Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Parametric Caged Roller Bearing V3 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 BrienAllison, 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.

Parametric Caged Roller Bearing V3 3D printable model by BrienAllison

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Parametric Caged Roller Bearing V3

Source: Thingiverse by BrienAllison

The Parametric Caged Roller Bearing V3 is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by BrienAllison. UPDATE (17/08/2023): I have increased the default "slice_gap_closing_radius" to 0.04 as Prusa Slicer was ignoring the gap below this size (and updated the default bearing stl. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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175 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-06 License: CC-BY-SA · commercial OK 2 makes Category: Decor & Art

Tags: ball bearing, bearing, components, customizer, educational, parametric, parametric bearing, parts, roller bearing

About this model

UPDATE (17/08/2023): I have increased the default "slice_gap_closing_radius" to 0.04 as Prusa Slicer was ignoring the gap below this size (and updated the default bearing stl accordingly). The advanced Prusa Slicer setting "Slice gap closing radius" should be reduced to 0.02 or less for the slice gap to print correctly (see last images). UPDATE (05/07/2020): I noticed many of the generated bearings had little or no base area for the raceways to stick to the printbed so I have added a parametric brim to the inner and outer circumferences of the bearing. The third version of my print in place parametric caged roller bearing design. I consider this to be my final design with better features, printability and greatly improved SCAD code. The original design can be found here: It is important to…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Parametric Caged Roller Bearing V3 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 BrienAllison.
Who made this model?: Designed by BrienAllison, 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.