Now that's an interesting idea - Lemmy3D, kbiniverse, FireFishables? Someone needs to start making this now!
Any particular reason why Thangs? I like the search, but I find the model management is not as intuitive
On Github/Gitlab - or a self hosted? Doesn't seem like to most discoverable way of hosting models, unless you're also linking to the git repo from one of the model sites. I do use git to version my OpenSCAD models, but just on a private selfhosted gitea instance.
I'm seeing the same, A LOT more views and downloads on the models that I just copied across to Thingiverse in the last week.
I can't say I've noticed advertisements on Printables, other than obviously having Prusa content on the main page. I run pihole so maybe that's blocking stuff. And I'm signed-in as a user in order to post my models, so don't get any nags about sign-up. I actually feel that Printables has been pretty open and approachable for non-Prusa users.
Will be interesting to see how Thingiverse evolves, looks like they have been making updates recently after years of neglect. With other vendors starting to push their own 3d model sites I think there is a risk the whole space could become fragmented, but on the other had having a just handful of dominant sites increases the risk of enshitification.
Where do you prefer to host your models? Thingiverse, Printables, Thangs, ...
Where do folks prefer to host their 3d models and designs? Do you use one site, or multiple?
I originally started on Thingiverse, but switched to Printables after it launched and that has been my main location for uploading to. I recently decided to copy all my models to Thingiverse and Thangs, in additional to Printables, but I'm not sure its worth the effort to maintain the listings on multiple sites.
I love the Printables site, I think it has the best user experience, but Thingiverse seems to reach a bigger audience. Thangs I find useful for the search, but I'm not sure its worth hosting models there as well.
I used PLA for this one as that's what I generally use. I've used PETG for a couple of items for outdoor use. Good point on it being less brittle.
Under desk mount for Apple MacBook charger
https://www.printables.com/model/389110-under-desk-mount-for-apple-macbook-pro-61w-power-b
Just updated this under desk mount I designed for my Apple MacBook charger. I like the aesthetic of this design but I'm still not happy with the print quality because of the need for supports, and the overhangs of the curved base can be a challenge.
For my next revision I want to redesign the vents and mount pointd to minimize and overhangs and reduce/eliminate the need for supports.
Under desk mount for Apple MacBook charger
Just updated this under desk mount I designed for my Apple MacBook charger. I like the aesthetic of this design but I'm still not happy with the print quality because of the need for supports, and the overhangs of the curved base can be a challenge.
For my next revision I want to redesign the vents and mount points to minimize and overhangs and reduce/eliminate the need for supports.