Rinsler — Desk Light Cycle
Created 1 months ago
Description
A stylized desk display piece inspired by vintage sci-fi light cycles. This version features an aggressive front cowl, chevron-sliced side fairings, and a solid neon light stream trailing out from the rear tire.
Features
- Flat Stance: The underside of the chassis and tires are sliced at Z=1.5mm to sit perfectly flush against the build plate without needing supports underneath.
- Hubless Silhouette: Deep-set, open-core wheels echo classic sci-fi rims.
- Integrated Stream: The solid light trail serves as both a visual anchor and extra balance for the model.
Print Notes
- Two-color capability recommended to separate the chassis elements from the neon glows and trail.
- The "Rinsler" stamp is small and obscure — orient the part to catch good cooling, or use a smaller nozzle if you want to hold the fine edges on the lettering.
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