Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Device to produce PLA springs 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 edmo, 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.

Device to produce PLA springs

Source: Thingiverse by edmo

The Device to produce PLA springs is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by edmo. Check out mekmekmek's customizable version here: Hutch914 put it in the Makerbot customizer, too, if that's your thing. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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About this model

Check out mekmekmek's customizable version here: Hutch914 put it in the Makerbot customizer, too, if that's your thing. Rather than spend time printing springs for a project, I made this little mold to make them out of raw 3mm PLA filament. It measures 3/4" by 3" tall. Since there are no shear planes in this twisted filament, the springs it creates will be a lot tougher than anything printed. I think this concept could be used to produce torsion springs as well as conical compression springs with different molds. If you wrapped the filament around a dowel with the sides of the filament touching, you could make an extension spring instead of a compression spring.

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Device to produce PLA springs 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 edmo.
Who made this model?: Designed by edmo, 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.