Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Fret Presser for Cheap Arbor Press 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 Kozmonot, 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.

Fret Presser for Cheap Arbor Press 3D printable model by Kozmonot

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Fret Presser for Cheap Arbor Press

Source: Thingiverse by Kozmonot

The Fret Presser for Cheap Arbor Press is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by Kozmonot. Valdiom posted a pretty legit Caul for pressing frets. 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 2026-10-10 License: CC-BY-SA · commercial OK Category: Other

Tags: cheap, diy, easy, fret, guitar, luthier, press

About this model

Valdiom posted a pretty legit Caul for pressing frets. I'd been using a cheap arbor press that I've had for some years now for some other projects. and as I was working on a project guitar i finally realized I could use it for this. I took the cauls designed by Valdiom and just added some mass behind them and a post to attach it to my press without needing the metal bit. The ones labeled "WIDE" are double the with at the mouth of the cauls. My thought process was you could maybe affix thin leather, neoprene or similar as padding to prevent marring the frets in case your print quality isn't perfect My first print settings so far-- 28% infill 5 walls, tops and bottoms Random Seal Layer Ironing all top surfaces The post oriented DOWN so the caul is facing up Supports needed 2 at these setting…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Fret Presser for Cheap Arbor Press 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 Kozmonot.
Who made this model?: Designed by Kozmonot, 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.