Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, TPU connectors for box kites 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 z-upcycling, 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.

TPU connectors for box kites 3D printable model by z-upcycling

TPU connectors for box kites

Source: Thingiverse by z-upcycling

The TPU connectors for box kites is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by z-upcycling. Building kites from cardboard boxes is a laborious task that requires time and patience; to facilitate the work of teachers and students, I developed a connection system. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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30 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-11-03 License: CC-BY-SA · commercial OK Category: Outdoor & Garden

Tags: 3D Printed Connector, box kite, Box Kite connecting sistem, connecting sistem

About this model

Building kites from cardboard boxes is a laborious task that requires time and patience; to facilitate the work of teachers and students, I developed a connection system, preferably made of TPU (I've used PET and PETG, but I don't know if they are as resistant as TPU for this work), for kites that uses only 2 mm diameter fiberglass rods. The kite measures 60 cm in height and 20 cm in width. The images also show the cutting lines for the upper and lower sections of the kite. The 30 cm diagonal rods—used in the lower, central, and upper parts—connect to the 60 cm rods, and there is also a connector at the point where these diagonal rods cross. A certain degree of tension and a slight curvature in the rods is expected. More details in the tutorial below:

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. TPU connectors for box kites 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 z-upcycling.
Who made this model?: Designed by z-upcycling, 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.