Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Screwless Cube Gears 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 emmett, 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.

Screwless Cube Gears 3D printable model by emmett

Screwless Cube Gears

Source: Thingiverse by emmett

The Screwless Cube Gears is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by emmett. UPDATE: This design has been superseded by my newer version, which has better pins (and more gear ratio options). You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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23,029 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-30 License: CC-BY-SA · commercial OK 403 makes Category: Decor & Art

Tags: 3D, art, bearing, Brain Gear, cube, featured, Gear, gear mashup, geometry, multi-part, openscad, parametric, snapfit, supportless, toy

About this model

UPDATE: This design has been superseded by my newer version, which has better pins (and more gear ratio options). I highly recommend you print that instead, as it prints more reliably, assembles much easier and holds together better. *** Thank you, all of you who've made cube gears and posted pictures. Since tbuser made these lovely pin connectors, I figured it was high time to make a fully printable cube gear set. Now you needn't bother buying any more screws: this one snaps together. UPDATE: For anyone without access to a 3D printer, you can now buy these from caesia on her Etsy store: UPDATE: New version uses tbuser's new pin connectors V2: is much stronger, and prints right-side-up. This is practice for making a heart-gear version. This design also incorporates a couple of tricks that …

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Screwless Cube Gears 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 emmett.
Who made this model?: Designed by emmett, 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.