DIY Star Wars Control Panel with Lights!
by VanOaksProps
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What this video covers
VanOaksProps walks through a detailed replica build of the iconic red Death Star door control panel from Star Wars: A New Hope. The project spans the full production pipeline — from scaling reference parts and large-format 3D printing to seam removal, priming, and advanced painting. Weathering techniques give greeblies a convincing galvanized-metal look, while vinyl decals, reflective accents, and functional LED indicator lights push the result toward screen-accurate quality. The finished piece is positioned as a display-worthy, theme-park-caliber prop suitable for haunt set dressing or serious Star Wars collections.
Key takeaways
- ◆Combines FDM and resin 3D printing to achieve both large structural parts and fine detail components
- ◆Seam bonding, sanding, and sandable filler primer are key steps for a clean, professional surface
- ◆Rub n Buff and layered spray paints create a convincing galvanized-metal weathered finish on greeblies
- ◆Vinyl decals and reflective tape replicate the graphic and lighting details of the original filming prop
- ◆Functional LED indicator lights are integrated to bring the panel to life for display or haunt use
Who this is for
Intermediate-to-advanced prop builders and Star Wars fans who want to create a screen-accurate display replica using 3D printing and professional painting techniques.
Tools mentioned
- • Bambu Lab H2D 3D printer
- • Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra resin printer
- • electric foot sander
- • cordless air duster
- • nylon paint brush
- • popsicle sticks
Materials mentioned
- • Sunlu ABS filament
- • Sunlu ABS-like water washable resin (red)
- • 220-grit sandpaper
- • Starbond 5-minute epoxy
- • U-Pol Expert Sandable Primer
- • Rustoleum Satin Granite Grey spray paint
- • Krylon gloss black spray paint
- • Krylon matte black spray paint
- • Pewter Rub n Buff
- • Rustoleum Satin Apple Red spray paint
- • Oracal gloss black vinyl
- • Oracal gloss white vinyl
- • reflective tape
- • LED indicator lights
⚠ Safety notes
Use spray paints and primers in a well-ventilated area; wear appropriate respiratory protection when sanding 3D-printed parts and applying epoxy adhesives.
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