Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, MOAB - MOther of All fan Brackets 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 mgx, 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.

MOAB - MOther of All fan Brackets 3D printable model by mgx

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MOAB - MOther of All fan Brackets

Source: Thingiverse by mgx

The MOAB - MOther of All fan Brackets is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by mgx. An easy way to generate brackets to attach any fan to any PCB board. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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3,031 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-17 License: CC-BY-SA · commercial OK 42 makes Category: 3D Printer

Tags: bracket, clip-on, cooling, customizer, fan bracket, Galileo, pcb, ramps, Raspberry Pi

About this model

An easy way to generate brackets to attach any fan to any PCB board. A list of pre-defined brackets included. The script was initially meant to generate fan brackets for the RAMPS board but I decided to make it fully customizable: it now allows you to create brackets that take fans of any size, snap onto PCB of any size, can have any height, but probably best of all features is that you can generate both mini-brackets (2 holes) as well as full brackets (4 holes, fully enclosed on two sides), to balance between saving plastic vs. rigidity and improved air flow. While this was meant for PCBs, feel free to experiment it could probably be used for many other scenarios, for example to attach a fan to a NEMA17 motor or to space two PCBs by attaching brackets back to back, etc. __UPDATE__ : It ca…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. MOAB - MOther of All fan Brackets 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 mgx.
Who made this model?: Designed by mgx, 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.