Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Anycubic i3 Mega side extruder mount and cable management 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 astroaaron, 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.

Anycubic i3 Mega side extruder mount and cable management 3D printable model by astroaaron

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Anycubic i3 Mega side extruder mount and cable management

Source: Thingiverse by astroaaron

The Anycubic i3 Mega side extruder mount and cable management is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by astroaaron. I tried Alpharic's side extruder mount but had issues with the fit. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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299 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-11-02 License: CC-BY · commercial OK 2 makes Category: 3D Printer

Tags: Anycubic I3 Mega, cable management, extruder mount

About this model

I tried Alpharic's side extruder mount but had issues with the fit. The screws holes didn't line up with the ones on the printer and the fit was pretty loose. It was unusable for me, so I was surprised to see that several other people had success with it. My design is essentially the same, it justs fits a bit better and it doesn't have the second support piece which I think is unnecessary. Even though there are only two screws holding it on it is surprisingly sturdy. You can reuse the stock screws, but you will need a couple of 7mm M4 nuts to hold the extruder in place. With the extruder in a new position, something needed to be done about the cabling so I've included a couple of cable guides in the downloads section as well. A link to another one of my cable guides for the hot end can be …

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Anycubic i3 Mega side extruder mount and cable management 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 astroaaron.
Who made this model?: Designed by astroaaron, 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.