Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Variable fan speed on the FlashForge Creator Pro and other MightyBoard printers 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 DrLex, 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.

Variable fan speed on the FlashForge Creator Pro and other MightyBoard printers 3D printable model by DrLex

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Variable fan speed on the FlashForge Creator Pro and other MightyBoard printers

Source: Thingiverse by DrLex

The Variable fan speed on the FlashForge Creator Pro and other MightyBoard printers is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by DrLex. This will no longer be updated. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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68 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-15 License: CC-BY · commercial OK Category: 3D Printer

Tags: Automatic, cooling, cooling fan, fan, fan controller, FFCP, flashforge, Flashforge Creator PRO, gpio, MightyBoard, modem, pwm, Raspberry Pi

About this model

This will no longer be updated. All files and instructions are now included in the MightyVariableFan GitHub repository. In short, this is a solution to add advanced and fully automated variable fan speed control to a MightyBoard-based 3D printer like the FlashForge Creator Pro. These printers only have a binary toggle for the fan and there is no straightforward solution to upgrade it to variable speed that can be controlled from within a print. I won't say this solution of mine is straightforward, but it surely does upgrade fan control from the crudest possible system to something pretty damn good. Installing and configuring it is not trivial but well worth the effort. If you're interested, download the STL models of this Thing, visit the GitHub page of this project, and get started. The m…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Variable fan speed on the FlashForge Creator Pro and other MightyBoard printers 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 DrLex.
Who made this model?: Designed by DrLex, 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.