Rhombic Sierpiński Pyramid - Lvl 5 | Vase Mode

This model features a Level 5 Sierpiński Pyramid fractal structure made from Rhombic Dodecahedra instead of Octahedra, designed with strategically placed gaps for seamless vase mode printing.

I've included a 3MF file that will produce a pyramid with a base size of 150x150mm, which you can see in the photos above.

I hope you enjoy printing this model as much as I enjoyed designing and testing it! 😁

Here are the print settings for FDM printers -

Layer Height: 0.16mm Vase Mode: Enable vase mode ( Leave “smooth spiral” unchecked ) Infill: 0% (This is activated by default in Vase mode) Supports: None Slice Gap Closing Radius: 0.00 (You must set this value to zero . The model may not slice properly if you don't do this.) Skirt: Enable a skirt for the first layer.

Optional Tip: To save some time, you can set the bottom shell layers to 0 . This will skip the first few bottom layers, reducing print time and revealing an intricate pattern on the underside (not pictured).

Note: The included 3MF file keeps the bottom layers as default, but you can adjust this in your slicer if desired.

More info about the Settings:

This model was created and optimized for FDM printers with vase mode enabled. For best results, use spiral vase mode with the smooth spiral option unchecked in your slicer settings. If you don’t see the smooth spiral checkbox in your slicer, no worries—just be sure to use Spiralize Outer Contour (or a similarly named option in your slicer, such as spiral/vase mode).

Ensure your slice gap closing radius is set to 0, as this is critical for proper vase mode printing. Without this setting, the slicer may close gaps that are necessary for the model to slice and print correctly.

Enable the “Skirt” option in your slicer to maintain consistent nozzle pressure from the start. Without it, one of the first layer’s corners may appear deformed due to unprimed nozzle pressure. The skirt also acts as a final safeguard, helping to catch any stray bits of filament that might try to hitch a ride on the nozzle before reaching the first layer of your print. 😆

If you find yourself having trouble, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m happy to help!

Have fun! 🥳

License Information:

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