Fidgetbase is Sharing $1 Files for Printing a DIY Fidget Spinner
Laura McQuarrie — May 30, 2017 — Life-Stages
References: fidgetbase & 3dprint
Fidget spinners have emerged as addictive, stress-relieving toys that can be purchased for a few dollars—but Fidgetbase is a toy company that wants to empower people to make their own DIY fidget spinners.
In addition to selling a 3-Pack Mystery Box with 3D-printed spinner toys, Fidgetbase is also selling $1 STL files so that consumers may create their own toys with additive manufacturing. As well as offering entertainment, Fidgetbase hopes to use this opportunity as a way to show consumers just how easy it is to become a maker. As the company says: "Because we’re just as passionate about inspiring others to create as we are about sharing our own products, we’re setting out to become the first fidget company to openly share our complete product designs at just $1."
Designs available from Fidgetbase include three-blade spinners like the Classic and Rigid, as well as the double-sided Duet.
In addition to selling a 3-Pack Mystery Box with 3D-printed spinner toys, Fidgetbase is also selling $1 STL files so that consumers may create their own toys with additive manufacturing. As well as offering entertainment, Fidgetbase hopes to use this opportunity as a way to show consumers just how easy it is to become a maker. As the company says: "Because we’re just as passionate about inspiring others to create as we are about sharing our own products, we’re setting out to become the first fidget company to openly share our complete product designs at just $1."
Designs available from Fidgetbase include three-blade spinners like the Classic and Rigid, as well as the double-sided Duet.
Trend Themes
1. DIY Fidget Spinners - Brands can invest in 3D printing technology to offer DIY options to their customers, leading to increased engagement and customer loyalty.
2. Open Source Access - Opening up product designs and making them accessible to customers at a low cost can be a disruptive innovation opportunity in many industries.
3. Additive Manufacturing - The use of 3D printing and other forms of additive manufacturing can drastically change the way products are designed and produced, presenting opportunities for companies to innovate and streamline their processes.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - Toy companies can offer open source design files to customers, encouraging them to create and customize their own unique toys using 3D printing technology.
2. Manufacturing Industry - Adopting additive manufacturing techniques like 3D printing can improve supply chain efficiency and product customization, leading to market advantages for companies in this industry.
3. Education Industry - Creating low cost, accessible design files for educational tools can be a disruptive innovation opportunity, enabling students to learn about product design and 3D printing technologies.
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