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

1. Print the star in horizontal orientation
2. Remove sacrificial base disc
3. Insert tree branch through bottom socket
4. Position lights inside hollow cavity for illumination
5. 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! 🎄✨