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Animals

Mini Hippo

by kida · Animals
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MembershipSupport my work by becoming a member and get a commercial license to sell my models.DescriptionI present the mini version of the Articulated Hippo which is modelled after the Hippopotamus. A model with 5 flexible joints that prints in place without support. A version with and without a Keychain is available on the same plate in the print profile. Just choose the one you want to print. This model has relatively tight joints, so make sure that your filament is not over extruding. Boost MeIf you like this model please give it a like and consider giving it a boost to support my future work! The complex structure of the first layer requires good bed adhesion, so please clean your print bed before printing or consider using an adhesive.The print file has coloured nostrils and eyes but I believe the model looks great in single colour as well. Eyes and nostrils can easily be painted with a bit of white and black acrylics. Overall, this is an quick and easy print resulting in a super
Category
Animals
Source
MakerWorld
Published
Updated
What you need to print this: Beginner Medium confidence
Why?
print-in-place design · no supports · 2 colors
Support-free Print-in-place 2 colors / AMS
Supports 0/3
Assembly 0/3
Settings 1/3
Bed size 0/3
Post-process 1/3
Printer
FDM / FFF
File format
STL
Material
PLA, HIPS
Min. bed size
50 mm (Small)
Colors
2 (AMS/MMU recommended)
Post-processing
Gluing
Software
Cura, PrusaSlicer, or similar
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which 3D printer is suitable for Mini Hippo?
Any FDM printer should handle Mini Hippo just fine. It's been printed on machines like Bambu Lab A1 Mini, Prusa Mini+, Creality Ender 3, most FDM printers. A minimum build volume of 50 mm is recommended.
Does Mini Hippo need supports when printing?
Nope — Mini Hippo is print-in-place, so it comes off the bed ready to use. No supports, no assembly.
What file format is Mini Hippo available in?
Mini Hippo is available in STL format. These files can be opened and sliced using free software such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, or OrcaSlicer for FDM printing, or ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer for resin printing. The download is provided through MakerWorld.
Is Mini Hippo free to download?
Yes, Mini Hippo is available as a free download through MakerWorld. Always check the license on the original platform to understand commercial use, remixing, and attribution requirements.
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