Spire castle mould

cults3d

When designing my castle mold, I envisioned creating a simple yet original structure featuring spires and a seamless, one-piece design for easy use. My primary objective was to ensure that the sand castle mold effectively fulfilled its purpose by producing a complete sand castle when the mold was removed. By crafting the mold in this manner, users can add sand, then remove the mold, resulting in a standalone sand castle. I incorporated small support rods within the mold's interior, eliminating the need for external support materials during printing. These rods can be snapped off once the mold is complete. To facilitate ease of use and design, I made the mold symmetrical, simplifying both printing and designing processes. To ensure smooth release from the sand, I designed tapered sections on certain parts of the mold. The math involved in creating this design centered around calculating the optimal height-to-width ratio for the castle mold. A wider base was necessary to support the desired height without compromising stability. After conducting extensive testing, I determined that a 1/3 ratio between the base and height of the mold provided the ideal balance between stability and structural integrity. To achieve detailed results, I set the 3D printer's wall thickness to 1.5 mm during printing. For optimal performance, it is recommended to set the printer speed to 50 mm per second.