Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Open Cable Chain 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 Claghorn, 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 Cable Chain 3D printable model by Claghorn

Open Cable Chain

Source: Thingiverse by Claghorn

The Open Cable Chain is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by Claghorn. A remix of to remove the top bar in the links and instead provide springy clips which can be easily removed and replaced to keep the cables in the chain, while still allowing. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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3,213 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-25 License: CC-BY-SA · commercial OK 37 makes Category: 3D Printer

Tags: solidoodle 2

About this model

A remix of to remove the top bar in the links and instead provide springy clips which can be easily removed and replaced to keep the cables in the chain, while still allowing them to be replaced without having to thread everything through from the end. The files named CableChain*.stl are included here, but came from thing 11978 (though the fixed version here had to be run through the netfabb repair service). See a dry run of a chain attached to my solidoodle at I've also included a couple of Solidoodle specific parts for mounting the cable chain ends on the extruder and the back of the case and included a part extracted from The original version of this thing used bits of 1.75mm filament instead of springy clips, but it was too easy to break the filament. The springs work much better. The …

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Open Cable Chain 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 Claghorn.
Who made this model?: Designed by Claghorn, 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.