Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Planetary Gear Light Switch Cover is free to download from MakerWorld. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MakerWorld" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by MakerWorld. Use the "Download from MakerWorld" 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 squinn, published on MakerWorld. 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.

Planetary Gear Light Switch Cover 3D printable model by squinn

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Planetary Gear Light Switch Cover

Source: MakerWorld by squinn

The Planetary Gear Light Switch Cover is a free printable 3D model from MakerWorld by squinn. Accessorize the light switches at your home or office with this intriguing mechanism that utilizes a planetary gear! All parts can be 3D printed (no supports are required), and. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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1,595 saves Source: MakerWorld Updated 2026-09-27 Print time: 3h 32m Filament: 90 g License: CC-BY · commercial OK ★ 4.8 (111) 1,307 makes Category: Home & Organization

Tags: wall, light, switch, lights, lightswitch, planetary, planetarygear, lightswitchcover, switchplate, switchplatecover, planetarygears, lightswitchplate, planetarygearholder

About this model

Accessorize the light switches at your home or office with this intriguing mechanism that utilizes a planetary gear! All parts can be 3D printed (no supports are required), and the design is fully snap together - so no glue is needed. I printed the five gears as a unit (using the attached “Planetary Gears.stl” file), which shows their proper orientation for assembly. But, if you'd rather print the gears independently (or are worried that a roughly .2 mm gap tolerance between the gears may cause an issue on your printer), then an individual STL is provided for each gear as well. I designed this model from scratch, but I want to call out “Engineer Dog” who showed off a similar idea several years ago. Some notes on assembly follow:Step #1:Place the gears on the base plate in the orientation s…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Planetary Gear Light Switch Cover is free to download from MakerWorld. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MakerWorld" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by MakerWorld, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by squinn.
Who made this model?: Designed by squinn, published on MakerWorld. 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.