Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Steampunk Vacuum Tube Display (USB) 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 fastkite, 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.

Steampunk Vacuum Tube Display (USB) 3D printable model by fastkite

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Steampunk Vacuum Tube Display (USB)

Source: Thingiverse by fastkite

The Steampunk Vacuum Tube Display (USB) is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by fastkite. USB Steampunk Tube Display This small project brings together electronics, programming, 3D printing, and artistic painting / airbrushing to make something kinda cool you can put. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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1,327 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-09 License: CC-BY · commercial OK 5 makes Category: Office

Tags: desktop, desk toy, heavy, LED light, light, music, noise, sound, steampunk, steam punk

About this model

USB Steampunk Tube Display This small project brings together electronics, programming, 3D printing, and artistic painting / airbrushing to make something kinda cool you can put on your desk. The device will detect sound and turn on an LED which illuminates the vacuum tube temporarily. Colours will shift over time. Place next to a music speaker for a neat light effect as you get the tube to dance to music. See it in action on YouTube: Bill of Materials * Qty 1 ($1 to $33) Vacuum Tube 8 Pin (does not need to be operational). Mine was burned out while designing, testing and a tube amplifier. I made this project to make use of an otherwise useless tube. This is the tube I used, though this should work with just about any 8 pin vacuum tube after removing the plastic centre pin to allow light i…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Steampunk Vacuum Tube Display (USB) 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 fastkite.
Who made this model?: Designed by fastkite, 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.