Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Compliant Centrifugal Clutch 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 BYU_CMR, 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.

Compliant Centrifugal Clutch 3D printable model by BYU_CMR

Compliant Centrifugal Clutch

Source: Thingiverse by BYU_CMR

The Compliant Centrifugal Clutch is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by BYU_CMR. This design was developed by the Compliant Mechanisms Research Group (CMR) from Brigham Young University (BYU). You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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759 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-09-19 License: CC-BY-NC · non-commercial 1 makes Category: Vehicles & RC

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About this model

This design was developed by the Compliant Mechanisms Research Group (CMR) from Brigham Young University (BYU). Follow us at @byucmr on Instagram or learn more about compliant mechanisms by visiting cmr.byu.edu. This Floating-Opposing-Arm (FOA) Centrifugal Clutch, developed by the BYU CMR lab, utilizes compliant mechanism technology to produce a high performance clutch with only two components. The clutch shoes are fabricated from a single piece of material and the flexible segments connecting the shoes eliminate the need for springs. The two parts of the FOA clutch can be seen below. What is a centrifugal clutch? - A clutch that uses centrifugal force to engage two concentric shafts. How does it work? -The torque is transmitted from the central drive hub through the floating clutch shoes …

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Compliant Centrifugal Clutch 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 BYU_CMR.
Who made this model?: Designed by BYU_CMR, 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.