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Here’s a refined and professional version of your Rounded Vortex Model description, with a clear intro, organized formatting, and slicer-neutral terminology:

Rounded Vortex – Smooth, Modern Design
This vortex model features a sleek, rounded geometry that sets it apart from traditional vortex prints. It’s easy to print, fun to watch as it forms layer by layer, and safe enough to keep on hand—even for younger users.

Inspired by RJ Design, this version is entirely my own creation. I’ll soon be posting the original design files (.F3D and .STEP/.STP) along with a commercial license on my Patreon—stay tuned!

Safety Note:
If printing for young children, be sure to scale the model larger than the size of their mouth to avoid any choking hazard.

Important:
Allow the build plate to fully cool before removing the vortex to prevent warping of the parts.

Color Tips:
Experiment with bold or contrasting color schemes to bring out the layered geometry and visual depth.

 

Print Settings:

  • Infill: 0% (No overhangs requiring internal support)
  • Supports: No
  • Brim: No
  • Filament: PLA, PETG, or ABS/ASA
  • Layer Height: 0.2 mm recommended
  • Perimeters: 2
  • Top/Bottom Layers: 4
  • Print Speed: 50–60 mm/s
  • Cooling: 100% fan after initial layers

Advanced Tip:
To improve fit and tolerances, adjust your slicer's horizontal size compensation (also called XY size compensation or horizontal expansion) to -0.3 mm.

 

Enjoy & Happy Printing!

Originality of the Model

The author declares that this work is their personally original model

This model is licensed under the following terms:

Standard Digital File License

This work is licensed under a Standard Digital File License. Digital files have a strict non-commercial, personal use only license.

You shall not share, sub-license, sell, rent, host, transfer, or distribute in any way the digital file or 3D printed versions of this object, nor any other derivative work of this object in its digital or physical format (including remixes of this object). You can not host these files on other digital platforms, web stores or cloud repositories. The objects may not be used in any way whatsoever in which you charge money, collect fees.

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