Whether it’s samples at the grocery store or birthday party favors, you just can’t beat free. The same applies to 3D models. Thanks to the unlimited ability to duplicate digital files, free models are fairly easy to come by, but not all 3D model repositories host printable models. So I’ve sifted through them to make it even easier for you. We have a page dedicated to these free model sites, but not everyone comes across it, so here’s the list with more explanation and pictures:
3D Content Central
This is the engineer’s dream website. There are thousands of parts and assemblies available, many of them customizable and all of them free. A lot of the digital parts are created and uploaded by the suppliers of those parts, and that separates 3D Content Central from other repositories. It makes the site like a giant, virtual warehouse of nuts, bolts, flanges, pipe connectors, gears, and everything else. The site doesn’t specifically cater to 3D printing, but because of the engineering emphasis, many of the CAD/CAM files are printable due to being created in SolidWorks.
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3D Parts Database at Shapeways
All models in this section of the Shapeways site are free and tested to “print for sure.” Unfortunately I’ve never made it into this section; there’s a link loop and an error that prevent navigating to the parts. So if any Shapeways employee reads this, please pass it on and let us at the free stuff.
CG Trader
CG Trader is another repository that isn’t dedicated to 3D printing but has wisely adopted support. By clicking the “3D print ready” and “free” filters, all available models can be browsed, searched, and downloaded. There’s not a huge selection, but it’s growing.
Cubify3d Printable Models Download Free Online
Yes, the company that produces the most consumer-oriented 3D printer, the Cube, and distributes some of the easiest-to-use CAD/CAM software (Invent, Design, and Sculpt), also hosts a 3D file repository/shop. Most of the models are for sale, uploaded by designers and Cubify, but a lot are free. I’ll be honest; part of the reason I’m posting this now rather than earlier is because Cubify only recently separated the free from the rest. Before that users had to click through all the pages to find the free ones and I didn’t want to tell readers to do that. Thanks Cubify.
GrabCAD
Another engineering CAD site is GrabCAD, which is specifically designed to help artists/engineers collaborate on models. There’s a 3D printing category with a load of pages of models. The community is especially robust here with a large and active user base participating in regular challenges, so if you like to give/receive feedback and interact with other designers then definitely check out GrabCAD.
Thingiverse
My favorite, clearly. It’s the only one on this list that’s (mostly) dedicated to 3D printing where everything is free. It’s owned by MakerBot, which is now owned by Stratasys. The user base is incredibly active, large, and growing, and there are challenges that reward Replicator 2s. There are so, so many printable models, most of which include helpful print settings from the creator and other users that have printed the objects. If the thought “I wonder if anyone has modeled this,” occurs to you, search Thingiverse first.
TraceParts
Similar to 3D Content Central, here we find a large database of mechanical and engineering related parts that can be downloaded in a variety of file formats. Again, many of the models are from suppliers, so you know they’re accurate.
There you have it. If you’re looking for a pre-modeled object, run your search through this list. It’s by no means a complete list, so if your favorite isn’t shown then please do share.
We asked couple known 3D designers and prepared some printable object for you to print. They are ideal for the first prints on your new printer. STL and GCODE files are available after installing the drivers package in “3D Objects” folder on your Desktop or in the Start menu and you just have to copy them onto your SD card.
Located in the SL1 folder, these files are used to test the Original Prusa SL1. Print these objects before you start printing your own models to make sure your 3D printer works as expected.
Original Prusa SL1 Test Object
Author: Michal Fanta
This is the default test object bundled with your Original Prusa SL1 3D printer. By default, this object is stored in the printer (go to Print -> Examples to find it). However, if you have deleted it, or if you want to slice it with different settings, download it from PrusaPrinters.org
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Prusa Clay Army
Author: Michal Fanta
This is the default test object bundled with your Original Prusa SL1 3D printer. By default, this object is stored in the printer (go to Print -> Examples to find it). However, if you have deleted it, or if you want to slice it with different settings, download it from PrusaPrinters.org. The main purpose of this sample object is to test whether your 3D printer works perfectly across the entire print platform. 3d Printable Models Free Download
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Petrin Lookout Tower
Author: TomasT.
One of the sample objects bundled with the SL1. Petřín Lookout Tower, one of the most prominent landmarks of Prague, is 63.5 metres high, and 299 steps lead to its peak. The view from its top overlooks not only the whole city, but on a clear day you can see nearly all of Bohemia.
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Located in MMU2 folders, these files are used to test Multi Material 2.0 upgrade for MK3 and MK2.5.
Herringbone planetary gear + Pliers
Author: Emmett Lalish & ShawnGano
Special herringbone planetary gear. The only way you can manufacture this piece is using 3D printing, because the interlocking gears cannot be assembled afterwards. Waste object (with wipe into infill) is Pliers by ShawnGano. Print takes roughly 5 hours at 200 µm layer height with 5 materials. (Ext. 1 – Blue, Ext. 2 – Red, Ext. 3 – Green, Ext. 4 – Yellow)
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3D Benchy (2 colors)
Author: CreativeTools
#3DBenchy is a 3D model specifically designed for testing and benchmarking 3D printers. It is a small recognisable object that you can download for free, make and share. Print takes roughly 8 hours at 150 µm layer height with 2 materials (Ext. 1 – Red, Ext. 2 – Black).
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3D Benchy + handles (5 colors)
Author: CreativeTools
#3DBenchy is a 3D model specifically designed for testing and benchmarking 3D printers. It is a small recognisable object that you can download for free, make and share. Including 4 handles as waste objects. Print takes roughly 16 hours at 200 µm layer height with 5 materials (Ext. 1 – Orange, Ext. 2 – Green, Ext. 3 – Yellow, Ext. 4 – Red, Ext. 5 – Blue).
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MiniJo
Author: Dominik Cisar
The Man. The myth. The legend. ? Print takes roughly 22 hours at 200 µm layer height with 5 materials (Ext. 1 – White, Ext. 2 – Biege, Ext. 3 – Green, Ext. 4 – Grey, Ext. 5 – Black).
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Striped Lizard
Author: Cipis
3-color remix of the “Gecko by WebmasterZero” made by cipis. Original model on Thingiverse. Print takes roughly 3 hours and 40 minutes at 200 µm layer height with 3 materials (Ext. 1 – Green, Ext. 2 – Blue, Ext. 3 – Orange).
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Sheep
Author: Cipis
2-color remix of the “Wooly Sheep by pmoews” made by cipis. Original model on Thingiverse Print takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes at 200 µm layer height with 2 materials 123 mp3 telugu music mp3 free download dangdut koplo. (Ext. 1 – Blue, Ext. 2 – Silver).
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Located in MK3/MK3S folder, these files are used to test the Original Prusa MK3/MK3S.
Nefertiti
Author: Scan The World (Model on MyMiniFactory)
The bust of Nefertiti – this model is optimized for the Original Prusa i3 MK3. This revised model was scanned and processed by artists Nora Al-Badri and Jan Nikolai Nelles for their project “The Other Nefertiti”; their intention is to make cultural objects publicly available to everyone. Print takes roughly 7 hours and 30 minutes at 150 µm layer height.
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Sample files for Original Prusa i3 MK3 and MK2/MK2S (use the models located in specific directory depending on your printer – MK2 for the MK2/S, MK3 for the MK3). These models are not compatible with Multi Material upgrade, however you can simply use g-codes/STLs from the “MK2MMSingleMode” directory.
SPITFIRE MK XVI
Author: 3DLabPrint
3DLabPrint made a special version of Spitfire for Original Prusa i3 “MK1” and Original Prusa i3 MK2 printers and you can find the g-codes, guides and everything you need in the new Drivers 1.7.5 we released on November 28, 2016! The same g-codes are compatible with both printers and are located in Objects/MK2/SpitfireMkXVI ver1.2 folder on your desktop after the installation. The same folder also contains guide how to fully assemble the plane and fly with it! Read more on PrusaPrinters.org.
Available only on the SD card bundled with our printers
Triceratops head with supports
Author: Scan The World (Model on MyMiniFactory)
This object is a part of “Scan The World”. Scan the World is a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, through which we are creating a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks and landmarks from across the globe for the public to access for free. Print takes roughly 4 hours and 40 minutes at 150 µm layer height and is generated with Simplify3D for better supports.
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Pug Buddy
Author: Jindrich Benes (Prusa3D)
Josef Prusa’s very own pug. Print in black. Print takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes at 150 µm layer height.
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License: CC BY-SA 3.0 Adalinda
Author: Louise Driggers aka. Loubie (Model on Thingiverse)
Amazing model of a dragon which we even use on our promotional photos ? Print takes roughly 7-8 hours at 200 µm layer height.
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Treefrog
Author: Morena Protti (Model on Thingiverse)
This treefrog is commonly used as a 3D printing benchmark. We prepared the G-Code file with 50 microns layer height to show you what your printer is capable of ? Print takes roughly 4 hours and 30 minutes at 50 µm layer height.
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License: CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 Castle
Author: Виктор_Бабаев (Model on Pinshape)
Amazingly detailed model of a castle. We like to use it as a showpiece to demonstrate how intricate things you can print ? Print takes roughly 15 hours (11 hours on the MK3) at 100 µm layer height.
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License: CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 3DHubs Marvin
Author: 3DHubs
Marvin is a simple keychain, which also serves as a quick benchmark for your 3D printer. Print takes roughly 50 minutes at 100 µm layer height.
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Herringbone planetary gear
Author: Emmett Lalish
Special herringbone planetary gear. The only way you can manufacture this piece is 3D printing, since the interlocking gears cannot be assembled from separate pieces. Print takes roughly 3 hours at 100 µm layer height.
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Vase
Author: Be3D (Model on Thingiverse)
A vase. You can put flowers in it. Print takes roughly 7 hours at 200 µm layer height.
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License: CC BY-SA 3.0 Prusa Bottle Opener
Author: Dominik Císař
As an example what is possible to print with our Colorprint we designed Prusa Bottle Opener :D. The print is supposed to take approx. 30 minutes and the printer will ask for filament change (signalized by beeping) after 25 minutes. Don’t forget to put a coin in it. Cheers! ?
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License: CC BY-SA 3.0 Batman3d Printing Models Download Free
Author: Unknown
3D printed batarang. Print takes roughly 30 minutes (15 minutes on the MK3) at 200 µm layer height.
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Author: Josef Prusa
Simple, yet fully functional whisle. Print takes roughly 20 minutes at 200 µm layer height.
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Located in MK2MM folder, these files are used to test Multi Material upgrade.
3DHubs Marvin
Author: 3DHubs
Marvin is a simple keychain, serving as a benchmark object for our 3D printers. Print takes roughly 3 hours at 200 µm layer height with 2 materials. (Ext. 1 – Gold, Ext. 2 – Silver)
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Herringbone planetary gear
Author: Emmett Lalish
Special herringbone planetary gear. The only way you can manufacture this piece is using 3D printing, since the interlocking gears cannot be assembled individually. Print takes roughly 3 hours at 200 µm layer height with 4 materials. (Ext. 1 – Blue, Ext. 2 – Red, Ext. 3 – Green, Ext. 4 – Yellow )
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3D Benchy
Author: CreativeTools
#3DBenchy is a 3D model specifically designed for testing and benchmarking 3D printers. It is a small recognisable object that you can download for free, make and share. Print takes roughly 5 hours at 200 µm layer height with 2 materials ((Ext. 1 – Green, Ext. 2 – Red) or 8 hours at 200 µm layer height with 4 materials.
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Demon Girls Bust (Chimera)
Author: John Gosper (Kintall)
Awesome Demon Girl Bust from Kintall. Prusa Research added a bra, because the original model can be considered NSFW ? Print takes roughly 14 hours at 200 µm layer height with 4 materials. (Ext. 1 – Grey, Ext. 2 – Silver, Ext. 3 – Gold, Ext. 4 – Brown ) 3d Printable Models Download Free Human
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