Microscope Slide to STL

Instructions

  1. Upload a microscope or other image using the button below.
  2. Adjust the relief height slider to set how pronounced the raised features will be. The maximum total slide height is 8 mm.
  3. Click Download STL to save your 3D model for printing.
  4. Preview your model in greyscale and as a coloured height map (blue = low, red = high).
  5. For multi-colour prints, use your slicer's colour change or pause at height feature to swap filament at the desired layer.
  6. Recommended: Print in a light colour and paint or ink the relief for best tactile and visual results.
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Preview (greyscale relief):

Height Map (blue = low, red = high):