Most users who have purchased CNC routers face the same problem – where to get high-quality and not too expensive, but better, completely free models for 3D routers. Fortunately, today this problem is solved much easier than a couple of years ago, since a lot of resources specializing in three-dimensional models have appeared on the Web. We made a selection of the best resources that offer print-ready files or simply publish models that anyone can convert to the format they need.Thingiverse. One of the largest and most popular bases with 3D models for CNC routers of amateur and professional level. The success of the resource is facilitated by the lack of the need to register for download and a large selection of excellent models that are distributed completely free of charge. The size of the STL database is 9000 positions and all of them are already optimized for use.
Pinshape. This site offers its users more than 13,000 STL files, both paid and completely free. The resource is beautifully designed, has a simple and pleasant interface, as well as a well-designed search system for models. All models presented in the catalogs are optimized for CNC routers and are suitable not only for amateurs, but also for specialists.
3dmodelmania.com. The site offers a large selection of a wide variety of three-dimensional models, ranging from those made by professionals and ending with very simple, amateur ones. Models are placed in sections such as Fashion, Gadgets, Architecture, so the search does not take much time and effort. The modern friendly interface, the ability to sort by popularity and usefulness, make this resource one of the most popular on the network among people for whom CNC routers is a job or a hobby. Most models are offered for download for free, but there are also paid files. Over 5,000 designs are presented and the range is constantly updated. You can buy or earn some money by selling STL files for CNC routers on 3dmodelmania.com marketplace site. Most popular categories of STL files is:
– https://3dmodelmania.com/product-category/bed/ – 3D models of Beds
– https://3dmodelmania.com/product-category/furniture/ – STL models of Furnitures
– https://3dmodelmania.com/product-category/decor/ – STL models of Decors
– https://twitter.com/3dmodelmaniacom – Twitter of 3dmodelmania.com.
3D Warehouse. The base in which you can find large-scale models of architectural structures and elements, various equipment and much more. Models are created using SketchUp 3D modeling software and are easily optimized for CNC routers using the popular 3DPrintCloud converter. When choosing a design, select the Only Show Printable Models checkbox in the advanced model search mode. In the database, not all models from the 43,000 presented are optimized, but their absolute free is a big plus.
3DShook. The resource in its design and functionality is very similar to the previous one, but it contains, first of all, amateur models. Most of the files are paid, but at the same time their cost is significantly lower than on other sites with paid content. The base contains 1500 models already optimized in order to immediately begin use milling machines.