Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, NASA Chainmail Necktie 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 HalB9000, 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.

NASA Chainmail Necktie 3D printable model by HalB9000

NASA Chainmail Necktie

Source: Thingiverse by HalB9000

The NASA Chainmail Necktie is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by HalB9000. What is it? ======== A 3D necktie based on NASA's Chainmail design. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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3,507 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-11-01 License: CC-BY-NC-SA · non-commercial 10 makes Category: Wearables & Cosplay

Tags: chainmail, nasa, NASA chainmail, necktie, tie

About this model

What is it? ======== A 3D necktie based on NASA's Chainmail design. This is my first project and luckily other contributors already completed a lot of the heavy lifting - a huge thanks to TurboDork for developing the 3D models for the NASA Chainmail Fabric and to tjwatson for developing a swappable tie coupling and knot system. How to Print and Assemble? =================== To print a full tie, you will need to print the upper, middle, and lower sections. After you print the sections you will need to print ten links (five between each section) and carefully weave the sections together. tjwatson created a plain knot and a deco knot that you can attach to the front of the coupler here - please note that these knots require supports. You can use Bowtie straps to make the necktie easy to put o…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. NASA Chainmail Necktie 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 HalB9000.
Who made this model?: Designed by HalB9000, 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.