Decorative PCB Christmas tree

Updates

• 12/2024: Added a version with a star as tree topper. The star is also available as a separate download and could be added to the tree afterwards, but the tolerances are not optimized for this.

Description

A multicolor Christmas tree with PCB traces on the front. The model does not require a multi material unit to print. The tree is around 22 cm tall, 18 cm wide and simply slots into the base. It fits on common 220 x 220 mm beds when rotated 45°.

Colors @ 0.2 mm layer height are:

• For the tree
  • Dark green (layers 1-20)
  • Silk copper, silk gold or silver (layers ≥21)
• For the base / trunk
  • White, light green or light brown (layers 1-15)
  • Dark brown (layers ≥16)

Print settings

• Layer height 0.2 mm
• Line width 0.4 or 0.5 mm
• Infill 20% ("Lines" recommended)
• 3 wall lines
• 5 top & bottom layers
• Supports not required

Approximate print times @ 60 mm/s: Tree 2:45 h / Base 1:05 h