— CockpitConnect

Measurement Methodology

All dimensions are derived from a combination of:

Boeing Technical Training Manuals — structural references where available
Scaled photography — using known objects (standard avionics connectors, 1-inch annunciators) as size references
Community cross-referencing — dimensions validated against multiple cockpit photos and builder reports
Physical mockups — critical dimensions tested with cardboard templates before cutting MDF

All measurements below are in millimetres unless stated.

Disclaimer: These are builder-derived measurements for home simulator use. They should not be used for any certified aviation purpose.

Mode Control Panel (MCP)

Overall Panel Dimensions

Dimension	Value
Total width	940 mm
Height	132 mm
Depth (including housing)	78 mm
Panel substrate thickness	3 mm
Acrylic overlay thickness	3 mm

Switch Cutout Dimensions

Switch Type	Cutout W	Cutout H	Notes
Taiway toggle (standard)	9.5 mm	12.5 mm	Standard MIL-SPEC toggle footprint
Bourns encoder (PEC11R)	7 mm dia.	—	Round cutout, tighten with included nut
Annunciator (1×1 inch)	25.4 mm	25.4 mm	Standard 1-inch annunciator
7-segment display (TM1637 4-digit)	72 mm	18 mm	Verify against specific module

Encoder Knob Spacing (MCP)

Encoder centre-to-centre spacings on the MCP, measured left to right:

[CRS L]  [SPD]  [HDG]  [ALT]  [V/S]  [CRS R]
    |--96mm--|--124mm--|--124mm--|--124mm--|--96mm--|

MCP panel dimension overview — all measurements in mm

Glare Shield

Structure

Dimension	Value
Total width	970 mm
Height (front face)	210 mm
Depth (top rail to rear)	180 mm
Angle of front face	15° reclined
Material	6mm MDF (structure) + 3mm MDF (face)

The glare shield is built as a box frame from 6mm MDF, with the face panel inset and bonded with wood glue and M4 bolts. The EFIS selector panels (Captain and First Officer) are mounted on recessed pockets on each side.

EFIS Selector Panel

Dimension	Value
Panel width	140 mm
Panel height	95 mm
Encoder spacing (left to right)	35 mm
Number of encoders	3 per side
Number of selectors (VOR/ADF)	2 per side

Overhead Panel (OHP)

The overhead panel is the most complex assembly — over 200 switches and annunciators across 8 zones.

Panel Dimensions

Dimension	Value
Total width	800 mm
Total height	460 mm
Mounting angle	10° inclined toward pilot
Material	3mm MDF panels, 25mm MDF frame

Zone Layout

┌──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│  [FIRE]     [HYDRAULICS]          [FUEL]     [ELECTRIC]  │
│──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────│
│  [ANTI-ICE]           [AIR CONDITIONING]      [PRESS]    │
│──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────│
│  [LIGHTING]         [EMERGENCY / MISC]        [ENG START]│
└──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
        ↑ Aft                                    ↑ Fwd

Center Pedestal

Throttle Quadrant

Dimension	Value
Overall width	220 mm
Overall depth	380 mm
Throttle lever throw	110 mm
Flap lever travel	68 mm
Number of throttle levers	2

The throttle levers are driven by 3D-printed PETG bodies with internal brass bushings, mounted on 8mm stainless shafts. Detents at IDLE, CLB, and MCT are implemented with spring-loaded ball bearings pressing into machined notches.

3D Printed Parts

Part	Material	Print Time	Infill
Encoder knobs (per unit)	PETG, Black	45 min	30%
Throttle lever body	PETG, Black	3h 20min	40%
Annunciator housing (1×1")	PETG, White	25 min	20%
Switch guard (protective flip)	PETG, Red/Black	15 min	20%
Cable management clips	PETG, Black	10 min	15%

All STL files are available for download — see the Downloads section of each panel page (coming soon).

Fusion 360 File Structure

CockpitConnect_737MAX.f3d
├── 00_Master_Parameters          ← all global dimensions as variables
├── 01_MCP
│   ├── MCP_Main_Panel            ← 3mm MDF substrate
│   ├── MCP_Acrylic_Overlay       ← 3mm black acrylic, legends engraved
│   ├── MCP_Diffuser              ← 1mm white acrylic
│   └── MCP_Housing               ← 6mm MDF structural box
├── 02_Glareshield
│   ├── GS_Frame                  ← 6mm MDF box
│   ├── GS_Front_Panel            ← 3mm MDF face
│   └── GS_EFIS_Selectors         ← 2× EFIS selector sub-assembly
├── 03_Overhead_Panel
│   ├── OHP_Frame
│   └── OHP_Zone_[01–08]          ← one component per zone
└── 04_Pedestal
    ├── Pedestal_Frame
    ├── TQ_Assembly               ← throttle quadrant
    └── Radio_Stack

Full 737 MAX cockpit assembly in Fusion 360

Downloads

Note: Design files are currently in review for release. Sign up for the newsletter to be notified when files become available.

Files planned for release:

MCP_Main_Panel.dxf — laser-ready DXF for MDF substrate
MCP_Acrylic_Overlay.dxf — laser-ready DXF for legend overlay
Encoder_Knob.stl — 3D printable encoder knob
MCP_Housing.dxf — housing laser cut files

Dimensions & Schematics