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Clay 3D Printing
MAY 2026|PROJECT

Clay 3D Printing

Developing a custom toolhead to print clay

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3D PrintingMechanical DesignCeramics

Overview

I’ve developed a strong interest in 3D printing clay, and am working on converting my Anycubic Vyper into a clay printer.

Clay 3D printing research

The system will use compressed air for clay delivery and a stepper-driven screw for controlled clay extrusion.


Why clay?

Clay is reusable and eco-friendly. It’s fun to work with (but also very messy).

I’m fascinated by the beautiful patterns that others have made:

Clay designs


Update (Feb 2026)

I’m currently developing the clay printhead. Here’s version 1 (3D printed).

The design is intended to be easy and quick to disassemble for cleaning and component swaps.

Clay printhead V1 design Clay printhead V1 prototype