Hyperboloid Pen Holder - 16 Pencil Desk Organizer

Design preview. Rendered from the file, not a photo.
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What it does
- Holds up to 16 pencils with diameters up to 8mm in a striking hyperboloid shape
- Mathematically inspired design adds visual interest to any desk or workspace
- Customizable STL model, scale up for larger writing instruments or adjust angles to suit your needs
- Printed on demand to your specifications for a unique, personalized desk accessory
The Hyperboloid Pen Holder is a mathematically elegant solution for organizing pencils, pens, and markers at your desk. Inspired by hyperboloid geometry, this sculptural organizer holds up to 16 writing instruments with diameters up to 8mm, keeping them visible and within reach.
Perfect for artists, engineers, students, and anyone who appreciates both function and design, this desk organizer brings a conversation-starting accent to your workspace. The unique curved form is not just beautiful, it's practical, preventing pens from rolling and keeping them neatly arranged.
As a customizable 3D-printed item, you have full control over the design. Scale the model up if you need to accommodate larger markers or tools, or adjust parameters to match your specific needs. Simply be mindful when editing to avoid creating angles where pens would intersect.
24k downloads in the maker community. That is interest in the design on the site it came from, not our sales.
What you get
- This design prints as one piece.
- Nothing else to print or buy for this to work.
What it is made of
Designs like this print well in PLA. Compare the materials.
Printed plastic is strong for its size, but it is not metal. We have not load tested this design, so we do not publish a weight rating. Keep it out of a hot car and away from open flame.
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Who made this design
Designed by stuffperson. We did not draw it.
Shared under Creative Commons, credit required. See the original design