Thingiverse
Textured Glue Roller
- Creator (as listed at the source)
- blecheimer
- Licence
- Creative Commons - Attribution - Non-Commercial - Share AlikeStated at the source marketplace; SliSearch does not verify licences.
- File types
- 3MF STL
- Pricing
- Free
- Published
- Category
- Tools
- Likes
- 183
Overview
This is something for the wood workers and carpenters out there. When you need to glue large pieces of wood you need something to apply the glue. And exactly for this task is my printable Textured Glue Roller .
It has an exchangeable roller that comes in two sizes - large and small. The roller is made of TPU95 to give it some squishiness. This helps not only to apply the glue but cleaning the roller, as well.
UPDATE 2025-02-04
I added STLs for a modified handle and a modified short inlay. They match the small surface roller.
Read the full description
Print preparation:
Make sure that your print bed is clean and grease-free and use quality brand filaments.
Material recommendation:
For the roller surface you will need TPU. Any quality brand will do. The softer the TPU the better the roller works but the more difficult the material is to print. I am using Sunlu TPU95.
The roller inlay is simply made with PLA - nice and easy.
But for the handle I recommend PETG. PLA is quite brittle and the snap-on mechanism might break. PETG is more flexible. You can still use PLA for the handle if you want but then you are on your own. My print profile (Bamu Studio / Orca Slicer) is for PETG. If you do not like the two-colour scheme of the handle you can just use the same colour for both handle parts.
Print settings:
Print the handle with PETG. Use the standard settings but lower all speeds by 30%. This will give you a nice result.
The roller inlay can be printed with PLA and standard settings. It is a very simple part.
The TPU surface must be printed slowly for best results Assembly:
Slide the TPU part on the roller inlay. It is a tight fit but assembling the two parts should not be a problem. Watch for the correct orientation of those parts - the collar on the inlay must match the notch on the TPU part. Then slide the assembled roller on the handle.
Usage:
Apply a good amount of glue on your piece of wood and use your printed roller to spread the glue evenly.
Cleaning:
If you are using water dissolvable wood glue (D2), just rinse the roller in water while the glue is still wet.
For waterproof glue (D3) you can let the glue dry and then pull it of the roller. Squishing the TPU part helps to peel off the glue.
I have never tested this roller with PU-glue (D4) so I cannot give you any hints here.
Disclaimer: This work by blecheimer is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 . The shown model is fanart and must not be used commercially. Copying this model to other 3D printing websites is not allowed without my permission..
Print this with Prinnu
- Download the model file from the source page. SliSearch moves no files.
- Upload the file at slicience.com/quote. Prinnu quotes it in minutes.
Similar models
Chosen by shared tags first, then category. Each one links to its own marketplace.
Band Clamp CornersSimple strap clamp corners for miter joints, framing, drawers or box making
Glue / Epoxy Mixing Tray with HolderSmall mixing tray for glue or epoxy with a holding tab and holder to keep fingers clean and parts organized.
Pocket Hole Jig with bronze guide inserts!This is a pocket hole jig with bronze guide inserts. I placed 4 drilling holes, so you have a lot of spacing options.
ClampSquare 1.090° angle guide with cutouts for clamps – ideal for aligning, fixing, and gluing workpieces.
F-style Clamp / Glue clampInspired by the traditional f-clamps, this is a fully 3d printable version. You can use it to hold parts together after gluing them together for example. Print instructions Use 6 or more walls and 25% infill for the central bar and screw.
Disposable Glue Mixing Pad with RollerUse tree supports on build plate only. A compact disposable glue mixing pad with a small roller applicator.
Glue spreaderpractical tool for your workshop
Glue Spreader MINIThis new glue spreader helps you apply glue evenly onto surfaces such as wood, cardboard, and similar materials.
Clamp Model V (small)This clamp is useful for small projects, box construction, frames, and other assemblies where an extra helping hand is needed. Print multiple clamps for larger glue-ups or longer workpieces.
Clamp Model V (medium)This clamp is useful for small projects, box construction, frames, and other assemblies where an extra helping hand is needed. Print multiple clamps for larger glue-ups or longer workpieces.SliSearch is an index: it stores public metadata only, does not host files, does not verify licences, and has no partnership or affiliation with the indexed marketplaces.