#3DBenchy - The jolly 3D printing torture-test by CreativeTools.se
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About this print
A small boat-shaped model designed specifically for testing and benchmarking 3D printers. Used by hobbyists and engineers to assess printer performance, check calibration, and measure dimensional accuracy across a range of challenging features. The design includes overhangs, bridges, and fine details that expose common printing deficiencies. Its recognisable tugboat shape makes it straightforward to spot defects in a completed print. PLA is the standard choice for test prints, as it is widely available and easy to dial in on most machines.
From the original design page
Original maker's notes
By CreativeTools on Thingiverse · CC0
As of February 14, 2025, the 3DBenchy model has been released into the public domain.
For more details, please visit the link below:
https://www.3dbenchy.com/3dbenchy-sets-sail-into-the-public-domain/
[Creative Tools](https://www.creativetools.se/) Creative Tools supplies 3D printer and 3D scanner products incl filaments, accessories and support and also 3D software for leading CAD, modeling, animation, and rendering.
[#3DBenchy](http://3dbenchy.com) is a 3D model designed by us at Creative Tools specifically for testing and benchmarking 3D printers. It is a small recognisable object that you can download for free, make and share.
It is designed to 3D-print quickly and be a fun tool for calibrating your 3D printer. There is a single-part STL file for 3D printing the boat in one material, and a multi-part STL assembly to suitable for multi-material/printhead 3D printing.
####Documenting the results
You can use the Smartphone Photo Studio for 3DBenchy to easily take photos and share the results of your 3D print. http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1085472
####Makes
If you desire, please take pictures and [post them here as makes](http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:763622/add_instance) with a short description of your 3D-print settings. For more information about 3D-print settings [please read this post](http://www.thingiverse.com/groups/3dbenchy/topic:2207).
####Troubleshooting and community
If you want to get help please join the online communities below. You will find our 3D printing experts at CreativeTools and the enthusiastic maker community there.
- [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/3DBenchy)
- [Google+ Group](https://plus.google.com/u/1/communities/115261440450659130664)
- [Thingiverse Group](http://www.thingiverse.com/groups/3dbenchy)
You can visit [3DBenchy.com](http://3DBenchy.com) for more information on how to use #3DBenchy.
You can also [search the internet](http://search.3DBenchy.com) to find more about #3DBenchy.
####Follow the #3DBenchy boat on ...
- [YouTube](http://youtube.com/c/3dbenchy/videos)
- [Instagram](http://instagram.com/3dbenchy)
- [Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/3dbenchy/3dbenchy)
- [Flickr](https://www.flickr.com/photos/3dbenchy/)
- [Twitter](https://twitter.com/3dbenchy)
- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/3DBenchy)
- [Google+](https://plus.google.com/b/102265375568100671647/+3dbenchy/posts)
- [Tumblr](http://3dbenchy.tumblr.com)
- [Wikipedia page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/3DBenchy)
- [Telegram Channel](https://telegram.me/The3DBenchy)
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Formatting may have been simplified. These are the independent maker's instructions and fitment claims; Hark Tech has not independently verified them.
Printing #3DBenchy - The jolly 3D printing torture-test by CreativeTools.se
For #3DBenchy - The jolly 3D printing torture-test by CreativeTools.se we would normally reach for PETG — it is tougher and more heat-resistant than PLA, ideal for parts that take load or live somewhere warm. We set the layer height, wall count, infill and supports to suit the model and how you will use it, and those choices are already priced into your instant quote. Want a specific colour or material? Tell us and we will match it where we can.
Model details
| Downloads at source | 4,016,733 |
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| Likes at source | 90,615 |
| Original model | View on Thingiverse |
| Designer | CreativeTools |
| Licence | CC0 |
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