Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Working Replica of an Early 20th Century Pilkington & Gibbs Helio-Chronometer Sundial - Accurate to within 1 minute! 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 yba2cuo3, 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.

Working Replica of an Early 20th Century Pilkington & Gibbs Helio-Chronometer Sundial - Accurate to within 1 minute! 3D printable model by yba2cuo3

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The Working Replica of an Early 20th Century Pilkington & Gibbs Helio-Chronometer Sundial - Accurate to within 1 minute! is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by yba2cuo3. In 1906, G. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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30 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-22 License: CC-BY-NC-SA · non-commercial Category: Outdoor & Garden

Tags: astronomy, education, heliochronometer, outdoor timepiece, science, solar, sun, sundial, timepiece

About this model

In 1906, G. Gibbs applied for a patent for a novel sundial design—the Universal Equinoctial Mean Time Helio-chronometer.

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Working Replica of an Early 20th Century Pilkington & Gibbs Helio-Chronometer Sundial - Accurate to within 1 minute! 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 yba2cuo3.
Who made this model?: Designed by yba2cuo3, 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.