Best material:

PLA+ recommended for smooth strand definition and excellent structural balance.

Silk PLA or dual-color filament highly suggested to enhance the twisted rope texture.

Resin suitable for smaller wearable versions requiring ultra-smooth finish.

Layer height:

FDM (Creality K1C): 0.12 mm for crisp twist detailing

0.16 mm acceptable for decorative scaling

Resin: 0.03–0.05 mm for premium jewelry-quality surface

Supports:

No supports required.

The continuous twisted torus geometry maintains gradual curves under 45° when printed flat on one outer edge.

Infill:

20% gyroid for decorative version

100% if scaled for wearable strength

Walls:

3–4 perimeters recommended to preserve strand strength and ensure smooth outer curvature.

Orientation:

Print flat resting on one outer curve section for best stability.

Align seam to the inner ring surface to keep the outer braided texture clean.

Scale Suggestions:

18–22 mm inner diameter → wearable band

60–80 mm outer diameter → desk sculpture

120 mm → statement decorative art piece

Pastel Vortex Twist Band – Noah0x03