Ceramic Kidney
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Model information
- Source
- Printables
- Category
- Sculptures
- License
- Creative Commons — Attribution — Share Alike
Introduction
This is a nice little tool design to smooth out the surface of any ceramic projects. This tool is specifically designed with a smooth round edge to give the smoothest finish to any ceramic pots, bowls, etc.
Printing Instructions
Because of the design of this model, finer layer heights will result in better quality. We also recommend that if possible, to sand the part, to ensure that the tool gives the smoothest finish on any of your clay projects. The instructions below are only provided as a guide, and can be changed depending on the printer you have.
| Layer Height | 0.16mm (Preferably 0.12mm) |
| Walls | 3 |
| Infill | 20% |
| Material | Preferably TPU or HIPS (Other filaments work as well) |
Because most clay kidneys are made from rubber of other flexible materials, we recommend using flexible materials such as TPU or HIPS. However, if you don't have these materials at your disposal, standard filaments such as PLA or ABS should work fine as well. Just note that using PLA or ABS for this print may result in different surface finishes.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this tool is handy for ceramic enthusiasts who don't want to spend money on specialized equipment, and want a quick and easy way to smooth surfaces.