Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Spring Factory 1.2 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 vbaillet, 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.

Spring Factory 1.2 3D printable model by vbaillet

Spring Factory 1.2

Source: Thingiverse by vbaillet

The Spring Factory 1.2 is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by vbaillet. Instant springs with this 9 grams (0.30 oz) spring factory. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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3,683 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-07 Print time: 20m License: CC-BY-NC · non-commercial 4 makes Category: Tools & Workshop

Tags: ABS, abs filament, ASA, ASA FILAMENT, cheap, custom, easy, easy print, easy to print, factory, metal, no support, no supports, no supports needed, no support needed

About this model

Instant springs with this 9 grams (0.30 oz) spring factory. Works with 0.8mm to 1.5mm "normal" steel wires and 0.8 to 1.2mm piano wires. This is an update from my previous Spring Factory ( with many improvements, the main one is that you can now use piano wires. You'll need a good wire cutter if you're using piano wire. On the video, i used 25 centimeters (10 inches) of 1.2mm piano wire The "spring factory" is easy to print (no supports) on you 3d printer. You just need 9 grams (less than 4 meters) of PLA filament. It took less than 80 minutes to print it on my Ender 3 V2. Watch the video in order to see how it works : On the video, i used 25 centimeters (10 inches) of 1.5mm stainless steel wire. Print Instructions: Just print the two things with the classical 0.4 nozzle. There should be n…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Spring Factory 1.2 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 vbaillet.
Who made this model?: Designed by vbaillet, 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.