Black 3D printed slide with an irregular Voronoi lattice of different-sized cells in the sole and strap, on a white background

PFL-D02 · Zoned lattice

Voronoi Lattice Slide

An irregular Voronoi lattice whose cells get smaller where the foot needs more support.

By the PrintFoot Lab team · Last updated: 2026-11-03

The idea

PFL-D02 is our zoned lattice slide. Instead of repeating one cell shape, it uses a Voronoi pattern: irregular cells generated from scattered seed points. Placing more seed points in one area makes the cells there smaller and the lattice denser.

That makes it easy to vary support across the foot within a single part, which is the main thing printing can do that molding foam cannot.

Specifications

StructureVoronoi lattice with zoned cell size, one piece
MaterialTPU, Shore hardness around 85A to 90A
Suggested processPowder-bed printing (SLS or MJF)
Cell sizeAbout 3 mm under the heel and ball of the foot, up to 8 mm at the arch and strap
Strut diameter1.4 to 2.2 mm, thicker where cells are larger
Sole thicknessAbout 30 mm at the heel, 22 mm at the forefoot
ColourCharcoal black
Design size rangeEU 36 to 46

How the zoning works

Small cells with thin struts spread pressure under the heel and the ball of the foot. Larger cells with thicker struts at the arch and strap keep those areas flexible but still strong enough not to tear.

Why irregular cells

A regular lattice has straight lines of struts that can fold together under load. Irregular Voronoi cells share the load in more directions, which tends to give a more even feel. It also hides small print defects better.

Where it fits

Recovery after sport and all-day indoor wear, where pressure under the heel matters more than maximum airflow.

How it relates to our methods

Care

Rinse and air dry. Use a soft brush to clear grit from the smaller heel cells. Keep away from strong heat.

Printed to order

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