How Herald Hats Software works
From Measurements to a Printable Hat Block
Configure the tooling you need, inspect it in 3D, and download the STL file—all through a guided workflow designed for hat makers rather than CAD specialists.
Start FreeChooseModel and product
ConfigureSize and shape
PreviewInspect in 3D
DownloadReceive the STL
01
Select the foundation
Choose Your Product and Model
Begin with the tooling required for the project. Select a standard hat block model or a hat plate, depending on your plan and available features.- Choose between available block models and plates
- Use familiar hat-making terminology
- See only the options included with your account
Round
Oval
Long Oval
02
Set the measurements
Configure the Block
Choose the size, head shape, crown height, and other available dimensions. The software translates those selections into the geometry of the finished digital model.- Hat sizes from 52 through 69 cm
- Round, oval, and long-oval head shapes
- Multiple crown-height options
Model
Size
Head shape
Crown height
03
Check before downloading
Preview the Model in 3D
Rotate and inspect the configured model before using a download. This makes it easier to confirm that the selected product, size, head shape, and height match the intended project.- Interactive three-dimensional preview
- Review the overall proportion and form
- Return to the controls when a selection needs changing
04
Move into production
Download, Slice, and Print
Download the STL file, open it in your preferred slicer, choose settings appropriate for the printer and material, and manufacture the block in your own shop or through a printing service.- Immediate STL file delivery
- Compatible with common slicing workflows
- Print with the material and settings appropriate for your use
Before you begin
What You Will Need
Herald Hats provides the configured digital model. Turning that file into a physical tool requires a few separate production resources.
Common questions
Good to Know
Do I need CAD experience?
No. The guided controls configure the available model for you. You select the hat-making dimensions rather than building the geometry manually.What file do I receive?
Downloads are provided as STL files, a standard format accepted by common 3D-printing slicers.Does Herald Hats print and ship the block?
Yes. You can download the digital model and print it using your own equipment, or have Herald Hats print the block for you and ship the finished block directly to you. Printing and shipping are offered as a separate service and are not included with the software subscription.Why can the physical block measure larger than the selected hat size?
The block includes the necessary sizing allowance so the finished hat can accommodate the sweatband and reach the intended wearable size.Ready to see it in action?