Tessellated Spiral Container (Configurable w/ CAD!)

Two-part container, configurable to any size & shape, gorgeous tessellated Outside Pattern!
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Tessellated Outside Pattern

Spent entirely too long designing and perfecting this . It's a two-part container, designed to be configurable to any size & shape. I designed this gorgeous tessellated outside pattern that continues through the bottom part and reflects light with a fascinating intricacy.

 

Half-Vasemode

The top is printed classically– taking ~1.5h to print the D40xH50 size. The bottom, however, is designed for vasemode printing (Cura calls this'spiralize outer contour') and can be printed inhalf the time.

 

The Best Part

It fits so perfectly that even the lightest side slowly slowly slides and spins 'round free. It's immensely satisfying.

(click for gfycat link, the sound is thebest part)

 

Printing Tips

print with low layer heights for optimal smoothness. I use 0.1 or 0.12mm

vase-mode / ‘spiralize outer contour’ is required for the bottom/inside part!

use ‘concentric’ bottom later to make the top & bottom look even better

I prefer dual-color matchups but that’s up to you! Remember the bottoms are the fastest to reprint..

 

Post your make!

Please post 'em! Really! Take a quick cameraphone photo of your print in all its glory and show it off! Plus it really helps get this design out there to the world.

 

Message me on discord/telegram for

  • customizations
  • different engravings
  • different variation ideas
  • any issues: printing, design, fit, etc
  • to show off / geek out about your result
  • say howdy

Designing stuff is fun but interacting with cool people and hearing about their adventures is better. I can generate any variation / engraving easily, message me on discord/telegram and/or leave a comment and let's make your perfect version. I only ask that you post a make!

If you'd like the CAD or STEP file too, no problem. I've already helped a bunch of great folks! Send me a ping

Category: Math Art

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The author marked this model as their own original creation. Imported from Thingiverse.

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