Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Universal Spool - Twist and Lock is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory. Use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" 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 Frank, published on MyMiniFactory. 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.

Universal Spool - Twist and Lock 3D printable model by Frank

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Source: MyMiniFactory by Frank

The Universal Spool - Twist and Lock is a free printable 3D model from MyMiniFactory by Frank. This MasterSpool Design is inspired by Richard Horne's masterspool idea to avoid waste and reduce shipping weight. My intention was to reduce the amount of filament and printing. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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30 saves Source: MyMiniFactory Updated 2026-10-05 Filament: 1,000 g License: CC-BY-NC-ND · non-commercial

Tags: spool, clip, filament, lock, twist, turn, friendly, Refill, click, filament_spool, filament_clip, SCA, masterspool, respool, einviromentally

About this model

This MasterSpool Design is inspired by Richard Horne's masterspool idea to avoid waste and reduce shipping weight. My intention was to reduce the amount of filament and printing time, needed to build this spool. With this in mind I changed the threated locking mechanism to sort of a bayonet catch. I ended up with this lightweight but rigid "Universalspool Twist and Lock". Every spool consists of 3 parts the hub two side parts (same file printed 2 times) futhermore you will need an opening tool. One tool should serve for all your spools Depending on the manufacturer you will need a certain hub size. Choose the parts you need from the table below.In order to cover the large bandwidth of different coils on the market, I had to develop 2 types: Type-s is for filament coils with small inner dia…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Universal Spool - Twist and Lock is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Frank.
Who made this model?: Designed by Frank, published on MyMiniFactory. 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.