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DIY 3D Relief World Cup Trophy: Desktop CNC Machining Guide

by CHENmaxmake 23 Jul 2026 0 comments
DIY 3D Relief World Cup Trophy: Desktop CNC Machining Guide

"Deep in the heart of every football fan lives a dream of holding the golden cup. Today, right on our workbench, we bring that passion and glory to life with desktop precision machining."

Project Overview

The FIFA World Cup Trophy features intricate curves and detailed human muscular contours, making it an ultimate test for desktop CNC performance. Utilizing the high-precision 3D relief machining capabilities of the HiMill D1S, we faithfully reproduced the trophy's fine lines and, paired with meticulous post-processing, created a piece with remarkably realistic metallic texture.

Project Name 3D Relief World Cup Trophy
Machine Used HiMill D1S Desktop CNC
Core Material High-Density Tooling Board / Aluminum Stock
Final Product Champion Replica Trophy, Premium Desktop Art Piece
Cycle Time Approx. 50 Hours
Difficulty Level ★★★★☆ (Intricate 3D relief requiring strict stepover precision)

Stage 1: CAM Settings & Tooling Parameters

The 3D model of the World Cup Trophy contains complex globe textures and dynamic athlete silhouettes. To achieve a silk-smooth surface finish, we adopted a Raster Finishing strategy.

1. 3.175mm (1/8") 3-Flute Spiral End Mill (Roughing)

Stepover: 1.587 mm

Stepdown (DOC): 0.2 mm

Cutting Feed Rate: 200 mm/min

Plunge Feed Rate: 100 mm/min

Spindle Speed: 13,000 RPM

2. 3.175mm (1/8") Ball Nose End Mill (3D Finishing)

Stepover: 0.1 mm

Stepdown (DOC): 1 mm

Cutting Feed Rate: 500 mm/min

Plunge Feed Rate: 200 mm/min

Spindle Speed: 13,000 RPM

3. 3.175mm (1/8") Single Flute Spiral End Mill (Secondary Clearing / Profiling)

Stepover: 1.5 mm

Stepdown (DOC): 0.2 mm

Cutting Feed Rate: 500 mm/min

Plunge Feed Rate: 200 mm/min

Spindle Speed: 13,000 RPM

4. 0.2mm Flat Bottom Engraving Bit (Fine Detail / Text)

Stepover: 0.12 mm

Stepdown (DOC): 2 mm

Cutting Feed Rate: 300 mm/min

Plunge Feed Rate: 100 mm/min

Spindle Speed: 13,000 RPM

CAM 3D relief toolpath strategy for machining the World Cup Trophy in 3D modeling software.

Stage 2: Machining & Process Control

1.
Layered Machining: For tall 3D relief models, always execute a roughing pass to clear bulk material before switching to the 0.1mm stepover finishing parameters.
2.
Strict Tolerance Control: We set the machining tolerance to 0.1 mm to ensure the "FIFA WORLD CUP" lettering engraved at the base remains crisp and fully legible.
3.
Rock-Solid Stability: Running continuously at 13,000 RPM for 50 hours requires great machine rigidity. The heavy-duty chassis of the HiMill D1S prevents machine resonance even during rapid back-and-forth 3D raster motion.
HiMill D1S desktop CNC machine executing fine 3D relief milling on high-density tooling board.

Stage 3: Post-Processing & Visual Upgrade

1.
Micro-Sanding: Although the 0.1mm stepover leaves a remarkably smooth texture, light sanding with 2000-grit wet sandpaper removes micro-lines and preps the surface for a mirror finish.
2.
Metallic Gold Finish: Apply multiple thin coats of premium metallic spray paint (such as Titanium Gold). This step is crucial for transforming the piece from a "plastic-looking prototype" into a glowing art display.
3.
Base Assembly: Pair the trophy with a contrasting white circular base (engraved with "CHAMPION") to enhance visual depth and elegance.
Sanding and applying metallic gold paint to the CNC machined World Cup Trophy.

The Result: Pure Football Passion

Once the gold paint cures, the weight of victory and glory immediately takes hold.

Crisp Details: The continental outlines on the globe are razor-sharp, and the layered text at the base stands out with striking clarity.
Lustrous Finish: Under warm lighting, the 3D curved surfaces create smooth, soft diffuse reflections that resemble real solid gold.
Sentiment: It's more than a CNC project—it's the ultimate gift for football fans and a tribute to the passion of the game.
Finished 3D relief World Cup Trophy replica glowing under warm lighting on a wooden desk.

📦 Project Downloads

Ready to carve your own trophy? Download the complete 3D project files below!

Download via Google Drive
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