Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Anet A8 LED Illumination MOD 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 papinist, 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.

Anet A8 LED Illumination MOD 3D printable model by papinist

Anet A8 LED Illumination MOD

Source: Thingiverse by papinist

The Anet A8 LED Illumination MOD is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by papinist. LED Illumination MOD for the Anet A8. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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762 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-11-07 License: CC-BY · commercial OK 1 makes Category: 3D Printer

Tags: Anet A8, illumination, LED, led strip, mod, octopi, Octoprint, prusa i3, relay, relay board, reprap

About this model

LED Illumination MOD for the Anet A8. You don't need to print anything! I'm always trying to get the best result with minimal effort, and this is the perfect example. On Thingiverse you can find some structures made for support leds for your printer.. but are they really needed? Led strips have an adhesive layer on its back, and the small 3528 leds are mounted on an 8 mm wide strip that is exactly the width of the Anet acrylic frame. I used 3528 led strips to illuminate my Anet A8 while printing. I also added a small led strip chunk under the extruder assembly to have a brighter view of the current printing job. This is controlled by OctoPrint and a 2-relay board, but you can simply use a rocker switch getting power from the power supply. Video showing how it works: Info on how to use a re…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Anet A8 LED Illumination MOD 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 papinist.
Who made this model?: Designed by papinist, 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.