Featured
Stuck in a 3D printing rut? Unsure what to print next? We've got you covered. Here are this month's 50 cool things to 3D print – as always, starting with 5 new picks at the top, followed by reader favorites.
Discover the best sites to download free 3D printer files. Whether you're a home hobbyist, 3D designer, or someone using a professional print service, our guide has you covered.
Even resin 3D printers need a workout from time to time. Discover the best resin test print models to whip your machine into shape!
Latest
Even resin 3D printers need a workout from time to time. Discover the best resin test print models to whip your machine into shape!
PrintPal promises a city miniature from just a name. For America’s 250th, I chose the nation’s capital to see if it lives up to its claim.
Stuck in a 3D printing rut? Unsure what to print next? We've got you covered. Here are this month's 50 cool things to 3D print – as always, starting with 5 new picks at the top, followed by reader favorites.
Wondering what to do with all those empty filament spools? Check out these fun projects for some inspiration and new ideas!
We dug through hundreds of World Cup-themed 3D prints to find our favorite free trophies, mascots, accessories, party prints, and fan-made keepsakes.
From print-in-place gears to mesmerizing geometric motion, we found the absolute most satisfying free models to load onto your printer.
Push your printer to the limit with 30 mechanical 3D printed puzzles. From secret boxes to complex jigsaws, these designs are ready to print.
Stop warping and cut noise without breaking the bank by building a professional grade 3D printer enclosure for under $100.
If you love playing D&D, join us on an adventure to discover the best free DnD 3D print files and 3D models and where to find them!
From quick weekend projects to high-performance FPV builds: This all-in-one guide helps you choose the right 3D printing files, mastering the best filaments, and successfully launching your first 3D printed drone.
That's the fundamental question the immensely talented Super Valid Designs asks in a recent video on YouTube. The answer – an emphatic near four-minute long song – uses over a dozen fully 3D printed musical instruments with zero digital effects or post-processing. This video gives a peek behind the curtain at the process, but the main show starts at 21m 40s. Alternatively, you can listen to it on popular music streaming platforms, too.
Some of the instrument files are available on their Printables profile, should you feel inspired.
Warhammer is ever-popular, and with 3D printing you can expand your collection! Here are the best sites for 3D printed Warhammer models!
Best known for its smart-looking mechanical keyboards, the brand's in-depth GitHub repo includes all the CAD for some 80+ products, giving you access to reference files to adapt, remix, and design around. The kicker? Personal use only – this is source available, not open source. It gives a fascinating look behind the curtain at a series of minimal looking peripherals, and for owners, an easier starting point to design your own 3D printable accessories.
3D printing can be fun for the whole family – the process and the results! Check out these great 3D printed toys for kids (and grown-ups).
FDM 3D prints usually show layer lines. Learn about ABS acetone smoothing and how to get a totally smooth surface finish in four easy steps.
Then look no further than photographer Sebastian Lay’s curation of fully 3D printable analog cameras. You don't even have to be a photography geek to appreciate this easy-to-browse database. In it, you'll find 113 models, across a variety of film types and formats, shapes and sizes (including pinhole and lens-mountable models) dating all the way back to 2013.
Planters are more than pots for your plants: They're decor! Read on for awesome 3D printed planter designs to keep your plants thriving.
Discover the best sites to download free 3D printer files. Whether you're a home hobbyist, 3D designer, or someone using a professional print service, our guide has you covered.
Free STLs are great, but sometimes it makes sense to look for paid models. Read about when it might be worth it and where to find them depending on what you need.
3D printed puzzle boxes are more diverse than you might think! See how 3D printing has inspired puzzling innovation and how to make your own.