Spinner Toy Free 3D print model

cgtrader

I enjoy designing and creating simple fidget toys that can be fun to play with when you're feeling bored. The first model I designed was quite rough, lacking any fillets or smooth edges - I ended up cutting myself while trying to break it loose from the 3D print bed. Thankfully, I learned a valuable lesson about the importance of sharp edges, as the tapered thread produced a very sharp edge. In order for this type of fidget toy to work properly, it should be incredibly smooth and spin freely - the higher wall thickness and infill help create a more massive piece that spins more smoothly. The denser the part is, the better it will function at spinning around its axis. To achieve optimal results, I printed out another model using 100% infill with 2mm walls and .8mm top/bottom layers. As you can see from the attached image, this new version came off the print bed almost completely broken loose - no prying or twisting was needed to separate the two parts! For maximum performance, it's a good idea to use a little bit of vegetable oil between the contact faces, as it really helps the toy slide even smoother. I hope you enjoy your newly printed fidget toy and feel satisfied with its design! The current model features an intentional gap of 0.8mm between the two parts - when printed at a height of .2 layers, it comes out looking quite sleek.