Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Beam Waveguide Deep Space Station Antenna is free to download from NASA. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from NASA" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

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

Beam Waveguide Deep Space Station Antenna

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The Beam Waveguide Deep Space Station Antenna is a free printable 3D model from NASA by NASA. The 112-foot (34-meter) antennas come in two types: a high-efficiency antenna and beam waveguide antenna. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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30 saves Source: NASA Updated 2026-10-18 License: NASA media guidelines Category: Education & Science

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About this model

The 112-foot (34-meter) antennas come in two types: a high-efficiency antenna and beam waveguide antenna. What makes the beam waveguide version special is the addition of five precision radio frequency mirrors that reflect radio signals along a tube from the antenna to a below-ground room. This design allows sensitive electronics to be in a climate-controlled equipment room instead of outdoors, at the center of the antenna dish A free 3D printable model from NASA 3D Resources. NASA models are free to download and use under the NASA media usage guidelines; NASA does not endorse any product.

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Beam Waveguide Deep Space Station Antenna is free to download from NASA. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from NASA" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by NASA, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by NASA.
Who made this model?: Designed by NASA, published on NASA. 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.