3D Christmas Tree Star Topper
3D Christmas Tree Star Topper
3D Christmas Tree Star Topper - Modern Low-Poly Design
A stunning modern low-poly Christmas star designed for 2.10m (7ft) trees. Features a hollow interior perfect for illuminating with your tree's built-in lights or LED branches!
Features
⭐ Modern Geometric Design - Sharp, low-poly aesthetic for contemporary Christmas decor ⭐ Hollow Interior - Allows tree branch lights to shine through the star ⭐ Secure Branch Mount - Tapered socket (20mm → 8mm) grips branches firmly ⭐ Print-Optimized - Horizontal orientation for easy, support-free printing ⭐ Fully Parametric - Customize all dimensions in OpenSCAD ⭐ Lightweight - Thin walls (1.5mm) won't weigh down your tree top
Specifications
- Dimensions: 16cm x 16cm x 7cm (6.3" x 6.3" x 2.75")
- Wall Thickness: 1.5mm
- Mount Socket: 50mm deep, tapers from 20mm to 8mm
- Material: PLA recommended (lightweight, rigid)
- Print Time: ~4-6 hours
- Supports: None required (horizontal print orientation)
- Infill: 15-20% recommended
What's Included
- OpenSCAD source file (.scad) - fully parametric and customizable
- Pre-configured STL file ready to print (horizontal orientation)
Customization
All parameters are adjustable:
- Star dimensions (width, height, depth)
- Wall thickness
- Mount socket diameter and depth
- Inner/outer point ratio
- Print orientation (horizontal/vertical)
Print Settings
Recommended:
- Orientation: Horizontal (pre-configured, prints flat)
- Layer Height: 0.2mm
- Supports: None needed
- Infill: 15-20%
- Material: PLA (easy to print, lightweight)
Note: Model includes a thin sacrificial base disc (0.6mm) for bed adhesion - easily snaps off after printing.
Assembly
- Print the star in horizontal orientation
- Remove sacrificial base disc
- Insert tree branch through bottom socket
- Position lights inside hollow cavity for illumination
- Enjoy your modern Christmas tree!
Compatibility
- Tree Size: Designed for 2.10m (7ft) trees
- Branch Diameter: Fits branches up to 20mm diameter
- Lighting: Compatible with standard tree branch lights or small LED strips
Pro Tips
💡 Print in gold, silver, or white PLA for classic Christmas look 💡 Use translucent/glow PLA for enhanced light diffusion 💡 Insert battery-powered LED fairy lights into the hollow cavity for stunning effect
License
Personal and commercial use allowed. Attribution appreciated!
Designed with OpenSCAD for maximum customization and festive joy! 🎄✨
Design by acosta290 on MakerWorld (license: BY-SA).