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(Pocket-lint) - The world of 3D printing is well and truly here with printers in homes, online stores and even supermarkets offering 3D printing services. The result is all manner of weird and wonderful 3D printed objects.
In the home people can download or design files and print off objects in plastic. This can be helpful for cheap and easy replacements of parts about the house, quick toys and even furniture.
Then there are metal 3D printers as well as organic models. These are generally used by companies or universities and have created things like guns and even human organs. Food printers are also here making it possible to print sweets as well as proper meals.
3D printing is helping to make products appear on the market faster as cheaper and easier prototyping can be achieved. Cars have been 3D printed as well as basic houses. While they're still in the early stages of development it's possible that the future of large-scale production could be 3D printed.
We've rounded up a broad range of 3D printed products here right now.
Osaka University
3D-bioprinted structured Wagyu beef
Scientists from Osaka University have been working on 3D printing a meat alternative that's said to be comparable to Waygu beef. The "meat" contains muscle, fat and blood vessels arranged in a way that apparently has a striking resemblance to the expensive Waygu meat.
The researchers have said this will not only help potentially provide an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative to meat but a customisable food source too. Future customers will be able to order the meat customised with specific levels of fat (for example) tailored to their needs.
If you're interested in the science of it you can read more about it here.
Osteoid/Deniz Karasahin
A cast that helps you heal
Medical uses for 3D printing might well be our favourite use of this tech.
In 2014, designer Deniz Karasahin created this brilliant concept of a new cast for broken limbs that not only looks awesome but also helps the healing process. The 3D printed cast included a low-intensity pulsed ultrasound system that was designed to help damaged bones to heal faster - as much as 38 per cent faster in fact.
Natural Machines
3D printed pizza
Foodini is a 3D food printer capable of printing an entire pizza in one. This printer, designed by Natural Machines doesn't just produce pizzas, it can manage other foodstuffs as well - burgers, spaghetti and more. Of course, a device like this is fairly high-end and in 2016 one of these printers would set you back around $2,000. But perhaps this sort of thing is a taste of the future?
TheFutureofThings
Bio-printing replacement body parts
3D printing is a fairly exciting field, not just in creating new gadgets and gizmos, but also in the field of medicine.
There have been various advancements in the bio-printing space over the last few years. These have included research into 3D printing for tissue repair and reconstruction, limb replacement, kidney transplants and even heart transplant.
Organovo has been pioneering this tech of late and was even involved in 3D printing liver and kidney tissue that could be used to treat failing human organs. An amazing life-saving tech that we can't wait to see future developments of.
R-BRUSH/3D NextLevel
A dragon's head
Out of the Netherlands comes this fantastic 3D printed dragons head which adorns a Game of Thrones-themed boat.
It was printed by 3D NextLevel and painted by R-Brush but it also impressive for other reasons - like the fact that it's equipped with a flamethrower and smoke machine for dramatic effect.
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Hodor door stop
Game of Thrones fans will either chortle quietly or shed a single sad tear over this one.
A 3D printed door stop crafted to show the word Hodor.
University of Maine
The world's largest 3D printed boat
In October 2019, the University of Maine managed to set not one, not two, but three Guinness World Records for using the world's largest polymer 3D printer to print the largest boat ever printed.
The 25-foot, 5,000-pound 3D-printed boat known as 3Dirigo might not be the most exciting or interesting-looking 3D print on our list, but it's certainly an impressive feat. Even more so when you watch the timelapse of it being crafted.
The prototype printer itself is something special too. A beast of a machine that's able to print huge object as much as 100-feet long by 22-feet wide and 10-feet high. It's said that the printer will be used for rapid prototyping of civilian, defense and infrastructure applications.
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A little help for a furball
Instagrammer Kittenxlady posted this image in 2017 showing her favourite little kitten rocking some fairly awesome custom 3D printed wheels.
The purrrrrrrrrfect little setup to help the little furball get about despite health problems.
Thomas Tetu/3dvarius
A 3D printed electric violin
With humble beginnings in 2013, the 3Dvarius soon made a move to Kickstarter with the promise of an awesome looking 3D printed violin that was designed to create a symbiosis between itself and the musician. Precise machining, an innovative design and an eye-for-detail saw the 3Dvarius turn from a concept into a fully functioning musical instrument that really stands out from the crowd.
willcalderone0630/Reddit
Darth Vader pen holder
While many of the 3D printings on this list might be useful, practical or helpful in one way or another, some are just awesome. This little 3D printed version of Darth Vader is a fantastic example. The dark overlord has been turned into a humble pen holder, bowing the knee to his owner.
WinSun
The world's first 3D printed house
Back in the hazy days of 2014, a private Chinese company known as WinSun crafted the first ever 3D printed house.
Four large 3D printers were put to work to spray concrete layer-by-layer to construct the walls.
This 3D printing method was said to be incredibly cheap and the lack of manpower involved meant costs could be kept even lower. At the time it was suggested that a house could be printed for less than $5,000.
Grass Roots Engineering
A full-sized kayak
This amazing kayak was 3D printed from a home printer section by section over 42 days. It was lovingly crafted by Jim Smith, a 3D Systems engineer, who made the craft from around $500 worth of materials. Those materials included ABS plastic, machine screws, brass inserts and a healthy dose of silicone caulk to keep the canoe watertight. It took around 1,012 hours to print but it works!
3D Systems
Edible printings
In 2015, 3D Systems announced the ChefJet Pro 3D. A 3D printing device that was able to 3D print sweets and candy treats. The result is some fairly awesome edible creations with flavours ranging from chocolate to vanilla, mint, sour apple, cherry and watermelon.
Pinhole
A 3D printed pinhole camera
Pinhole is a camera that can be 3D printed and loads 35mm film for shots. This device originally started life on Kickstarter before becoming a reality. It's designed to bring old-school photography to the modern age. The end result is pretty cool too as the 3D printed camera is strong, robust and durable - much more than modern digital cameras that could easily break if dropped.
If you love this idea, you can even print your own camera by following these instructions.
Hawk University
The Rapid Racer
The Rapid Racer was 3D printed with 3,600 layers and is powered by s standard 18V drill by Hawk University.
Alice Spieser
The Down Up Tap
The Down Up Tap makes drinking from a tap easier, should you feel the need to. This 3D printed tap is essentially a dual-nozzled water dispenser for your sink that combines the standard functionally of a normal tap with a drinking fountain.
No need to dirty up your glasses, just drink and go.
Nike
First ever 3D printed football boots
In 2013, Nike showed off its new design of Vapour Laser Talon football boots. These were the first ever 3D printed football boots that were designed to help athletes perform at their best thanks to a lightweight design and powerful traction grips.
Porsche
Porsche Cayman S
In 2013, Porsche released a free 3D printable file for its Cayman S. Fans of the car maker could then print their own vehicle and even colour it whichever way they wanted. Sure it's not as cool as the real thing, but it is considerably cheaper and official too.
Papierfliegerei
The paper aeroplane gun
Looking to up your paper aeroplane game? Then this 3D printed monster may be the device you need. The 3D printed A6 V10 Paper Airplane gun can fire planes automatically and in large quantities.
It might not be much to look at, but one version of this 3D printed gun, known as the PFM-A5 V2 was capable of holding up to 200 sheets of A5 paper and firing 120 paper planes a minute.
Pi-top
3D printed modular laptop
The Pi-Top is a 3D printed modular laptop that's designed to teach users how to print circuitry, learn to code and create awesome devices for the future. This quirky (and surprisingly cheap) device was created to encourage users to invent new gadgets, gizmos and interesting creations for the future.
Canyon Critters Rescue
A 3D printed tortoise shell
Say hello to Cleopatra, a tortoise with a 3D-printed prosthesis. She suffers from pyramiding due to poor nutrition, meaning her real shell has holes and broken parts that could get infected, but Roger Henry, a student from Colorado Technical University, designed her a new 3D-printed shell made of biodegradable corn-based plastic.
She's also being properly fed by the Canyon Critters Reptile Rescue HQ in Colorado, and her new 3D-printed shell is expected to protect her until her actual shell heals in a few years.
TBWA/Hakuhodo
3D on the rocks
A Japanese advertising agency called TBWA/Hakuhodo created ice pieces called "3D on the rocks" to advertise Suntory Whisky, but it used Autodesk 123D, 3D designs, and a CNC router to carve the designs out of an ice block. The whole process is quite similar to 3D printing. The image above is just one of the many ice pieces the agency made.
A reconstructed Toucan beak
3D printing certainly has plenty of awesome potential uses. This brilliant snap shows just how much difference this printing tech can make, not only to human lives but also to the animals that inhabit our world as well. Here, a Toucan has had its beak reconstructed with the power of a 3D printer.
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3D printed artwork for the blind
3D printed objects are changing lives all over the world in wonderfully different ways.
This brilliant use sees classic paintings and artwork being transformed into 3D printed sculptures. In this form, it is hoped that the visually impaired will have a chance to experience and appreciate the art in new and awesome ways like they couldn't before.
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Mobility for a puppy
This photo is proof from Reddit that 3D printed prosthetics and mobility aids aren't just for humans. This poor little dog has unfortunately lost the use of his legs, but now has some 3D printed wheels to help him zip about the place.
surviro/Reddit
Google Droid
When one Redditor's wheel bound brother was due to start a job at Google they took to the 3D printer to make them something awesome to act as a desk buddy. A lot of thought went into this little printing as well. Not only does the Droid's head move (and come off) but it also has magnets built into its posterior to keep it in the wheelchair.
Kvant3dPrinting
Dragon lamp
The last series of Game of Thrones might well have had fans of the series divided on whether it was any good or not, but there's no denying the dragons were awesome. Making the most of the love for the winged mythical creatures, one Etsy seller has taken to crafting awesome 3D printed dragon lamps, complete with burning hell fire.
JayLuvLL
Full-sized 3D printed Iron Man suit
A cosplayer going by the name Jayluvll really takes their hobby seriously. Employing a healthy dose of patience, over six months of effort and a multitude of 3D printed parts, they managed to craft this awesome looking full-sized Iron Man suit. Impressive!
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An accurate brain
Not an actual brain nor a replacement for a human brain that's been 3D printed (though that would be fairly awesome), this is instead an accurate printing of a brain created from an MRI scan.
Reddit user ST314 created it after their son went through the scanner. Theyexplained how it happened:
"I extracted the data from his MRI using a script written by user miykael on github, prepared the shape in Blender, bisecting the brain on the horizontal plane so there would be two stable flat surfaces, and then ran it through the Qidi software to create a gcode file from the stl. The printer is a Qidi X-pro. I used 3D Solutech PLA filament (because they had decent iZombie brain coloured material). Total print time was about 20 hours for both hemispheres. Data prep of the polygons was about the same amount of time."
Apis Cor
Another house and plans for space
Since the first 3D printed house was churned out, other companies have been working on creating new constructions using similar techniques. This house, built by Apis Cor, was constructed in under 24-hours and cost just over $10,000 to print. Interestingly, the 400 square foot domicile is predicted to be durable enough to last up to 175 years.
Other endeavours by the company include research into the possibilities of using 3D printing technology to construct habitats on other planets.
lecaramel
Piggy bank
3D printing is still a fair expensive undertaking, so perhaps this design is essential for anyone looking to get into it. A 3D printed piggy bank for storing your spare change for your next printing project.
3DWatsch
A printed belt
If you're always having trouble with your trousers falling down or just find it impossible to find a belt that actually fits, then perhaps 3D printing your own is the solution. Imagine the possibilities of setting your own fashion trend with 3D printed clothing that's surely unique if nothing else.
iJet
A tiny Tokoyo
iJet took to Kickstarter in 2016 with this brilliant project that saw Tokyo being recreated in tiny three-dimensional 3D printed maps.
An awesome highly-detailed and painstaking project with fantastic results. The massive city certainly looks pretty special in this tiny format.
NASA
3D printed rocket parts
Even NASA has been at it. In 2013 the space organisation experimented with 3D printing techniques to create new parts for its space rockets. Obviously, these are some heavy-duty bits of kit as they needed to be able to withstand temperatures of up to 6,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Goes to show the potential future uses of this tech though.
Jukka Seppänen
Vortex Keep
Ever fancied your very own castle, complete with foreboding moat and unsurmountable cliff face? Now you can, at least in tiny form anyway, thanks to this 3D printable model by Jukka Seppänen. This model is also awesomely designed to hold a small candle in the middle to add a brilliant glowing ambience to it at night.
Printing_Joe
Cheshire Cats
3D printers are so versatile.
They can be used to print everything from replacement limbs to simple little models to show your love for fairy tales. These instructions by Steve Solomon let you print your very own grinning Cheshire cat. These felines are no longer confined to Wonderland.
mrhodes/ChaosCoreTech
Godzilla
This brilliant vision of Godzilla was created by Mark Rhodes taking inspiration from the original model by ChaosCoreTech and adding in a cool dose of angry waters below his feet and a brilliant system that used vape tech to blow smoke out of his mouth.
FotisMint
Animated series Batman
We bet a modern Bruce Wayne would have a few 3D printers in his house. He'd probably also approve of his animated likeness being recreated in this form. 3D printing hobbyist Fotis Mint has created this fantastic looking model of the dark knight for people to print themselves.
Printing_Joe/Nick Markellov
Mushroom lamp
One of the things we love about 3D printing is the way it can not only be used to create beautiful things, but useful things as well.
Here Joe Prints has crafted a really colourful mushroom that also doubles as a nifty little lamp.
grafitomi/eastman
Judge Dredd
This is an incredibly detailed 3D printed model of Judge Dredd, complete with his iconic scowl and massive shoulder pads. This model was crafted by grafitomi based on David Östman's printing instructions. We think it's fantastic and you can even view it in its full glory in video form on Instagram.
FotisMint
Guybrush Threepwood
From the classic Monkey Island, comes our favourite pirate-based character Guybrush Threepwood. Brilliantly recreated here by Fotis Mint. If this floats your boat, you'll be happy to know, he's also got the specs for scurvy seadog, Captain LeChuck.
David Östman/Eastman
Stormtrooper helmet
This bust of a Stormtrooper helmet seems to be the perfect model for geeks everywhere. We'd imagine if you own a 3D printer, you're probably a Star Wars fan.
Most people are anyway, aren't they? Even if you aren't you can still appreciate the level of detail and the presence of this one. Another classic David Östman creation, it's certainly popular.
Fabio Bautista
Anonymous mask
Whether this mask reminds you of Guy Fawkes, the 2005 film V for Vendetta or the hacker group Anonymous, it's certainly striking. If you've always thought it was pretty cool, like we have, then you'll be happy to know you can now print your own thanks to Fabio Bautista.
Kirby Downey
Portal gun
Based on Valve's awesome sci-fi puzzle games, this 3D printing features an awesome looking portal gun. Alas, it won't actually be able to blast teleportation portals for you to travel through, but you will be able to impress your friends, use it for Cosplay or just show off your geeky style with it on a shelf in your home. Kirby Downey's creation also includes cavity housing for LED lights so you can make it glow.
Rob Pauza/William Graves III
Captain America's shield
For all you MCU fans, this one is bound to be a crowd-pleaser. The original instructions are for a small version of the shield, scaled to be around 10-inches. But because it's 3D printed, you can also go large and this image shows one user who did just that and made a real-life sized shield. See a video of the original here to get a taste of how awesome it is.
Scan The World
Medusa
Seems rather fitting to include Medusa on this list - the mythical snake-haired woman whose mere gaze could turn men to stone. This 3D printing is one of many different ones by Scan The World. Scan The World is an ambitious project to scan and recreate objects of cultural significance like this on. Making our past more accessible to everyone around the world, even to those who are unable to travel.
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The Brandenburg Gate
It might be tiny, but it's also an awesome piece of history that you can hold in your hands.
This 3D printing was created to celebrate the anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall but also works a brilliant tribute to history.
Scan The World
Moai Head on Easter Island
Another creation from the Scan the World project is a 3D printing of the Moai Head from Easter Island. This is a modern recreation of one of the mysterious statues from the island and a fantastic work of art.
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OpenRC Tractor
Many of these 3D printed items are awesome to both look and marvel at, but they don't necessarily do anything other than please the eye. This one does though, with a little extra effort, you can make a working tractor which is bound to get your wheels turning.
Duke Doks
SNES Mini Raspberry Pi
The SNES Mini is an awesome classic console. But if you're a creative sort of person, then you might like to build your own rather than buy one.
Duke Doks created this guide for printing your own SNES Mini housing for your Raspberry Pi to make it look more authentic.
Byambaa Erdene
Groot
The second cutest character from Guardian's of the Galaxy (our favourite is Rocket) is certainly unmistakable. If you love Groot too, then you're bound to approve of this 3D print. You can even print Groot sitting, standing and waving. So plenty to choose from. We just like that the lines of the 3D printing process help accentuate the wooden creases of Groot's skin.
Steve Solomon
Wallace and Gromit
The most famous animated man and dog combo? Certainly one of the most entertaining to grace our televisions. Wallace and Gromit have filled us with joy over the years. We love this 3D printed model of the pair. It's amusing and a great likeness to the original too.
Akaki Kuumeri/Thingiverse
Flight sim joystick
After Microsoft Flight Simulator released, people went mad for joysticks to the point that they all went out of stock or the prices got jacked up.
Not to be deterred, Akaki Kuumeri crafted their own 3D printed joystick complete with working components and USB connectivity. A great solution to a first-world problem.
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Stratocaster guitar
A real Stratocaster would set you back some serious amounts of money, but what about one you printed yourself? Sure, it's not quite the same, but it's awesome in its own way.
It's worth noting that though you can print this guitar yourself, it's a tricky one to get working correctly.
Ghost Design/Cults
Anti-germ door opener
In 2020, it's best not to get near people, touch things or go out in public, but if you need to then this might be a good solution.
A 3D printed door opener that looks like a knuckle duster but is actually designed to let you grip onto door handles and open doors without actually touching handles and thereby avoiding germs.
FedorSosnin/Thingiverse
Mechanical keyboards
Gaming keyboards are great.
Fancy custom keyboards are even better, but they're also very expensive. What about a 3D printed one?
This is another one of those 3D prints that's complicated to pull off but oh-so-satisfying when it's finished.
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Batman miniature
This nifty little thing is a 3D printed miniature replica of the helmet from Batman vs Superman. It might not have been the best Batman flick, but there's no denying this helmet is fantastic.
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Flying courgette
If your kids won't eat their vegetables, maybe you can use 3D printing to make healthy food seem more interesting or appealing.
3D print some wings and see if you can make a courgette fly further than a paper aeroplane. Mother told us never to play with our food, but she never had a 3D printer.
Mas0n8or
A functional lightbulb
3D printed things are generally awesome but some are pretty uniquely impressive.
This one, for example, seems to show a functional light bulb with a really nifty shape.
There's a guide here on how to make it and a tutorial video too.
5yncr0
Phone charging station
If you're a Tesla fan, then this themed charging station for your smartphone might be the perfect 3D print.
Apparently easy instructions are available to view here and hopefully, you'll be back on the road in no time.
Roofofcar
Interesting shower head
If you've always thought your shower was a bit boring and doesn't have enough pressure or fun angles, then why not print your own?
This functional print gives you not only an interesting looking shower head but also according to users good pressure, droplet size and more.
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3D printed schools
In Ukraine, an organisation known as Humanitarian Innovative Technologies is working on 3D printing schools.
An interesting use of 3D printing for humanitarian aid in an area ravaged by war.
The first school is opening in 2023 in Lviv providing some educational infrastructure for children for the thousands of children displaced in the region.
Writing by Adrian Willings and Luke Edwards.
67 Cool Things to 3D Print
3D printing is such a fun way to produce creative work—and it has totally taken off. Now, creators are using this amazing new technology to create all kinds of wild and wonderful 3D printer projects that were previously all but impossible to make at home.
These 3D printer projects are a great addition to your online design portfolio. This is such a hot space that shows your mastery of this chic craft could win you some big new clients. You can showcase a collection of cool things to 3D print and some of your best 3D printings too.
Want to get in on this cool 3D prints trend? We’ve compiled a list of 67 inspiring 3D printing ideas to fuel your next 3D printer design.
So, what can you make with a 3D printer? Well, there’s something cool for everyone!
Next in our list of cool things to 3D print is a simple project that can be completed in approximately one hour and will produce a whistle. It can produce an eye-popping 118db sound, perfect for camping or sporting events.
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that earbud cords are a pain in the butt to keep organized. They constantly get tangled and eventually produce the dreaded earphone-crackle, rendering your treasured music-makers useless. This is a great example of what you can make with a 3D printer that can improve your everyday life.
A simple toy originally created for Settlers of Catan, this project is durable and (in our opinion) cute. This is one of those 3D printer projects you could use in a few ways: gaming, office desk decoration, children’s toy, you name it! Plus, T-Rexes are (always!) cool.
Organize your desk, and add a little flair at the same time! With these simple 3D printer designs, you’ll have all you need to generate truly unique desktop organizers that not only keep your stuff where it needs to be but look cool as well. You can 3D print a pencil holder that is unique to your own personality and have others mistaking your pencil holders again.
With a 3D printer you’ll be able to replace your dinnerware with new and original 3D printer designs in no time at all. Take this blueberry-themed bowl, for example. Why stop there? There are numerous other designs for plates and bowls out there to make eating at home a unique experience.
One of the cool things to 3D print is an abstract planter for your succulents and cacti. Why use traditional planters to hold your plants? There are cool 3D prints out there that don’t allow you to skip the traditional clay pots.
These modular little guys are modern and fresh and guaranteed to make your mini-garden more attractive.
Measuring Cube
Get rid of those 72 measuring spoons from your utensil drawer and replace them all with a single implement! One of the most immediately useful and cool 3D prints in this list, it’ll make for an interesting tool that others will want when they see it.
Cable Holder
Stop the tyranny of cords taking over your desk and entertainment unit and 3D print some space-saving cable management devices. You’ll cut back on desk clutter and all that cord-related aggravation. These are the blessed 3D printed objects that make life a little less annoying!
Nearly everyone these days has a smartphone, and we’ve likely all had moments where we wanted to prop up our phones for viewing video or photos and had to resort to piled books or whatever else is on hand.
And it rarely works out as well as we hope! That makes this tiny project one of the coolest 3D printed objects on the list. Plus, they look like cats. Cats are good.
A perennial childhood favorite, kids love them just as much today. Of course, adults can enjoy these toys, too. They could be just the ticket to break through some creative block!
A truly inspiring 3D printing idea, these pop-out business cards allow you to speak to clients in a way they won’t have experienced many times (if ever) before! Rather than a drab piece of cardboard, hand them a toy they can assemble that speaks much louder than a traditional printed card.
Can’t sit still? Searching for a 3D printer project to help you focus? Look no further. Fidget spinners are an excellent way to occupy your mind, and this 3D printed object will definitely do the trick.
This is probably one of the most fun and cool things to 3D print, these gimmicky little toys are quite literally affixed to food items found in your house. A lemon helicopter? A banana-car? Why not! Easy to print and awesome for providing hours of enjoyment to restless rainy-day kiddos.
Definitely among the most interesting and cool things to 3D print in this list (and showcasing a bit more complexity than other entries), the dragonfly is a tiny little flying machine you can whip up in a short time. It’s perfect for providing a little entertainment for your kids on a rainy day.
Why settle for boring cutlery in your drawer? With minimal effort, you can produce some decorative handles for your eating utensils and wow visitors to your humble abode. When they inevitably ask “so, what can you print with a 3D printer?”, you can tell them they’re eating with it!
Drop your phone into these useful little devices to amplify the sound from its speakers.
They offer surprisingly high-quality sound—and now you don’t need to lug portable speakers around on picnics or at the beach.
If you’re looking for some more simple and cool 3D printing ideas, consider 3D printing a set of drink coasters. Thanks to simple 3D printer designs like this, we won’t need to spend our hard-earned cash on flimsy little discs anymore. Make your own coasters with whatever designs you want, and say goodbye to tacky freebies and over-priced novelty ones. This idea makes for one of the cool things to 3D print as gifts!
If you’re an audiophile, you’ll truly appreciate this entry as one of the best things to 3d print. By converting audio files, you can create your own records that will play on turntables. Why limit it to music? Record your own special messages to loved ones and send out the love!
Simple 3D printer designs like this are great to have on hand.
Hinges are always useful, and come in handy all over the house. These particular designs are super-simple, even by 3D printing standards, requiring just a single step!
With a sliding clasp, these unique chip clip designs work quite well and are fantastically simple things to 3D print.
A larger-scale project than other 3D printing ideas, the Drawing Machine is quite unique: attach a pen and create works of art from files on your computer. This 3D printer project can help you produce invitations, cards or any other manner of drawings.
Some nostalgic old-timey engineering comes into play with these uber-neat 3D printing ideas. Relive the past and have your desk decorated with a sign that uses something other than LED or LCD displays!
When it comes to 3D printing metal, there are people who may choose to use a laser cutter instead.
The reason is that 3D printed projects using metal can be costly and time-consuming. However, the two are quite different. 3D printing is an additive process, while laser cutting is a subtractive process. Depending on your needs, those that are looking to create multiple pieces at a quicker pace may choose the laser cutter as it can conveniently cut multiple materials and larger size.
With digital trends of raw and rustic design, you might be considering 3D printing cool things at home with metal. However, printing metal is extremely costly due to its process and the machinery required. If you’re looking for cool things to 3D print at home with a metal-looking finish, we recommend using materials on the market that can create metal-like 3D printed objects instead. These materials give the illusion that your 3D printed pencil holder or camera mount is made out of metal but without the actual cost.
Thanks to 3D printing, it has also made highly-customizable prosthesis possible.
One of the coolest things about 3D printed prosthesis is that they can create custom fits for the patient and also a much lower cost. Instead of creating static designs that are “one size fits all”, 3D print gives companies the opportunity to create products that are affordable and personalized. What would have cost lots of money to create is now more accessible thanks to 3D printed prostheses.
Beyond science, 3D printed homes and shelters have also become one of the cool things to 3D print across the world. To address the housing issue around the world, companies have been using this technology to print emergency shelters and 3D printed homes. With this technology, companies and cities can build a community in a much shorter amount of time and for a cost cheaper than traditional home building methods. Each home inside the community can then be purchased at a more affordable cost.
If you love architecture and buildings, companies have created kits that allow people to replicate architectural structures and other cool things with a 3D pen.
For boardgame lovers, you 3D print your own figurines by drawing it with your 3D pen. You can also turn your favorite cartoon show characters or movie heroes into 3D. While a 3D pen allows you to draw 2D things to 3D, their limitation tends to be the size of the project you can make. If you’re looking to 3D print a life-size chair, it may be easier to use a printer because 3D pens may not be able to create something as durable.
- Tangram: A super easy and fun game to play with your kids or friends. If you’re going on a road trip or simply trying to pass time, this 3D printed tangram makes for portable entertainment.
- Klöts (Quick shoe ties): Some cool things to 3D print for your kids are these quick shoe ties. With this project, you’ll spend less time worrying about their shoelaces being undone and risking a fall.
- Puzzle Keychain: This heart puzzle is perfect as a gift or personal use. If you’re tight on schedule for an anniversary or valentine’s day gift, this heart puzzle is one of the quickest things to 3D print.
- Door Stop: Some things to 3D print for practical uses are these door stops. Whether you’re using it at home or for your office, printing them is super easy and fast.
- Light Switch Locks: This definitely tops for cool things to 3D print, especially for parents. This awesome tool can prevent your kids from turning the lights on and off at home. Keep certain lights off to save energy.
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Want to see the work of experienced 3D printers? Here is a list of the best YouTube channels on the subject.
There's no doubt that YouTube's magical powers make it possible to create the most informative and visual materials about 3D printing.
Whether you're looking for tutorials, tips and tricks, product reviews, cool projects, or just curious, here's a list of the best 3D printing YouTube channels to watch. nine0005
Please note that the channels in the list are ordered by the number of subscribers at the time of translation. At the same time, the number of stories is indicated.
I Like To Make Stuff
Host: Bob Claget
Location: USA Number of subscribers: 946 889 While 3D printing plays a bridging role on this hugely popular YouTube channel, there are many technological combinations here that allow you to realize the most incredible projects. Total video: 158 The most popular video: How to Make A Secret Door / BookCase (5 474 210 Views) Location: USA Who's watching? Anyone interested in 3D printing, gaming, cosplay, geek culture and retro tech. Number of subscribers: 798 873 As you can guess from the name, this is a passion of a certain botanist Barnakula. His channel is a mixture of exciting 3D printing projects like Star Wars stormtrooper outfits, reviews of the latest tech and games, as well as personal stories about how the presenter left Microsoft after 15 years at the company, or how how he is engaged in fitness, struggling with excess weight. Total Video: 564 Most Popular Video: Best Gaming Room Tour v2.0 PC, XBOX, Racing Sim, Huge Screens, 3D Printer Much More (2,795,669 views) 
Claget talks about everything from Arduino to molds, supplementing his videos, if necessary, with a mention of the possibilities of using 3D printing. On this huge and unique channel, you can even find pudding-shooting gun projects, slot machines, snack machines, and more. nine0005
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This man just gushes with energy, a sparkling sense of humor - and fans love it. nine0005
Host: James Braton
Location: UK
Who's watching? Intermediate to advanced users who want to apply 3D printing to costume, cosplay and robot creation. nine0005
Subscribers: 424 819
James Braton's YouTube channel offers detailed, multi-part videos on how to make all kinds of robots and cosplay costumes. Sponsored by LulzBot, XRobots is the perfect place for anyone looking for complete and large-scale projects that require more than just pressing a button on a printer. From the Star Wars robot BB-8 to the Iron Man suit, comic book and sci-fi fans can 3D print almost anything through Braton's channel.
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Total videos: 401
The most popular video: Howing to Build An Iron Man Helmet & Suit, Mounding, Casting, 3D Printing, Electronics (24 911 003)
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Hosts: Bill and Brittany Doran
Location: USA
Who's watching? Those who want to use 3D printing technologies to create high-tech cosplays and items. nine0005
Subscribers: 127 002
Run by husband and wife Bill and Brittany Doran, this popular channel is probably the best place on YouTube to learn how to create your favorite items from video games, TV shows and movies. From object modeling to metal-look finishes, the Doran family will walk viewers through the process, and quickly.
Total video: 473
Most viewed video: Destiny Hand Cannon Foam Prop (642,654 views)
Make Anything
Host: Divin Montes
Who is watching: USA 5 
Subscribers: 45,599
This YouTube channel is the perfect place to get creative ideas and learn how to bring them to life on a 3D printer. Whether you want to build a working clipper or learn how to fix warped PLA printouts, Make Anything is here to help. Host Divin Montes does a little bit of everything, showing subscribers how to create optical illusions, upgrade a 3D printer, embed virtual reality into 3D prints, and more, among other things. Make Anything is a very useful channel for those who are just getting started with a 3D printer, as well as for those who have already learned something and want to use their device in the best possible way. nine0005
Number of subscribers: 45 147
Thomas Zahnladerer's channel is filled with informative videos about a wide range of consumer innovations. In the regular Tom's Review section, the author offers unbiased reviews of everything and everything under the sun, from desktop 3D printers to specialized filament.
There's also a Tom's Guide section that walks you through every step of the 3D printing process imaginable, including printer upgrades, heated beds, calibration, and more. nine0005
Total video: 189
Most popular video: Setting up auto bed tramming leveling tilt compensation! (172 440 views)
3D Printing Nerd
Holder: Joel Tilaling
Location: USA
Who looks? Those who want to learn the wonders of 3D printing, who want to create something fun and really useful. nine0005
Subscribers: 42,731
One of the most popular 3D printing YouTube channels, run by Joel Telling, an enthusiast who loves to create and teach. If you are looking for 3D models that the whole family can enjoy, if you are looking for detailed reviews, 3D Printing Nerd is for you. What makes Telling's channel especially unusual is the author's witty presentation and passion for this technology, which are visible in every episode.
Total videos: Number of subscribers: 36,722 When it comes to choosing a particular 3D printer, 3D scanner or modeling program, Angus Divson's Maker's Muse channel can save you a lot of time. Creating his objective reviews, the author thoroughly tests 3D printers and filaments. The additive technology expert also gives advice on how to optimize 3D printing, talking about the correct preparation of CAD programs, the slicer, the printing process and its behind the scenes. Total video: 234 Most viewed video: Make your 3D Printed parts look professional with Acetone and a Rice cooker! (172 229 views) Holder: JWALL Location: USA Who is watching? Beginners who want to learn how to 3D design and print and who like learning with a sense of humor. Subscribers: 13,618 If you want to have some fun and learn all the tricky stuff behind the magic of 3D modeling and printing, this channel is definitely worth checking out. Here you have sex toys, and armor for a cat, and all sorts of things that the violent fantasy of the author gives rise to. In his videos, Jwall also explores the cutting edge of 3D printing technology and shares unique information with viewers. Total video: 42 The most popular video: Vaginas, Robots, & 3D Printers (448 242 Views) Chep 3D Printing Who is watching? Beginners who appreciate every moment, from the very first steps in design to the final object on the printing table. Number of subscribers: 12 142 If there is a lack of humor and revelations in this channel, then all this is more than compensated by the knowledge that the author gives. Total video: 171 The most popular video: Metal Inserts on A 3D Print (52 238 views) Personal Location: China Who's watching? 3D printing enthusiasts and techies who want a cultural experience from this brilliantly intelligent Chinese girl. Number of subscribers: 11 233 One might think that all these more than 10,000 subscribers of the Sexy Cyborg channel are the merit of only the cuteness of the presenter Naomi Wu, but it is worth watching at least one episode, and it becomes clear that the brains of The girls are just as attractive. Total videos: 18 The most popular video: Infinity Skirt Build (321 178 views) Who's watching? Beginner and advanced 3D printer users who enjoy creating items and weapons from their favorite video games. Subscribers: 9880 If you're as passionate about 3D printing and gaming as Kirby Downey, the YouTube channel of the same name is for you. The London-based designer shows you how to create the appropriate objects and weapons from the very beginning. His favorite games are Overwatch and Destiny. Total videos: 63 Most popular video: Timelapse of Thunderlord Replica from Destiny for 3D Printing (266 439 views) Richrap 9000 Location Those who are immersed in open source, who already have RepRap or only have plans to build it yet. Subscribers: 7415 The RichRap channel is for open source RepRap owners who enjoy building, modifying, creative and innovating. However, Richard Horn is not just about creating RepRap kits and talking about them. Many episodes are devoted to experiments with printer elements and materials. So, for example, the author made his printer multi-color, came up with a wonderful "children's" set "Dad and Daughter Kit Build", his clips miraculously inspire the search for new possibilities of 3D printing. Total video: 84 The most popular video: Reprap 3DR DELTA 3D Printer (286 371 View)
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In terms of 3D printing education, this channel leaves no questions unanswered. These exhaustive lessons look like lectures at a university, not a YouTube channel, with the author especially shining with knowledge in the weekly Filament Friday column. The project is aimed at those who want to understand something more than just the basics of 3D printing and realize the possibilities of this technology. nine0005
SEXY CYBORG 
Sexy Cyborg is different from most 3D printing YouTube channels. Naomi creates a unique cultural immersion into the life of a Shenzhen girl by immersing viewers in her normal day as she talks about 3D printers, creating unique accessories or visiting 3D workshops and specialty cafes in her city of 11 million. nine0005
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All models that the author shows, as well as the clips themselves, can be downloaded from MyMiniFactory. 
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Who is watching? Design savvy individuals seeking advice from one of the most respected designers in the 3D community.
Number of subscribers: 7077
On Simon Fontan's FNTSMN YouTube channel, you can learn the entire 3D printing process, from unpacking your purchased printer to materializing your first colored objects. This 3D designer's imagination knows no bounds, with a myriad of projects including cosplay costumes and printed skateboards.
Total videos: 151
Most viewed video: Fiora Baguette for Soaz from Origen Team! (76,655 views)
The Hot End
Host: Anthony Martin
Location Australia
Who's watching? Beginners and experts alike, anyone who wants to expand their knowledge of all aspects of this technology.
Number of subscribers: 6889
This is perhaps the strangest of all YouTube channels about 3D printing. Anthony Martin and his father and co-host John skillfully give their reviews a touch of scandal. In almost every episode, heavy metal sounds and good graphics are shown, the presenters of this channel can be imagined as tattooed motorcyclists. Like it or not, the Martins are famous people in the world of 3D printing. nine0005
Total videos: 133
Most viewed video: A brief look at Simplify 3D! Is it worth it? (18,896 views)
Hoffman Engineering
HOOD: CRYSTOPHER HOFFMAN
Location: USA
Who watches? Beginner to intermediate level, here you can gain experience in mechanics and digital, 3D scanning and 3D printing. nine0005
Number of subscribers: 5437
The perfect channel for a mechanical engineer who wants to get the most out of their 3D printer.
Christopher Hoffman goes into detail about CAD software, specialty plastics, and how to optimize every step of the printing process. His project is multi-faceted and informative, a great source of knowledge to help you understand how to use 3D printing in business, how to scan, how to work with electronics and create functional objects. nine0005
Total video: 89
The most popular video: 3D Scanning at Home Using An Xbox Kinect (163 139 Views)
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Location: Sweden
Who's watching? 3D designers and enthusiasts looking for ideas to take their 3D printing experience to the next level.
Number of subscribers: 4104
This YouTube channel is for designers and 3D printing enthusiasts who want to achieve something new. The author talks about printers and types of plastic, shows step by step everything he does in his design work, as well as for his hobby - radio-controlled cars.
The most interesting section is Build With Me. Here, the Swedish designer talks about how he prints and assembles working radio-controlled cars.
Total video: 120
Subscribers: 3887
If you're looking for a way to turn your sketch into a 3D model, or if you're looking for the perfect finish for your model, Chaos Core Tech is full of in-depth videos of useful and sophisticated projects. Experienced programmer Garrett Kearney uses 3D printing technology to build robots and craft all sorts of items. In this channel, the whole process is considered in detail in full - from designing models to painting itself. nine0005
Total videos: 136
The most popular video: 3D Printed Citron from Plants vs Zombies: GW 2 (19,858 views)
3D PRINT - Tech Design Design
Location: Sweden
Who's watching? Beginners who care about every step, from drawing to print.
Number of subscribers: 3783
This is a great YouTube channel that helps you combine your creativity with 3D scanning and 3D printing. Anton Monsson offers in-depth videos on 3D design software, explores specialized 3D printing filaments in detail, and shows you how to get the most out of your printer's functionality.
Total video: 149
Most viewed video: Artec EVA 3D-scanner - Unboxing and Start Up (27,025 views)
Neatherbot
Host: Austin Niteri
Location: USA
Who is watching? Advanced users and experts who want to get the most out of their existing hardware, from hot ends to fans.
Number of subscribers: 3419
In his channel Austin Niteri not only talks about the inner workings of 3D printing technology, he also shows step by step how to combine the resulting printouts with Arduino and other devices.
NeatherBot has plenty of episodes for beginners, but most of the clips are about combining 3D printed objects with electronics. Along with some tricks and flying drones, the author gives good advice on 3D printer components, filaments, and how you can upgrade your desktop printer. nine0005
Total videos: 53
Most viewed video: Review Ninjaflex Filament (136,479 views).
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