Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Predator Action Pliers 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 ecoiras, 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.

Predator Action Pliers 3D printable model by ecoiras

Predator Action Pliers

Source: Thingiverse by ecoiras

The Predator Action Pliers is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by ecoiras. Having managed to learn the basics of Fusion360 I wanted to do some kind of grabtoy, similar to the ones I made with OpenSCAD. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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19,538 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-15 License: CC-BY · commercial OK 101 makes Category: Toys & Games

Tags: Gear, grab, grab-toy, grabber, grabtoy, pliers, predator, Print-in-place, supportless, toy

About this model

Having managed to learn the basics of Fusion360 I wanted to do some kind of grabtoy, similar to the ones I made with OpenSCAD. A key requisite was to design the thing so that it could be printed without supports and already assembled in place, ready to use right from the printer bed. I had this memory of a very cool ice cube push plunger claw tongs my parents used to have, and initially tried to go in that direction. Something I wanted to change though was the push-to-open action into push-to-close, because you kind of close the hand when you push, right? So that was another requirement for the design. I ended up with this overcomplicated geared approach to the thing, and after seeing it in action it reminded me of the mouth of that alien in the movie "Predator", so I decided to call it Pr…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Predator Action Pliers 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 ecoiras.
Who made this model?: Designed by ecoiras, 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.