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Custom SVG Jigsaw Puzzle Generator
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This model is created by Parametric Model Maker
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0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
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2.1 h
1 plate
Open in Bambu Studio
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Description
Custom SVG Jigsaw Puzzle Generator
Custom BASE Generator for this will come soon
Turn YOUR artwork into a stunning, personalized puzzle with a flat, multi-color SVG. This generator is designed for perfect, print-ready results every time.
Functionality
- Fully Customizable: Control every aspect: puzzle size, piece count, SVG artwork, and fit.
- Upload Any SVG: Add logos, names, calligraphy, illustrations, or patterns directly onto the puzzle surface.
- Print-Ready: Exports a single STL with perfect flat SVG, ready for multi-color printing.
- Randomized Tabs: Each seed generates a unique puzzle pattern; print different puzzles with the same settings.
- Printer-Tuned Tolerance: An adjustable gap ensures a perfect fit on any FDM printer.
Perfect for gifts, events, branding, or just making your own custom art puzzles!
Parameter Guide — Dial In Your Perfect Puzzle
Puzzle Settings
| Parameter | What It Does |
|---|---|
| pzl_seed | Random seed for tab layout. Change this number to get a completely new tab pattern. Try 123, 999, 4567—each gives a unique puzzle! |
| pzl_cols | Number of pieces across (columns). |
| pzl_rows | Number of pieces down (rows). |
| pzl_piece_w | Width of one puzzle piece in mm. |
| pzl_piece_h | Height of one puzzle piece in mm. |
| pzl_thickness | Total puzzle plate thickness in mm. |
| pzl_tab_diam | Nominal tab/slot diameter in mm. Controls how pronounced the interlocking tabs are. |
| pzl_gap_half | CRITICAL: Half the clearance between pieces in mm. This is your fit tolerance and adjusts how tight or loose pieces fit. Every printer is different! |
SVG Artwork Settings
| Parameter | What It Does |
|---|---|
| svg_enable | Toggle to turn SVG inlay ON or OFF. When off, you get a plain puzzle. |
| svg_scale | Uniform scale for your SVG. 1.0 = original size. Adjust until it fits nicely within the puzzle bounds. |
| svg_pos_x | X position offset in mm. 0 = centered. Nudge left (negative) or right (positive). |
| svg_pos_y | Y position offset in mm. 0 = centered. Nudge down (negative) or up (positive). |
| svg_height | Depth of the SVG inlay in mm. Recommended: 0.4mm to 0.6mm. This controls how "deep" the art sits and is crucial for a clean multi-color print. |
SVG Transform
| Parameter | What It Does |
|---|---|
| svg_rot_deg | Rotate your SVG around its center in degrees. 0 = no rotation. |
| svg_flip_x | Mirror your SVG left/right. Useful for text or asymmetric designs. |
| svg_flip_y | Mirror your SVG top/bottom. |
SVG Safety Border
| Parameter | What It Does |
|---|---|
| clip_enable | Keep this ON (true) to prevent your SVG from extending beyond the puzzle surface into tabs or slots. |
| clip_margin | Inset distance from the puzzle edges in mm. Keeps your SVG safely away from piece borders. |
SVG Preview Colors (Visual Aid Only)
| Parameter | What It Does |
|---|---|
| ui_svg_white | Preview the SVG as white in OpenSCAD. |
| ui_svg_blue | Preview the SVG as blue. |
| ui_svg_teal | Preview the SVG as teal. |
| These are just for visualization in OpenSCAD! In your slicer, you can assign any filament color you want. |
Fit Tolerance — The Secret to Perfect Puzzles
The pzl_gap_half parameter is your key! It controls the gap between pieces and must be tuned to your specific printer and filament.
🎲 Quick Test Method:
- Print a 2×2 mini puzzle (4 pieces) with the default 0.07.
- Try to assemble. Do the pieces fit smoothly?
- Perfect fit = You found your value!
- Too tight / won't fit = Increase pzl_gap_half by 0.02mm.
- Too loose / wobbly = Decrease pzl_gap_half by 0.02mm.
- Re-print the test, adjust, and repeat until perfect. Lock in your value for all future puzzles!
Common Fit Problems & Fixes
| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Pieces stick/snap together | Gap too small | Increase pzl_gap_half by 0.02mm |
| Pieces fall apart easily | Gap too large | Decrease pzl_gap_half by 0.02mm |
| Some pieces fit, others don't | Printer calibration issue | Level your bed, calibrate e-steps/flow, check belt tension, then retry |
| Tabs break during removal | Gap too small OR poor layer adhesion | Increase the gap AND check layer height/temperature |
Quick Start Guide
- Customize Your Puzzle
- Set your desired size (pzl_cols, pzl_rows, pzl_piece_w, pzl_piece_h).
- Choose a pzl_seed for a unique tab layout.
- 🔥 Set pzl_gap_half based on your printer test!
- Add Your SVG
- Place your SVG file in the same folder as this .scad file.
- Set svg_file to your filename (e.g., "my_art.svg").
- Adjust svg_scale, svg_pos_x, and svg_pos_y until it looks perfect.
- Set svg_height to 0.4 or 0.6 for best results.
- Fine-Tune & Export
- Rotate or flip the SVG if needed.
- Ensure clip_enable is true.
- Render and Export as STL.
- Slice & Print
- Open the STL in your slicer (Bambu Studio, etc.).
- Print and enjoy your custom creation!
Tips
- Performance Limit: Due to computational complexity in OpenSCAD, generating puzzles larger than 10x10 (100 pieces) can be very slow or may fail. For best results, stay within this limit.
- Test Small First: Always print a 2x2 mini puzzle to dial in your tolerance and check SVG alignment before committing to a large print.
- Infinite Layouts: Want a different puzzle with the same image? Just change pzl_seed and export again!
- Document Your Tolerance: Once you find your perfect pzl_gap_half for a specific filament, write it down! Use it for all future puzzles on that printer.
Custom Requests Welcome!
Need something specific? I'm accepting requests for custom SVG-enabled tools like:
Specialized customizable generators (similar to our A1 Screen Cover)
Functional parts with SVG integration
Home and workshop organization tools
Personalized gift generators
Just leave a comment with your idea - let's build something amazing.
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- BOOKMARK for later—you'll want this again.
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- Share your Makes! We'd love to see your custom puzzles. Please mention the pzl_gap_half value you used!
Happy Printing!
License
This user content is licensed under a Standard Digital File License.
You shall not share, sub-license, sell, rent, host, transfer, or distribute in any way the digital or 3D printed versions of this object, nor any other derivative work of this object in its digital or physical format (including - but not limited to - remixes of this object, and hosting on other digital platforms). The objects may not be used without permission in any way whatsoever in which you charge money, or collect fees.
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