GPXtruder: Make 3D-printable elevation models of GPX tracks

GPXtruder: Make 3D-printable models of GPX tracks

Step 1

Go for a run or a ride. Record your route with a GPS watch.

Alternatively, export a route from a site like Strava or MapMyRun. Add elevations with GPS Visualizer.

Step 2

Use GPXtruder to convert your route to a 3D elevation map.

Upload a GPX file. Download an STL file or copy the output code to make a remix of your model.

Step 3

Print your route model on a 3D printer. Show off those hills!

Don't have a printer? Check out 3D Hubs to find one near you, or try a service like Shapeways.

GPXtruder is an open source project. Visit the project page for help, examples, and feedback.

Upload GPX:
Sample GPX:
GPXtruder only processes the first track in the GPX file.

Route

Vertical exaggeration:
Multiply elevation values by this factor to enhance terrain.

Default elevation: (meters) Force default:
The default is used for all points of undefined elevation. Check Force default to disregard GPX elevation values.

Clip to minimum elevation
Uncheck to show full elevation above sea level. No effect if Force default is checked.

Smoothing: Automatic Manual minimum interval: (meters)
Simplify the route by discarding points that are close together. Automatic smoothing computes interval based on model shape, size, and scale.

Model

Size

Maximum width (x): (mm)
Maximum depth (y): (mm)
Output is scaled to fit these dimensions. Area outline appears as a black border on basemap.

Path width: (mm)
Thickness of the output path.

Base height: (mm)
Extra height added to the bottom of the route model.

Then click Generate STL in the Output panel below to download the 3D model.

Parametric CAD Scripts

Remix the extruded route model by tinkering with this code. Batteries not included.

Select all, copy, and paste in OpenJSCAD.org.

Select all, copy, and paste in OpenSCAD.