Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Dodecahedron Shadow Lamp 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 michael3, 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.

Dodecahedron Shadow Lamp

Source: Thingiverse by michael3

The Dodecahedron Shadow Lamp is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by michael3. A laser cutted shadow throwing lamp in the shape of a dodecahedron made out of 3mm plywood. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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Tags: Dodecahedron, Shadow, Lamp

About this model

A laser cutted shadow throwing lamp in the shape of a dodecahedron made out of 3mm plywood. The description of the project can be found here For the light source a 10W halogen lamp is used. Because lamp sockets differs you have to design your own socket. In "lamp_socket.dxf" is a prototype. You need to cut only all the "all_parts_X"-dxf files, if you don't want to change the design. Therefore you need a laser cutter with a working area of minimum 500mm x 300mm. If you want to redesign some parts, dxf-files of all single parts are also uploaded. Here is a list of the number of the single parts you have to cut. - 11x "face.dxf" - 1x "bottom.dxf" - 5x "base.dxf" - 100x "joint_face_face.dxf" - 20x "joint_face_bottom.dxf" - 5x "joint_base_base.dxf" - 1x "lamp_socket.dxf" or modified lamp socket…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Dodecahedron Shadow Lamp 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 michael3.
Who made this model?: Designed by michael3, 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.