If you are a 3D printer user, you probably know how amazing it is to create your own things with this technology. You can print anything you can imagine, from useful gadgets to cool collectibles. But you also know how challenging it can be to find good 3D models, learn new skills, and share your work with others. Today I present you Printables.com
Printables.com is a platform where you can discover thousands of great printable 3D models and download them for free. You can also upload your own models, join contests, participate in clubs, and interact with other 3D enthusiasts. Printables.com is more than just a website, it’s a community of makers who love 3D printing and want to help each other grow and have fun.
Here are some of the reasons why you should join Printables.com today:
Discover a library of high-quality models for 3D printing
One of the main features of Printables.com is its huge database of 3D models that you can download and print for free. You can find models of all kinds, from practical objects to artistic sculptures. You can browse by categories, such as gadgets, toys, art, home, or fashion. You can also search by keywords, such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, or Batman.
All the models on Printables.com are created by talented designers who share their work with the community. You can see the details of each model, such as the description, the file type, the print time, and the material. You can also see the pictures of the prints made by other users and read their comments and feedback.
Some of the models on Printables.com are featured or awarded by the staff or by the contests. These models are highlighted on the homepage or on the contest page. They are usually very original, innovative, and high-quality. They are worth checking out and printing.
I also found some amazing 3D models that I printed and enjoyed. For example, I printed the Cali-Dragon from McGybeer that is cute dragon figurine that will helps you to check some calibration aspects of your 3D printer like: Surface smoothness, Stringing, Small perimeters, Overhangs or Ghosting.
Upload your own models and showcase your skills
If you are a 3D designer or a maker who likes to create your own models, you can upload them to Printables.com and showcase your skills to the world. You can share your models with the community and get likes, comments, and downloads. You can also get feedback and tips from other users and improve your designs.
To upload your models to Printables.com, you just need to create an account and fill in some information about yourself and your work. You can also link your social media profiles and your website or blog if you have one. Then you can upload your models in STL or G-code format and add some details about them, such as the name, the description, the category, and the license.
One of the benefits of uploading your models to Printables.com is that you can earn prusameters in certain conditions for the downloads and likes that you get on your models. Prusameters are points that you can exchange for discounts or vouchers on Prusa Eshop, where you can buy Prusa 3D printers, filaments, accessories, and more.
Join contests and win prizes
Another feature of Printables.com is its contests that challenge designers to create 3D printable models related to a specific theme or topic. The contests are organized by Printables.com or by its partners or sponsors. The winners are selected by a jury or by public voting.
The contests are a great way to test your skills and creativity as a 3D designer. You can also learn from other participants and see their work. The contests are fun and competitive, and they offer amazing prizes for the winners.
Some of the contests on Printables.com include: Brain Teaser Puzzles or Cooler Master QUBE 500 - PC Case Accessories contest where you can submit your designs and win Prusameters or a Prusa i3 MK3S+ or MK4 3D Printer! You can see all the past and current contests on Printables.com here
Support designers joining their Printables Clubs
The newest feature of Printables.com are the designers Clubs. The objective is to support the creators you like and get access to exclusive benefits:
- Access exclusive models - Supporters are able to view, download and comment on all Exclusive models from the creator.
- See hidden posts and vote in creator polls - Creators have the options to share exclusive posts, images and even publish polls in their Community feed, so only their supporters can access them.
- Get loyalty badges - Comments and makes are highlighted with a loyalty badge, so anyone knows, that the user supports the creator. The longer you support, the more exclusive badge you get.
- Commercial licensing - Creators have the option to provide a commercial usage license for Exclusive models to certain membership tiers.
You can see all the clubs information on Printables.com here and I hope that soon I will meet the necessary conditions to open my own Club on Printables.com
Conclusion
These are some of the reasons why you should join Printables.com, is a platform where you can discover thousands of great printable 3D models, download them for free, and read interesting articles about 3D printing. You can also upload your own models, join contests, participate in clubs, and interact with other 3D enthusiasts.
If you want to see more of my 3D design and printing projects, you can visit my profile on Printables.com here. There you will find my creations inspired by movies, comics, games, and more. You can also follow me on my blog at Frikarte 3D4, where I share more details about my work.
Thank you for reading this post and I hope you join Printables.com today. I’m sure you will love it and have a lot of fun. Happy printing!
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