Nechiswa's 3D Printed Pencil Holder Uses Spiral Vase Mode
Nechiswa, a designer, has developed a pencil holder using 3D printing that features a spiral vase mode and tri-color filament, elevating a typical desk item into a sculptural piece. The design is characterized by a single helical sweep, forming a continuous line that spirals tightly. The vase mode technique allows for uninterrupted extrusion, moving upward seamlessly. With a line width of 0.6mm and a layer height of 0.2mm, the outcome is a delicate, faceted wall that is both detailed and sturdy enough to support pens. Unlike conventional industrial-style pencil holders, this design has a geometric aesthetic. Nechiswa created the model in Onshape from scratch, ensuring proportions that provide stability and ample capacity for pens. The tri-color filament enhances the design, allowing each helical facet to reflect light in varying shades. The model and suggested print settings are available for free download on Printables, optimized for vase mode at 0.6mm line width.
Key facts
- Designer Nechiswa created a 3D printed pencil holder using spiral vase mode.
- The pencil holder uses tri-color filament for a sculptural effect.
- The geometry is a single helical sweep, a continuous line climbing in a tight spiral.
- Vase mode printing means the nozzle never stops; extrusion travels upward without breaks.
- Print settings: 0.6mm line width and 0.2mm layer height.
- The design was modeled from scratch in Onshape.
- The pencil holder is free to download on Printables.
- The design is best printed in vase mode at 0.6mm line width.
Entities
Artists
- Nechiswa
Institutions
- Onshape
- Printables