Scale model of the Solar System
Source: Thingiverse by 3dmaan
The Scale model of the Solar System is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by 3dmaan. This scale model of the Sun and planets is inspired by I created a new model and printed it in 2 colors. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
This scale model of the Sun and planets is inspired by I created a new model and printed it in 2 colors. Mercury, the planet closest to the Sun, is on the left and Neptune is on the right side. The Sun itself is on the back. You can also see the Moon, close to the Earth. The moons of other planets are not shown, there are to many of them in our solar system. The width of the model is 20 cm and has a scale of 1 : 2,500,000,000. The Sun would be 55.7 cm on this scale, so only a small part of it can be shown. Only the size of the planets and Sun are at scale. Distances between the planets are so huge, they can't be show using this scale. The thickness of the rings of Saturn are also not at scale, they are very very thin. I just made it thick enough to make it printable. The distance between t…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Scale model of the Solar System 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 3dmaan.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by 3dmaan, 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.