Pixel Cat Keychain – Retro-Inspired Design
The pixel cat keychain is a charming and playful accessory, perfect for fans of retro aesthetics, pixel art, and cats. With its simple yet expressive design, it adds a fun and unique touch to your keys or bag. Features: Compact and…
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About this model
The pixel cat keychain is a charming and playful accessory, perfect for fans of retro aesthetics, pixel art, and cats. With its simple yet expressive design, it adds a fun and unique touch to your keys or bag.
Features:
- Compact and lightweight – ideal for everyday carry.
- Layered structure:
- Cat figure – a white pixel-style cat with black contour lines, giving a strong contrast and a distinct 8-bit look.
- Background options – available in two variants: rectangular with a black frame or shaped to match the cat’s silhouette.
- Mounting hole – for attaching to keyrings, backpacks, or lanyards.
A must-have for cat lovers and retro gaming fans – cute, geeky, and full of personality!
Print settings
These are the settings the model was actually printed and tested with — the profile in the 3MF is already set up this way, so you can send it straight to the printer.
- Layer height: 0.16 mm
- Nozzle: 0.4 mm
- Walls: 2
- Infill: 15 %
- Filament: ~16 g
Files
The model is free on MakerWorld and ships as a ready-to-print 3MF with the print profile inside — no slicer setup needed. Hit the download button above; the file is hosted there, not on 3DX.
Frequently asked questions
How do I attach this to my keychain or bag?
The model includes a mounting hole designed for keyrings, backpack clips, or lanyards. After printing, simply thread your chosen ring or clip through the hole — no additional hardware or post-processing is required.
Can I print this with a single-color printer, or does it need an AMS?
The design uses a white cat with black contour lines and a black background, so you will need either a multi-material system (like an AMS) or a manual filament swap at the correct layer height. The ready-to-print 3MF profile handles the color changes automatically if your printer supports it.
What is the approximate print time for this keychain?
The article lists the filament usage at about 16 grams, but does not specify a print time. With the recommended 0.16 mm layer height and 0.4 mm nozzle, a typical print of this size and weight usually takes between 45 minutes and 1.5 hours, depending on your printer speed and the number of color changes.
