Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Magnetic Parallelepiped 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 DaveMakesStuff, 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.

Magnetic Parallelepiped 3D printable model by DaveMakesStuff

Magnetic Parallelepiped

Source: Thingiverse by DaveMakesStuff

The Magnetic Parallelepiped is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by DaveMakesStuff. This simple shape can be used create numerous complex and interesting 3D tilings and formations. 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 2026-10-06 License: CC-BY-NC · non-commercial Category: Education & Science

Tags: construction, construction sets, construction systems, construction toys, Cuboctahedron, magnet, octahedron, parallelepiped, Rhombohedron, tetrahedron, Trapezohedron

About this model

This simple shape can be used create numerous complex and interesting 3D tilings and formations. The parallelepiped is essentially an octahedron with two tetrahedrons attached to opposite faces, so the tiling is based on the octahedron and tetrahedron pattern found in an isotropic vector matrix. The holes are sized for 1/8" cylindrical neodymium magnets, 1/32" long. This size of magnet was selected for cost reasons and to minimize the repulsive forces between the magnets at each tip. This size of magnet is not very strong on its own, but suffices when there are multiple faces joined together. If you choose to scale the model larger, you will definitely want to use larger magnets. The six magnets at the two tips are all inserted with the same polarity, the remaining six magnets around the c…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Magnetic Parallelepiped 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 DaveMakesStuff.
Who made this model?: Designed by DaveMakesStuff, 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.