SpoolMan Notes

1. About

  • Github Page

  • Spoolman is a self-hosted web service designed to help you efficiently manage your 3D printer filament spools and monitor their usage. It acts as a centralized database that seamlessly integrates with popular 3D printing software like OctoPrint and Klipper/Moonraker. When connected, it automatically updates spool weights as printing progresses, giving you real-time insights into filament usage.

  • It can be easily installed and run using Docker.

  • The SpoolPainter Android NFC writer App, can reference spools created in Spoolman.

2. Features

  • Web-Based Client: Spoolman includes a built-in web client that lets you manage data effortlessly:

    • View, create, edit, and delete filament data.

    • Add custom fields to tailor information to your specific needs.

    • Print labels with QR codes for easy spool identification and tracking.

3. Installation

4. Workflow

  1. Create a Manufacturer e.g., PolyMaker.

  2. Create a Filament.

  3. Create a Spool based on a Filament.