Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Better 3D Printable Bearing 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 BoomZilla1, 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.

Better 3D Printable Bearing 3D printable model by BoomZilla1

Better 3D Printable Bearing

Source: Thingiverse by BoomZilla1

The Better 3D Printable Bearing is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by BoomZilla1. I tried the print in place bearing from bribro12 ( but on smaller bearings like skateboard size, I found the rollers twisted out of place and jammed up. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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15,548 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-31 License: CC-BY · commercial OK 42 makes Category: Tools & Workshop

Tags: Better, 3D, Printable, Bearing

About this model

I tried the print in place bearing from bribro12 ( but on smaller bearings like skateboard size, I found the rollers twisted out of place and jammed up. Instead I moved the fat parts to the outside and that keeps them in line.This also seems to make them easier to free up after printing. I uploaded 3 popular sizes. The larger two print pretty cleanly from me. The small one needs a little care to work in after printing. Don't expect these to be a replacement for real bearings, but they are good enough for mission critical components such as a gimbal stabilized beer holder ( Update 1/19/18: So I uploaded this because I thought a few people would have a passing curiosity. It got more hits in the first few hours than all of my useful things put together. I tweaked a few dimensions, put a chamf…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Better 3D Printable Bearing 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 BoomZilla1.
Who made this model?: Designed by BoomZilla1, 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.