Airtight Filament Canister
Source: Thingiverse by henryarnold
The Airtight Filament Canister is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by henryarnold. I had problems with moisture getting into my filament and causing little pops on the side of my prints. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
I had problems with moisture getting into my filament and causing little pops on the side of my prints. I realized when the problem did not occur with a fresh spool of filament that my filament was absorbing moisture. This Airtight Filament Canister solves the moisture problem and provides convenient storage. It includes three cradle designs which allow the filament spool to move freely. The filament is fed through an airtight connection using either 1/4" PTFE or 4mm PTFE tubing. You may use either the 1/4" PTFE connection or the 4mm PTFE connection. The canister is completely airtight except for the small hole in the end of the tubing where the filament exits. The hole is plugged by pushing the end of the tubing into the matching cap. If you would like your canister on a shelf above the p…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Airtight Filament Canister is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button 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 henryarnold.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by henryarnold, 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.