Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Simple Hard Drive Bracket (short) 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 Tyler, 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.

Simple Hard Drive Bracket (short)

Source: MakerWorld by Tyler

The Simple Hard Drive Bracket (short) is a free printable 3D model from MakerWorld by Tyler. This is a simple bracket for installing a 2.5" hard drive or SSD in to a 3.5" bay. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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106 saves Source: MakerWorld Updated 2026-09-27 Print time: 33m Filament: 16 g License: CC-BY-NC-SA · non-commercial ★ 5.0 (1) 51 makes Category: Gadgets & Electronics

Tags: computer, bracket, hdd, hard, harddisk, harddrive, ssd, cheap, thingiverse, simple, computeraccessories, computercase, mountingbracket, hddadapter, brackets

About this model

This is a simple bracket for installing a 2.5" hard drive or SSD in to a 3.5" bay. It is a somewhat minimal design. Designed to be relatively cheap without being overly flimsy. With the price of my material, it costs about 50 cents CAD. (Currently roughly 40 cents US)Note that this is shorter than a normal 3.5" hard drive. There are certain (somewhat rare) situations where you need the entire length, and all three standard holes. For this scenerio, I have a longer bracket. I also have my "deluxe bracket" which allows you to install two 2.5" drives in a single 3.5" bay, or one 2.5" drive and a fan. These brackets can be found at : holes on the side of this bracket should allow you to self tap a #6-32 UNC screw. (The standard ones that are used with 3.5" hard drives, not the M3 screw which h…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Simple Hard Drive Bracket (short) 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 Tyler.
Who made this model?: Designed by Tyler, 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.