Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, RetroPie Zero NES Controller 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 bfesser, 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.

RetroPie Zero NES Controller

Source: Thingiverse by bfesser

The RetroPie Zero NES Controller is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by bfesser. This is my design of a replacement back for an original Nintendo gamepad, for use with a Raspberry Pi Zero V1.2, Raspberry Pi Zero V1.3 (camera), or Raspberry Pi Zero W V1.1. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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Tags: RetroPie, Zero, NES, Controller

About this model

This is my design of a replacement back for an original Nintendo gamepad, for use with a Raspberry Pi Zero V1.2, Raspberry Pi Zero V1.3 (camera), or Raspberry Pi Zero W V1.1 (wireless) running RetroPie. I've designed this for genuine NES-004 controllers, so it's probably incompatible with the modern 'retro' hardware from China. This isn't strictly a remix, but I like to credit those who came before me. Print with support inside the recesses for the case screws, and depending on how well your printer handles bridging, inside the port openings. I recommend PLA with 0.4mm extrusion, 0.18mm layers, 2 perimeters, 25% infill. Taking the outermost perimeter slowly will reduce ringing artifacts on most printers, for cleaner port labels and mushberry. My favorite cables to use with this:

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. RetroPie Zero NES Controller 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 bfesser.
Who made this model?: Designed by bfesser, 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.