NIKAI

Parts list

Everything you need besides the printed parts, by design. All hardware is off-the-shelf and available on Amazon. Each download also includes a README with assembly instructions.

Printed parts

Included in the Cults3D files.

PartQtyFrom
Chassis body1Either chassis file
Grip1Either chassis file
Handguard1Either chassis file

Hardware for SKS chassis (XCR)

PartSpecQtyWhere to find
Slotted split roll pin3.5 mm × 30 mm1Amazon.ca
Compression spring7 mm OD × 10 mm, 0.8 mm wire1Amazon.ca
Handguard screwM4 × 10 mm hex socket cap1Amazon.ca
Grip screw1/4-28 UNF × 7/8″ hex socket cap1Amazon.ca

Use the exact specs. Undersized pins walk loose under recoil, oversized pins split the print, and a different spring rate or screw length causes fit and function problems.

Hardware for Lightweight chassis (OEM & duckbill)

PartSpecQtyWhere to find
Handguard screwsM4 × 8 mm flat head2Amazon.ca
Handguard insertsM4 × 6 mm brass heat-set2Amazon.ca
Trigger guard retention spring9 mm OD × 25 mm1Amazon.ca
Grip boltM5 × 25 mm hex1Amazon.ca
Grip insertM5 × 10 mm brass heat-set1Amazon.ca

Also needed

  • Buttstock with a Picatinny / 1913 mount, from any firearm retailer

Magazines

SKS chassis (XCR)10-round XCR-pattern magazines from Canadian firearm retailers. Rifle needs the modification.
Lightweight chassis (OEM)Your rifle's original internal magazine, or a duckbill magazine.

Printing

  • PA-CF or PPA-CF filament recommended; PETG, PETG-CF and nylon also work
  • Don't print in PLA, PLA+ or resin
  • Hardened steel or ruby nozzle, 0.6 mm recommended (carbon-fibre filament wears out brass)
  • For PA-CF, a printer that reaches 270–290 °C nozzle and 90–110 °C bed. Settings for every material are in the README

Tools for the XCR modification