Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Dual grip / feed direct drive wade extruder (for 3mm filament) is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by erhancm, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

Dual grip / feed direct drive wade extruder (for 3mm filament) 3D printable model by erhancm

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Dual grip / feed direct drive wade extruder (for 3mm filament)

Source: Thingiverse by erhancm

The Dual grip / feed direct drive wade extruder (for 3mm filament) is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by erhancm. A modified wade extruder for my 3d printer. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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32 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-14 License: CC-BY · commercial OK Category: 3D Printer

Tags: direct-drive, direct drive extruder, E3D v6, extruder, Geared Extruder, Gregs Wade Extruder, prusa, prusa i3, wade, wade extruder

About this model

A modified wade extruder for my 3d printer. See it working in action Some notes when you assemble it: You'll need: Two hobbed bolts. 9 608 bearings. Miscelanious stuff like a M8x50 bolt, multiple M8 spacers and locking nuts. Also some M3 nuts and bolts. You'll need to print: 1 base.stl OR base_mirrored.stl. 1 baseCap.stl. 2 idler.stl 3 Small_Drive_gear.stl Things you will need to fetch from elsewhere: herringbone gears, I'd recommend 2 M3 wing nuts. Go for Be sure to put an extra 608 bearing between the side of the base and the big (herringbone) gear. As shown in the third image. Also, the drive gears are a tricky thing. One size doesn't fit all. So you'd need to measure the distance between the center of the hobbed bolt (where the teeth are for gripping) and the hex bolt. You'd probably n…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Dual grip / feed direct drive wade extruder (for 3mm filament) is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by erhancm.
Who made this model?: Designed by erhancm, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.