Mini Trash Can with moving wheels
Source: Thingiverse by DrLex
The Mini Trash Can with moving wheels is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by DrLex. I like the 3D-Fuel Mini trash can, but it lacks something. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
I like the 3D-Fuel Mini trash can, but it lacks something. Moving wheels! I therefore remixed it so now it is exactly like the real thing. I also slightly increased the inside volume for that little bit of extra trash capacity. The wheels come in two variants, if you have a hard time making the regular wheels spin, try the ‘widerHole’ ones. Of course, reaming the hole will help as well (I have found the inside measuring prongs of a caliper to work well for this, and it allows to immediately see how much wider you have made the hole!) Another change w.r.t. the original model, is that the lid is hollow (again, more like the real thing). This makes it slightly more difficult to print, but the hollow lid is lighter, hence reduces the risk that the bin will topple over with the lid open. It als…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Mini Trash Can with moving wheels 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 DrLex.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by DrLex, 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.