The Cross on the Tower of Jesus Christ
- Additive Companion
- SFSagrada Familia Foundation
- Manufacturing Assembly
- 2026
- Spain
Summary
No part of the cross that tops off the Tower of Jesus Christ is 3D printed. The ceramic component parts that make up the the cross were developed and produced by Ceramica Cumella, who provided the shaping, glazing, and firing of each tile through a highly specialized ceramic process.
The firing process required customised 3D-printed ceramic supports specifically designed to respond to the geometry and thermal behaviour of the ceramic parts, helping to control deformation and preserve the intended shape before final assembly.
The final piece of the cross was installed in February 2026 was blessed by Pope Leo XIV in June of the same year.
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Technology Details
- Paste Deposition
- Material Extrusion
- Ceramic Mix
- Slurry
Process Steps
Printer category: Material Extrusion
- 1
Step 1Printing
- Technology
- Material
Application Profile
€€€€
€100–€499.99
Indicative single unit production cost at time of manufacture.
Prototypes / Samples / One-Offs
Component
★★★
Uses naturally abundant, bio-based, or fully recycled materials that process efficiently with low energy, minimising environmental impact and long-term waste. This rating relates to the technology type only. The design, purpose and longevity of the entire object can offset any of the technology type's negative sustainability credentials.
Moulding & Casting
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