Sinking-floating diver toy
Source: Thingiverse by Electricman32
The Sinking-floating diver toy is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by Electricman32. This is not a cartesian diver. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
This is not a cartesian diver. This diver toy works on a similar principle as the ballast tanks inside a submarine, although the air is not compressed inside. When you suck the air out of the tube, the diver will fill up with water and sink. If you blow air into the tube, the diver fills up with air and rises back to the surface. See it in action : The pla is quite light, so it needs a little weight to make sure it sinks. Place a pebble stone of about 2cm (20mm) in "diameter" into the diver body before the head is printed. You can pause the print on the printer, but it is better to set it into the Gcode and also enable the function to reprint layer after the pause, to prevent layer separation. As a hose you can use any flexible tubing as long as it has the appropriate diameter, length, and…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Sinking-floating diver toy 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 Electricman32.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by Electricman32, 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.
