6mm Marble Machine
Source: Thingiverse by 87squirrels
The 6mm Marble Machine is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by 87squirrels. - inspired by the great marble machine from tulio ( - I wanted to create my own marble machine using a pack of 6mm diameter steels balls (airsoft ammunition with the same. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
- inspired by the great marble machine from tulio ( - I wanted to create my own marble machine using a pack of 6mm diameter steels balls (airsoft ammunition with the same diameter should work too) - I wanted to try a different method of elevating the balls/marbles. I created a system where they are pushed into the vertical shaft one by one using a kind of geared wheel - this pushwheel is connected to a wormgear to have it self-locked and with a high torque to push the tower of balls inside the elevating shaft - the marble machine is seprated into the base, with the elevating mechanism and the elevating shaft and the marble track itself with the nozzle on top - It is a modular concept, to be able to have different track options with only one base - the parts will need a little bit of glue d…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. 6mm Marble Machine is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button 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 87squirrels.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by 87squirrels, 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.
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