Wind Tower Model for 3D Printing

Description: This wind station is a modular 3D-printable project designed to display both wind direction and speed. The model consists of 7 main parts, optimized for FDM printing and fully assemblable without supports.

• BaseA – lower support
• BaseB – upper base for the column
• Colonna – central element housing the rotor and arrow
• Arrow – directional arrow
• AsseRotante – rotating shaft
• Tripale – three-blade rotor
• Anello – rotating support for the rotor

How It Works: The directional arrow rotates freely on a vertical shaft with wide tolerances, ensuring smooth movement. The rotor is mounted on a ring that wraps around the central column, secured by an integrated shoulder and retaining ring.

Recommended Print Settings:
Material: Marble-effect PLA for the column; PLA or PETG for mechanical parts.
Layer height: 0.16–0.20 mm
Infill: 15–20%
Supports: Required for Arrow, Base, and Rotor
Tolerances: Already integrated for smooth rotation.

Assembly:
1. Print all 7 STL parts.
2. Insert the rotating shaft into the top slot of the column.
3. Screw the arrow onto the shaft.
4. Attach the rotor to the ring.
5. Position the ring around the column in its dedicated slot.
6. Connect BaseA and BaseB to complete the structure.

Included Files: BaseA.stl, BaseB.stl, Colonna.stl, Arrow.stl, AsseRotante.stl, Tripale.stl, Anello.stl

Customization: Modify blade shape, adapt base for vertical mounting, add magnetic sensors for wind-speed measurement.

Notes: Designed by Vinors 3D Lab – 08/03/2026. Full technical drawing included in the attached PDF.