Fountain Planter
Source: Thingiverse by sir_dadum
The Fountain Planter is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by sir_dadum. I wanted to integrate an indoor fountain with a semi-hydroponic planter setup, but didn't find many options fitting my taste, so I designed this. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
I wanted to integrate an indoor fountain with a semi-hydroponic planter setup, but didn't find many options fitting my taste, so I designed this. For the substrate, just use some regular large expanded clay pebbles, they should be large enough not to fall out the seam. I used a small water pump I found at a local hardware store, any cheap usb water pump and alike would do. The hole to attach the pump is 13.15 mm in diameter, which fits my pump's outlet perfectly, some tube may be required for other pumps to fit. To print the fountain, supports are required as the top half is suspended. I found manual snug grid supports inside the seam worked great and were easy to remove. For my first try I used some untreated stone PLA, but after some time it started delaminating and water got through the…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Fountain Planter is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button 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 sir_dadum.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by sir_dadum, 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.