Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Friendly articulated snail with 12 different shells 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 Nebetbastet, 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.

Friendly articulated snail with 12 different shells

Source: Thingiverse by Nebetbastet

The Friendly articulated snail with 12 different shells is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by Nebetbastet. 05.24.21 UPDATE 2: I added four new shells: coral, steampunk, circles and scales. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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About this model

05.24.21 UPDATE 2: I added four new shells: coral, steampunk, circles and scales. All files are in "light" version. If the quality seems bad to you, I can upload versions with a higher quality. Enjoy :) 05.24.21 UPDATE 1: I added light versions of all shells. Normally, the quality is approximately the same as before, but the files are much smaller. As far, I haven't been able to print them for testing, but I think everything should be OK. Please feel free to tell me if you have any problems. Here is a small articulated snail ... with a whole bunch of shells to print! The shells are easy to put on and take off, so you can change them as you wish. This design is a mix between two designs: - The friendly articulated slug by Isaiah for the body of the snail - The realistic garden snail by cras…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Friendly articulated snail with 12 different shells 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 Nebetbastet.
Who made this model?: Designed by Nebetbastet, 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.