Flex Orb 12-Sided Die by jetpad

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A1 mini

P1S

P1P

X1 Carbon

X1E

A1 Mini - AMS

Designer

2.5 h

3 plates

4.5(2)

Multicolor (AMS)

Designer

1.8 h

1 plate

5.0(1)

No AMS - Pause for 2 color changes

Designer

1.7 h

1 plate

A1 Mini - Pause to change colors (no-AMS)

Designer

2.2 h

3 plates

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Description

Introducing the Flex Orb 12-Sided Die, a practical addition to the Flex Orb collection. This model keeps the familiar size of the original Flex Orb, about 8 cm in diameter, and adds a functional twist: it serves as a twelve-sided die, with each face displaying numbers from 1 to 12.

The design is thoughtful, with each number accompanied by a corresponding pattern of raised pips, reminiscent of traditional dice, to aid in identification and add a tactile element. The surface features a subtle moiré pattern in black, white, and grey, providing a textured feel and a visual depth that complements the overall design.

This Flex Orb variant maintains the essence of its predecessors, being easy to print and assemble, while offering a new functional use. As a blend of decorative art and utility, the 12-Sided Die Flex Orb stands out for its understated design and practical application. It's an interesting piece for those who enjoy 3D printing and gaming, providing a unique, hand-crafted tool for play or display.

Customizing & Printing

The default design features a black background with a grey moiré pattern and white for the numbers and pips, using matte PLA colors from Bambu Labs. However, you're welcome to experiment with different color schemes. For clarity, choose a number color that contrasts with the background to enhance readability.

If you are not using a print profile, the initial color is black and the color changes occur at 0.50 mm for grey and 0.60 mm for white.

Assembly

For a visual guide on how to assemble the Flex Orb 12-Sided Die, check out the assembly video.

Updates

March 23rd, 2024 - Trimmed the corners of each strip slightly so they can fit (just barely) on an A1 Mini's print bed. Created print profiles for A1 Minis with AMS and without.

Comment & Rating (9)

@DuesEx

Print Profile

A1 Mini - AMS

I would not use PLA, snapped on seams when I put it together

The designer has replied

@jetpad

PETG is more flexible but I've printed dozens of these Flex Orbs without them snapping. One thing that I've heard is that drying the filament to get most of the moisture out of it will help with the brittleness. What was the brand and color of PLA you used?

@Syagrius

Replying to @jetpad :

The seam on the last "bending" process also broke for me. Bambu PLA Basic and Matte. White, black and silver.

@jetpad

Replying to @Syagrius :

What was the number next to the seam where it broke? I'll take a closer look at it.

@Stonebow

Boosted

Print Profile

Multicolor (AMS)

Oh so very cool. Great idea, great execution. Many thanks!

The designer has replied

@jetpad

thanks

@3Dewey

Print Profile

A1 Mini - AMS

Beautiful model, and prints very well. Included materials made assembly easy. Unique piece to keep on the shelf for sure.

@jetpad

Printing Multicolor 3D Models without AMS ### What You'll Need: - The print profile with built-in pauses for color changes. - Different colors of filament you want to use for the print. - Bambu Printer. ### Step-by-Step Instructions: 1. **Prepare Your Printer:** - Make sure your printer is clean and ready for printing. - Load the first color filament into your printer. 2. **Load the Print Profile for the Model:** - Choose the print profile that includes pauses for manual color changes. - Load the Print Profile file into Bambu Studio. 3. **Start the Print:** - Begin the printing process as you normally would. - The printer will start printing with the first color filament. 4. **Pause for Color Change:** - When the printer reaches a layer where a color change is required, it will automatically pause. - The print head will move to a safe position, and the printer will alert you that it's time to change the filament. 5. **Change the Filament:** - Unload the current filament: - Follow the printer’s instructions to unload the filament. - Load the new color filament: - Insert the new color filament and ensure it is correctly fed into the printer. 6. **Resume Printing:** - Once the new color is loaded and the nozzle is clean, resume the print: - Press the appropriate button on the printer interface to continue the print. - The printer will continue printing with the new color. 7. **Repeat as Needed:** - Repeat steps 4-6 for each color change pause in the print profile. 8. **Finish the Print:** - Allow the print to complete. - Once finished, carefully remove your multicolor print from the build plate. ### Tips: - **Practice Filament Changes:** Get comfortable with the process of changing filament to minimize downtime during the pauses. - **Keep Filament Ready:** Have your filaments organized and ready for each change to make the process smooth. --- Following these instructions, you should be able to successfully print multicolor models even without an AMS system. Enjoy your printing!

@Stonebow

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See rating, Great stuff.

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