In order to print something on a 3D printer, you must have a 3D model available. A 3D model is a digital file of an object created using software or 3D scanning. In simple words, this is a file in which all "3D shape" the geometry of the object to be printed by the 3D printer.

Typically, a 3D model is displayed as a 3D image using XNUMXD rendering or rendering with the ability to rotate around a given point in the coordinate system.

It is not possible to launch a 3D printer without a 3D model. As it is, it is not possible to calculate the cost of 3D printing. This is very important to understand, because one of the most frequently asked questions is: "How much will it cost?" Dear customers, please understand that it is impossible to provide a calculation without a 3D model! If you would like to receive a quote, send or upload your 3D model to us. Where can I get it? We describe in this article.

Consider 4 methods for obtaining a 3D model:

  1. Creation of 3D models
  2. 3D scanning
  3. 3D modeling order
  4. Downloading 3D models on special resources.

Let's take a closer look at the last point and take a look at a few of the main resources that I most often use to download 3D models for 3D printing:

  1. https://studia3d.com/3dmodels - a 3D printing marketplace where you can also buy a 3D model
  2. https://www.thingiverse.com - the main and largest resource of free models.
  3. https://www.yeggi.com - an aggregator for searching 3D models from all over the Internet.
  4. https://www.myminifactory.com Is a young but rapidly developing platform.
  5. https://cults3d.com Is an interesting resource with good user experience. They have an excellent Instagram page.
  6. http://pinshape.com - a good solution for engineers and designers. Analogue of ThingiVerse, just less popular, but no less functional.
  7. https://www.youmagine.com - an analogue of the first point, however, I found a few necessary models for myself only here.
  8. https://3d-gallery.xyzprinting.com/en-US/gallery/ - a collection of 3D models from the manufacturer of 3D printers XZY
  9. https://grabcad.com/library - for those who need solid CAD models.
  10. https://www.stlfinder.com - very simple and convenient search for STL models.
  11. https://3dkitbash.com - if you need toys or dolls.
  12. https://fab365.net - the guys are developing interesting things. Many customers send models for printing from here.
  13. https://nasa3d.arc.nasa.gov/models/printable - models of space bodies and aircraft.
  14. https://repables.com - models of functional products.
  15. https://library.zortrax.com - a library of models from the manufacturer of 3D printers Zortrax.
  16. https://www.cgtrader.com - an excellent portal for selling 3D models with a convenient viewer.
  17. https://www.turbosquid.com - 3D models for the pros. A large number of models for real projects.
  18. https://ru.3dexport.com - a large number of 3D models of an individual format. This site is unlike any other.
  19. https://www.3dfindit.com - resembles a search engine for 3D models. Essentially, it is a CAD catalog.
  20. https://www.instructables.com - I found a lot of 3D models for the advertising industry on this resource. Many interesting things for microelectronics, working with light, etc.
  21. http://www.3dshook.com - a marketplace for 3D models for household use.
  22. https://www.redpah.com - 3D models for a wide range of applications.
  23. https://www.threeding.com - 3D models at incredibly high prices. However, it also came in handy at work.
  24. https://free3d.com - the main feature of this resource is free of charge.
  25. https://3dprint.nih.gov/ - 3D models from chemistry, medicine and education.
  26. https://www.prusaprinters.org - a selection of models from the leading manufacturer of 3D printers in Europe.
  27. https://3dtoday.ru/3d-models - a selection of 3D models from the Russian portal of 3D printing.

As you can see, there are a lot of portals for searching 3D models. Which means how quickly and rapidly the technology is evolving.

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