Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Wind up Fan (Using Tape Measure Spring, 22mm wide) 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 JMEMantzel, 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.

Wind up Fan (Using Tape Measure Spring, 22mm wide) 3D printable model by JMEMantzel

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Wind up Fan (Using Tape Measure Spring, 22mm wide)

Source: Thingiverse by JMEMantzel

The Wind up Fan (Using Tape Measure Spring, 22mm wide) is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by JMEMantzel. I'll pay attention to this, so if anyone has any problems, just send me a message and I'll try to help. 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 2026-10-07 License: CC-BY-NC · non-commercial 1 makes Category: Tools & Workshop

Tags: Wind, up, Fan, (Using, Tape, Measure, Spring, 22mm, wide)

About this model

I'll pay attention to this, so if anyone has any problems, just send me a message and I'll try to help. I just put one of these together with the files from the 29mm version which is almost exactly the same, and made a video of how to put it together here... (Well, it's uploading as I type this) The only difference in putting this one together is that after putting the spring in you put a piece called "springstab" in there beside the spring. (Springstab as in Spring Stabilizer). Besides the 3D printed parts, you'll need -5 skate bearings -a spring from a tape measure. This design is for a 22mm wide spring. I'm uploading a slightly different design for a 29mm spring. ...although you could probably get away with the "wrong sized" spring. (Great use for broken tape measures!) -Optionally, 2 s…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Wind up Fan (Using Tape Measure Spring, 22mm wide) 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 JMEMantzel.
Who made this model?: Designed by JMEMantzel, 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.