This chessboard was designed to combine design, strength, and 3D printing optimization.

The structure consists of:

4 interlocking modules for the playing surface5 bottom reinforcement modules, to be glued in place after inserting the magnets, designed to strengthen and stiffen the entire boardThe design is optimized for 256×256 mm print beds, making it fully compatible with Bambu Lab A1 with AMS and similar printers.

Key Features: 4-piece modular playing surfaceIntegrated magnetic systemReinforced bottom structure with 5 support modulesCustomizable surface using textured build platesCompatible with any chess piece setThe surface effect shown on the playing area is achieved using a diamond-textured PEI build plate, which transfers its texture directly onto the print, creating dynamic light reflections.

👉 Other textured build plates can also be used to achieve different finishes (carbon look, satin, geometric patterns, etc.), making each chessboard unique.

Embedded magnets help stabilize the pieces during gameplay.Any chess set can be made magnetic by simply attaching adhesive steel plates under the pieces.

Final assembled dimensions:298 × 298 mmSquare size:35 × 35 mmThe board is proportioned to work perfectly with chess pieces featuring a base diameter of approximately 28–30 mm.

The chess pieces shown in the photos are the Monarch Noir model created by maker GraFabLab

Materials used for the version shown:

Adhesive steel plates for the chess pieces:https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0C2YZYDBJ

Neodymium magnets used inside the chessboard:https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0C84SYYRCEquivalent magnets and steel plates can also be used, as long as their dimensions match the designed slots.

Magnetic chessboard

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill