Turtle Feeding Bowl Stand

Summary A stepped feeding stand for turtles or tortoises, designed for a shallow bowl or for direct feeding without a bowl. Description This is a feeding bowl stand for a turtle or tortoise , designed to keep the feeding area cleaner and easier to access. The stepped shape helps the animal reach the food more comfortably. The center opening is made for a shallow round bowl, and the side cutout allows easy bowl removal for cleaning or refilling. The stand can also be used without a bowl , placing food directly in the center area. The model is assembled using M3x8 mm countersunk screws . The original version uses 14 screws , although fewer may also be enough depending on the rigidity you want. Bowl Dimensions Designed for a bowl with these dimensions: Rim diameter: 115 mm Bottom diameter: 90 mm Height: 18 mm Stand Dimensions Side length: 180 mm Height: 40 mm Hardware 14x M3x8 mm countersunk screws Fewer screws may also be used Print Settings Material: PLA or PETG Layer height: 0.2 mm recommended Infill: 15–20% Supports: Usually not required, but you may need to add a few supports depending on your printer Bridging: It may help to enable bridge settings / bridge tuning for better print quality, depending on your printer and slicer Notes Can be used with or without a bowl If using a bowl, make sure it matches the dimensions above A removable ceramic or stainless steel bowl is recommended for easier cleaning and food safety Depending on your printer, a few additional supports may improve the result