Tumbling-block hex caddy — 3D-printable model preview

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Tumbling-block hex caddy

Split a hexagon into three rhombus bays that read as a cube

A desk caddy built on an optical illusion. Three dividers from the centre split a hexagon into three rhombus bays, and from above they read as a cube seen corner-on, like an old tumbling-block quilt. It is a useful three-way organiser that looks three-dimensional when it is flat.

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Size: 200 × 200 × 50 mm
Shape: Hexagonal
Walls: 2.4 mm
Volume: 164 cm³
Est. weight (PLA): 203 g
Parts to print: 1
Category: Geometric & decorative
Made by: Krypto
Built in: 10 steps

What’s in it

Hexagonal, 200 × 200 × 50 mm, with 2.4 mm walls
Radial dividers making 3 wedge-shaped sections

How to print it

Seen from above, the three bays make the classic tumbling-block cube illusion; paint them three shades.

Prints as shown on its floor, no supports.

Filament: at most about 203 g of PLA printed solid (roughly $4.06 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 tumbling-block hex caddy model?

The tumbling-block hex caddy model measures 200 × 200 × 50 mm (width × depth × height). You can change every size in the free SO3D.xyz generator before you download it.

Does it need supports?

No. Seen from above, the three bays make the classic tumbling-block cube illusion; paint them three shades. Prints as shown on its floor, no supports.

How much filament does it use?

At most about 203 g of PLA (164 cm³ printed solid), roughly $4.06 of filament at $20 per kg. Normal infill uses less.

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.

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Make it fit your space

Change the size, walls, dividers, holes and labels of the tumbling-block hex caddy model in your browser, then download it for your printer. Free, no CAD needed.

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