Kairou

Keep a pair of rings in a lattice tower

A keepsake tower for a pair of wedding rings, after the Venus flower basket, a deep sea glass sponge whose lattice often houses a pair of shrimp for life, given in Japan as a symbol of lasting marriage. The rings rest on the inner post behind the diagonal lattice; engrave initials below.

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Size (Base A): 56 × 56 × 128 mm
Shape: Square
Walls: 2.4 mm
Volume: 33.1 cm³
Est. weight (PLA): 41.1 g
Parts to print: 2
Category: Collections & display
Made by: Krypto
Built in: 31 steps

What’s in it

Square, 56 × 56 × 128 mm, with 2.4 mm walls
Engraved text: “A & B”
1 patterned wall panel (cut-out)
Telescoping lid (prints separately)
One more base built on (Base B)
Base B: round, Ø 12 mm, 70 mm tall (beside)

How to print it

Print in white or pearl PETG.

Prints as shown on its floor, no supports. The lid prints as a separate part, top down.

Filament: at most about 41.1 g of PLA printed solid (roughly $0.82 at $20 per kg); normal infill uses less.

To get the files, open it in the generator and choose File › Download STL (one file per part) or Download 3MF (every part on one plate).

Questions

What size is the kairou model?

The kairou model measures 56 × 56 × 128 mm (width × depth × height). That is Base A; one more base is built on. You can change every size in the free SO3D.xyz generator before you download it.

Does it need supports?

No. Print in white or pearl PETG. Prints as shown on its floor, no supports. The lid prints as a separate part, top down.

How much filament does it use?

At most about 41.1 g of PLA (33.1 cm³ printed solid), roughly $0.82 of filament at $20 per kg. Normal infill uses less.

How many parts does it print as?

2 parts. The download lays each part flat in its best print position: Download STL gives one file per part, Download 3MF puts them all on one plate.

Can I change it?

Yes. Open it in the SO3D.xyz generator (free, in your browser), change the size, walls, dividers, holes, text or anything else, then download it as STL or 3MF for your slicer.