now
) I was wondering if you could make a Size 3 of the Ship tuck box. My poor ship cards are feeling quite cramped.
I would be most grateful!
Who am I to ignore the dire needs of an addict...
Put it on my list, just give me some time, the list is still packed with stuff.
its amazing how easy it is to underestimate paper's strength when layered, even only 2-3 layers thick.
I totally expected these to be printed on some special "tough" paper. No theyre actually pretty good with standard printer paper. Im rather impressed. Thanks for these!
its amazing how easy it is to underestimate paper's strength when layered, even only 2-3 layers thick.
I totally expected these to be printed on some special "tough" paper. No theyre actually pretty good with standard printer paper. Im rather impressed. Thanks for these!
You're welcome, and you're right, I'm still impressed myself from time to time. If you use 200gsm paper, like recommenden in my FAQ, you're ships are really well protected for a fraction of the money you would need to invest when buying Feldherr inserts or similar things.
Many thanks SirWillibald - I'm always recommending your boxes.
Are you thinking of doing a larger objective box given all the extra objectives in the Corellian Conflict. Would that only be once they eventually release it in Germany?
Many thanks SirWillibald - I'm always recommending your boxes.
Are you thinking of doing a larger objective box given all the extra objectives in the Corellian Conflict. Would that only be once they eventually release it in Germany?
Sure, hadn't a chance to look into the CC box, will take care of it when it's released in Germany...
im guessing 200gsm is Germany's way of distinguishing between regular paper and thicker paper.
Never heard of a gsm rating on paper, didnt see any at Staples either, but then i remembered you arent American so we probably just call that CardStock. Which they did have, trying that now. Definitely feels much more rigid.
Nice work
Edited by Ma22aim guessing 200gsm is Germany's way of distinguishing between regular paper and thicker paper.
Never heard of a gsm rating on paper, didnt see any at Staples either, but then i remembered you arent American so we probably just call that CardStock. Which they did have, trying that now. Definitely feels much more rigid.
His FAQ states 110lb cardstock is recommended.
im guessing 200gsm is Germany's way of distinguishing between regular paper and thicker paper.
Never heard of a gsm rating on paper, didnt see any at Staples either, but then i remembered you arent American so we probably just call that CardStock. Which they did have, trying that now. Definitely feels much more rigid.
Yes, we funny germans have our own way.
My dear imperial system friends (not talking Star Wars right now...) from across the ocean, come over to the light side (talkings Star Wars again), we have
cookies
not only metric units but a consistent paper weight system, as well.
There are two main paper weight metrics. In the U.S., paper is commonly measured in pounds (lbs). In Ireland and across Europe, most companies use the metric system and paper will be graded in grams per square metre or ‘gsm’. The U.S. weight system for paper can be confusing as it covers two categories without consistency between the two. An 80lb ‘cover weight’ paper and an 80lb ‘text weight’ paper are not the same weight if you were to compare an A4 sheet of each. The European paper weight system is much simpler and standardised across all paper and card types.
I have been using 110lb cardstock. I think it has damaged my printer (Epson WF-7620). The user manual says the limit is 68lb cardstock. I found some 67lb at Office Depot and will be using that from now on.
Make sure to check your printer specs, the good old days of having a rear feed Canon printer that can handle the heavy papers seen to be gone.
Can anyone please help? Is there a good printer out there that can handle the 110-130lb cardstock?
I have been using 110lb cardstock. I think it has damaged my printer (Epson WF-7620). The user manual says the limit is 68lb cardstock. I found some 67lb at Office Depot and will be using that from now on.
Make sure to check your printer specs, the good old days of having a rear feed Canon printer that can handle the heavy papers seen to be gone.
Can anyone please help? Is there a good printer out there that can handle the 110-130lb cardstock?
Oh no, very sorry to hear! None of my printers so far could officially handle 200gsm/110lb cardstock paper, but I never had any problems besides occasional and harmless paper jams.
All my recent printers have been canon printers, the latter two without the (really good!) rear feed, currently working with a PIXMA MX925. No problems with printing up to 300gsm(!) from the paper cassette.
I'm using a Canon MG3650. Doesn't 'like' the 300GSM but takes it OK with an occasional paper jam or misprint.
My Canon MG7500 works fine with 220gsm fed from the main A4 tray.
I have been using 110lb cardstock. I think it has damaged my printer (Epson WF-7620). The user manual says the limit is 68lb cardstock. I found some 67lb at Office Depot and will be using that from now on.
Make sure to check your printer specs, the good old days of having a rear feed Canon printer that can handle the heavy papers seen to be gone.
Can anyone please help? Is there a good printer out there that can handle the 110-130lb cardstock?
My Brother multifunction printer has handled it fine. But I cannot say if it's officially rated... nothing posted on their website copies of the manuals.
i got a Canon MG2920, its an uber cheap POS that doesnt like to print the bottom bit of the page (yeah unfortunately that means the landscape PDFs i gotta figure it out myself lol) and it puts 110lb cardstock in fine. Course im feeding it no more than 2 at a time lol. These home printers are usually brittle even if they arent a cheapo like mine so i tend to never put many papers in it at once.
Waiting on the glue to fully dry on the boxes i made but i really like how they feel. Took me a moment to realize Home One is "upside down" compared to the others to combat the lid issue lol. Still need to make a card box and squadron boxes.
Actually card box was the first one i made and for some reason i never scoured the edges i was folding so it came out really ugly lol. Joy of papercrafts: mess up = pennies, not dollars
Good SirWilli, any thoughts on getting the micohangars for the Corellian Campaign and Wave 5 squadrons done? Seems like it will just be minor changes to the art/text of existing ones and not necessarily require that you have them in hand yet (sucks that you have to wait so long btw).
My work printer seems to be having no trouble with the 110 pound card stock... just don't tell the boss I'm using our toner!
Good SirWilli, any thoughts on getting the micohangars for the Corellian Campaign and Wave 5 squadrons done? Seems like it will just be minor changes to the art/text of existing ones and not necessarily require that you have them in hand yet (sucks that you have to wait so long btw).
My work printer seems to be having no trouble with the 110 pound card stock... just don't tell the boss I'm using our toner!
You might be right, but to be honest I have LOTS of other stuff on my plate, at the moment I'm working on the first hangar for X-Wing epic ships and on new Imperial Assault tuckboxes... Therefore I'll wait for my copy, anyway.
You might be right, but to be honest I have LOTS of other stuff on my plate, at the moment I'm working on the first hangar for X-Wing epic ships and on new Imperial Assault tuckboxes... Therefore I'll wait for my copy, anyway.
OK, well I know you'll get around to it eventually. Thanks for all you do!
Until SirWilli makes an official Pelta box, i scaled the Gladiator down to 90% size and used that. Not a perfect fit as the ship is ever so slightly too wide, but it works.
First off let me just say that all this stuff looks super awesome and I can't wait to get my hands on some printouts and start building.
With that said, I'm planning on placing an order from an online printing service, and they offer 100lb cover (260gsm) in matte or gloss finish for the same price. I think the gloss finish would look super nice, but I'm worried it will have a negative impact on glue adhesion. Does anyone think that would be an issue?
I also plan to add such "ComboHangars" (lack a good name, yet, suggestions welcome) for the older small ships that tend to break (CR90, Neb-B, ...)
Combohangars for any ship that attaches with a peg, instead of a keyhole stand would be great. Neb-Bs, CR90s, Raiders and Flotillas are a very fragile, and several of mine have had the stands cut out and completely replaced with 2mm brass wire, glued at both ends.
Thanks for all your hard work making these boxes, its magic stuff, really.