Simple plate compatible with fillets

Simple Plate 🎨

Overview

Meet Simple Plate – your go-to parametric model for creating solid rectangular plates with customizable dimensions! Whether you need a sharp-cornered plate or a beautifully rounded one, this model has got you covered. Just set your width, depth, and height, choose your corner style, and you're ready to go! ✨

Key Features

• 🎯 Flexible Dimensions: Set width, depth, and height independently – the plate of your dreams is just a few clicks away!
• 🔧 Processing Options: Choose between sharp corners (no processing) or smooth, rounded fillets
• 📏 Precision Guaranteed: Your specified dimensions stay accurate even after fillet processing
• 🛡️ Smart Validation: Automatic checks ensure your fillet radius makes sense for your dimensions

Parameters

Dimensions

width

• What it does: Sets the horizontal dimension
• Unit: mm
• Default: 210
• Range: Any positive value

depth

• What it does: Sets the vertical dimension
• Unit: mm
• Default: 250
• Range: Any positive value

height

• What it does: Sets the plate thickness
• Unit: mm
• Default: 5
• Range: Any positive value

Processing

processing_type

• What it does: Choose how to handle the corners
• Options:
  • "加工無し" (No processing): Sharp corners, simple rectangular solid
  • "フィレット" (Fillet): Smooth, rounded corners
• Default: "フィレット"

fillet_radius

• What it does: Controls how round the corners are (only used with fillet processing)
• Unit: mm
• Default: 2
• Range: 0 < fillet_radius ≤ half of the smallest dimension
• Note: If this value is too large, you'll see an error message

How to Use

1. Start Customizing 🚀

Click the "Customize" button on the model page. The Parametric Model Maker interface will open, ready for your creative input!

2. Adjust Parameters 🎛️

In the parameter panel, tweak these values:

Dimensions Section

• width: Use the slider or type in the horizontal dimension
• depth: Use the slider or type in the vertical dimension
• height: Use the slider or type in the thickness

Processing Section

• processing_type: Choose from the dropdown menu – sharp or smooth corners?
• fillet_radius: If you chose fillets, set how round you want those corners to be

3. Preview Your Creation 👀

As you change parameters, watch your model update in real-time in the 3D preview pane! Rotate and zoom to see your plate from every angle.

Things to check:

• ✅ Are the dimensions what you wanted?
• ✅ Do the fillets look good?
• ✅ Is the thickness suitable for 3D printing?

4. Generate & Download 📥

Happy with your design? Click "Generate" or "Export"!

1. Choose your format:
   • STL: Perfect for 3D printing (recommended)
   • STEP: If you want to edit it in CAD software
2. Download: Your file is ready!

5. Slice It Up 🍰

Import your downloaded file into your slicer software (like Bambu Studio) and get it ready for printing.

Steps (for Bambu Studio):

1. Click "Import" in Bambu Studio
2. Select your downloaded file
3. Adjust print settings (layer height, infill, etc.)
4. Click "Slice"
5. Send it to your printer!

Examples

Example 1: Simple Thin Plate (No Processing)

width = 100 depth = 100 height = 3 processing_type = "加工無し"

Perfect for when you need a thin plate! ⚠️ Watch out for those sharp corners though.

Example 2: Filleted Plate

width = 210 depth = 250 height = 5 processing_type = "フィレット" fillet_radius = 2

Smooth, safe, and stylish! The rounded corners make it both beautiful and practical.

Example 3: Thick Plate with Big Fillets

width = 300 depth = 200 height = 10 processing_type = "フィレット" fillet_radius = 3

With more thickness, you can go bigger on those fillets for an even smoother look!

Validation & Errors

Error: "Fillet radius is too large"

What happened: Your fillet radius exceeded the maximum (half of the smallest dimension).

How to fix:

• Make fillet_radius smaller
• Or increase the smallest of width, depth, or height

Example: If your height is 5mm, the maximum fillet radius is 2.5mm.

Warning: "Warning: Fillet radius may be too large"

What happened: Your fillet radius is above the recommended value (80% of maximum).

How to fix:

• It'll still work, but consider using a smaller value for safety
• Set fillet_radius to 80% or less of the maximum

Auto-Limiting

If your fillet radius is too large, it'll automatically be limited to the maximum value. This prevents shape issues and keeps your plate looking good!

Troubleshooting

Preview Not Showing? 🤔

• Double-check that all parameter values are correct
• Make sure all dimensions are positive numbers

Fillets Not Working? 🔧

• Is processing_type set to "フィレット"?
• Is fillet_radius greater than 0?

Shape Looks Weird? 😕

• Your fillet radius might be too large – try a smaller value
• If your plate is very thin, your fillet options are limited

Tips & Notes

• Fillet radius must be half or less of the smallest dimension
• Thinner plates have fewer fillet radius options
• Complex or large models might take a bit longer to render
• For 3D printing, make sure your plate is thick enough (we recommend at least 3mm)

Have Fun! 🎉

Now go create some awesome plates! Whether it's for a project, a gift, or just because you can – the possibilities are endless. Happy printing! 🖨️✨