Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Open Source Orbital Shaker 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 jmil, 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.

Open Source Orbital Shaker 3D printable model by jmil

Open Source Orbital Shaker

Source: Thingiverse by jmil

The Open Source Orbital Shaker is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by jmil. Here is my entry to the Open Call for Open Science Equipment Contest, detailed here: Start with the video to see what this is all about: Download the .zip file to get everything. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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403 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-11-05 License: CC-BY-NC-SA · non-commercial Category: Other

Tags: 3D, arduino, bearing, biology, chemistry, DIYbio, electronics, experiment, Lab, lab equipment, makeentry, makerbot, mendel, model, motor

About this model

Here is my entry to the Open Call for Open Science Equipment Contest, detailed here: Start with the video to see what this is all about: Download the .zip file to get everything, or get the individual pieces you want. This is an open-source orbital shaker for mammalian cell and tissue culture and for bench-top science. The orbital shaker fits inside a standard 37 ÂºC/5% CO2 cell incubator and puts out no heat so you can load up the incubator full of these things. We have used them for 2 weeks now and the design is very simple, inexpensive, and scaleable. Our cells are growing happily in these shakers. Orbital shakers are typically ~$1,500 and even more expensive if you need one that is designed for a cell incubator so that it will not put out any heat (incubators only have heating and not …

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Open Source Orbital Shaker 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 jmil.
Who made this model?: Designed by jmil, 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.