Conceptic Bowls

Conceptic's 3D-printed bowls

Conceptic makes ceramic bowls in Russia using 3D printing. Its designs, such as the 3D-15 and 3D-17, are phunnel bowls, and many come in a choice of colours, for example Black or Blue.

How a phunnel works

A phunnel has a raised hole in the centre instead of holes in the floor. The juices from the tobacco stay in the bowl rather than running down into the stem, and the tobacco sits in a ring around the spire.

Comparing the designs

• Size: check the height and weight on each listing. The 3D-15 and 3D-17 both stand 7.4cm tall and weigh about 170g.
• Capacity: where a listing gives it, use it as a guide to how much tobacco to pack. The 3D-15 holds about 15g.
• Shape: the printed patterns differ from design to design, so compare the photos and pick the look you like.

Conceptic bowls are listed as working with a Kaloud Lotus, so you can skip foil if you have one. See the Kaloud range or other heat management devices.

Packing tip

Fluff the tobacco and drop it in around the centre spire, keeping it loose and below the rim. A stopper or fork from forks and pokers stops strands falling down the centre hole while you pack.

Questions

What is the difference between the 3D-15 and 3D-17?

They share the same 7.4cm height and about 170g weight. The 3D-15 lists a capacity of about 15g, so compare the shapes in the photos to choose.

Do Conceptic bowls work with a Kaloud Lotus?

Yes, the 3D-15 and 3D-17 are listed as working with a Kaloud Lotus.