Spool Roller (up to 1kg rolls, with bearings)
Source: Thingiverse by UncleManuel
The Spool Roller (up to 1kg rolls, with bearings) is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by UncleManuel. The problem with center axis spool rollers is that the have TOO little friction, every unbalance in the filament spool will show. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
The problem with center axis spool rollers is that the have TOO little friction, every unbalance in the filament spool will show. And the filament slipping of the spool has also happened to me. So I took on the design of a tube spool roller where the spool rides in between and the filament has lees chance of jumping off. Also the available designs here on Thingiverse are having the spool ride too high for my taste - it's a balance thing. This spool roller is designed to take 1kg spools up to 78mm width. EDIT I did include a sleeve roller for the 608 bearings as an alternative - in case my tube rollers turn out bumpy. See the warning below. WARNING Designing stuff and assuming things is one side - actually seeing what the printed piece will do is another. And that's the problem with the rol…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Spool Roller (up to 1kg rolls, with bearings) 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 UncleManuel.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by UncleManuel, 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.
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