The Pill Lamp

Hello, I’m sharing a lamp model that I designed a few months ago. It needed a few modifications before being published, but here it is. In fact, this is the first lamp I’ve designed. I’ve always made other things, but I never took the time to make something like this and honestly, I hadn’t planned to upload it as a model, but I liked the idea that other people could enjoy something I created.

The lamp consists of a base and a diffuser. The wiring, socket, and switch are assembled into the base, and the diffuser is removable thanks to a sliding system. The base was printed in PLA and the diffuser in PETG.

Hardware

1. 1x Ceramic E27 socket (hole diameter for the socket: 36 mm)
2. 1x Switch 2 pin KCD1
3. 1× E27 bulb (note: it must be an elongated bulb or one that does not exceed 48 mm in diameter)
4. Wire

3D Files

Everything you need is on my MakerWorld profile. You’ll be able to find the print profiles or the individual parts in .stl format so you can download them.

https://makerworld.com/es/models/2206463-the-pill-lamp#profileId-2398014

The design was a bit chaotic at first because I didn’t know exactly what I wanted. I had a few sketches, but many parts of the final design were defined directly in the CAD model. Of course, I had to go through several trial-and-error versions. Overall, it was very enjoyable, and I’ll definitely design more models in the future.

The model is quite easy to print. All the parts, except for the diffuser, can be printed with basic settings. I did it this way and had no issues in all the tests I ran; you just need to make sure the necessary supports are enabled.

Unlike the other parts, I printed the diffuser in PETG using spiral vase mode. This greatly improves the final finish. I also adjusted the wall thickness to 0.8 mm using a 0.4 mm nozzle, so it would be sturdy and not deform.

Once all the parts are printed, we can start carrying out some assemblies and modifications.

This step is optional, but it will give the base better stability and also a better tactile feel. The main base is hollow and separated from the connection area so it can be filled with a material that adds weight. In this case, I filled it with a bit of cement, but it can also be plaster, or even nuts or small pieces of metal combined with some adhesive.

With this ready and fully cured, we can permanently close that space. For this, use the cover piece: apply a bit of glue and then press it firmly so everything seals properly.

Now we can continue with the wiring, which has no real complexity. Simply place the socket and secure it with glue or with the screw in the hole of the model. Insert the switch until it clicks into place, pass the power cable through the square hole in the base, connect everything, and that’s it. The only thing left is to close everything with the small cover and a small screw.

Now let’s move on to the diffuser, which has only one step. Since this part is printed in spiral vase mode, the section that acts as the rail cannot be included, so it is printed separately and attached afterward. Just make sure the small block points downward, then press-fit the parts together. A few small drops of glue are also very helpful.

And with this, we have all the parts finished and ready to be assembled.

And that would be everything. Just place the diffuser aligned with the channels, rotate it slightly to lock it in place, and you’re all set.

I hope you liked this model and that it can help make a space in your home a bit warmer and more inviting.