Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Sun finder with dovetail 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 aeropic, 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.

Sun finder with dovetail 3D printable model by aeropic

Sun finder with dovetail

Source: Thingiverse by aeropic

The Sun finder with dovetail is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by aeropic. This is a KISS (Keep It Smart and Simple) sun finder. 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 2026-10-23 License: CC-BY-NC · non-commercial Category: Education & Science

Tags: AstroChallenge, astronomy, finder, finder scope, openscad, solar, solar finder, sun finder, sunfinder, telescope

About this model

This is a KISS (Keep It Smart and Simple) sun finder. Print the body in black PETG, the screen in white PETG, cut 8cm od wire in a pressing coathanger . Enlarge the body hole using the coathanger wire as a drill bit. keep some friction... Glue the wire inside the screen's peg. Push the wire inside the body. Place all this inside the telescope finder's dovetail, et voilà ! Point your telescope to the sun (look at the back shadow and minimize the surface of the shadow to get a raw alignment, Then, pull the screen, look at the inner face of the screen your back facing the sun. When the sun is well centered you get a shadow cross with a hole in the middle. (see first picture). If not well centered, you have to rotate your tube in the direction(s) of the thickest shadow(s) (see 2nd picture) Whe…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Sun finder with dovetail 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 aeropic.
Who made this model?: Designed by aeropic, 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.