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Here's a fun low poly version of my Ultimate Open Lattice Top (6 Point Pattern)
3h 44m
4× print file
0.10 mm
0.40 mm
11.00 g
In the contest Low Poly
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updated November 28, 2023

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To create a low poly top, I went back to the original Blender files for my Ultimate Open Lattice Top (6 Point Pattern), turned off the subdivision modifier that took it from medium poly to super high poly, then set about simplifying it (mostly with A LOT of merge vertices commands). Then, I made additional changes so it would look it's best with relatively few polygons.

I intended this to be printed in 2 pieces, then glued using CA (super glue). The top prints easily and goes together well that way. With the central ring having only 12 sides, aligning the two pieces is easy. 

For those who want to print the top in once piece or slice it differently, I've also provided the whole top as a single STL.

I've provided my PrusaSlicer 3MF and GCODE files for the Prusa MKS3+. They contain commands to steadily drop the hot end temp from 200 for the first layer and 195 for the second, down to 180 (top half) and 185 (bottom half) in 5 degree increments as the pieces get narrower. This is mostly to get a clean, sharp perimeter (no mush), but it also helps with stringing. If you're using filament that prints at a higher temp, you'll need to adjust or remove these.

If you want to use your own settings, I strongly recommend you print this solid - either with a high perimeter count or with infill. It's the mass that keeps the top spinning. 

Want to show off your top? Download my Display Stand for Tops. It's pictured in the cover photo.

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Model origin

The author remixed this model.

Differences of the remix compared to the original

This is a remix of my own design. I greatly reduced the poly count and tweaked the angles.

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