Openwork Sphere 3D Printed Toy
Design preview. Rendered from the file, not a photo.
This model is not currently offered as a verified ready to buy print.
What it does
- Prints without support material so you save time and waste less plastic
- Hollow sphere design lets you see all the intricate patterns inside and out
- Smooth curves and clean geometry make it fun to hold and spin in your hands
- Ideal display piece or fidget toy that looks great on any shelf or desk
You get a stunning hollow sphere that looks complex but prints cleanly from start to finish. The openwork design shows off beautiful geometric patterns, giving you a toy that feels both solid and delicate at the same time.
This sphere was created so you can print it without supports, which means less cleanup work for you and less material wasted during the print. The unsupported design keeps costs down and print time reasonable. Your sphere comes out ready to enjoy, no tools needed.
Perfect as a desk toy, a gift, or a conversation piece. Spin it, hold it, and watch how the light plays through the open spaces. It's proof that great 3D-printed design does more with less.
2.1k 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 We have not load tested this design, so we do not publish a weight rating.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 BQEducacion. We did not draw it.
Shared under Creative Commons, credit and share alike. See the original design