Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, External spool holder for the FlashForge Finder 3D printer 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 CreativeTools, 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.

External spool holder for the FlashForge Finder 3D printer 3D printable model by CreativeTools

External spool holder for the FlashForge Finder 3D printer photo 1

External spool holder for the FlashForge Finder 3D printer photo 2

External spool holder for the FlashForge Finder 3D printer photo 3

External spool holder for the FlashForge Finder 3D printer photo 4

External spool holder for the FlashForge Finder 3D printer

Source: Thingiverse by CreativeTools

The External spool holder for the FlashForge Finder 3D printer is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by CreativeTools. The FlashForge Finder and Inventor II series are compatible with 1.75 mm PLA filament. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

Open in Thinger (free) Download from Thingiverse

1,274 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-23 License: CC-BY-NC-SA · non-commercial 43 makes Category: 3D Printer

Tags: External Spool Holder, filament-spool, filament cleaner, Filament cleaning, Filament filter, filament guide, filament holder, Filament lubricator, filament spool, filament spool holder, finder, finder spool holder, flashforge, flashforgefinder, FlashForgeSpoolHolder

About this model

The FlashForge Finder and Inventor II series are compatible with 1.75 mm PLA filament. If you happen to have PLA spools that don't fit inside the build-in filament casing, then this external spool holder makes it easy to fit them on your 3D printer. The holder's axle is hollow to accommodate one or more units of the Universal Filament Filter and Lubricator. The end of the axle has a thread that fits the corresponding screw cap. We recommend using this small filter/lubricator to keep the filament clean before it enters the extruder. Please note that when using this external holder, the filament bypasses the built-in filament detection switch. Therefore the printer won't be able to sense when the spool runs out of filament and pause the 3D-print. If you use external spools you will need to t…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. External spool holder for the FlashForge Finder 3D printer 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 CreativeTools.
Who made this model?: Designed by CreativeTools, 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.