3D Printing

3D printing

 Get creative using our 3D printer.  Choose designs from numerous websites, or create your own designs using open source CAD software.  Bring your designs to us on a flash drive, and see your objects take shape.  New to 3D printing?  Click here for a guide to 3D printing.

http://3dinsider.com/3d-printing-guide/

Visit the Help Desk to get started.

• Bring in your .STL file on a flash drive.
• Please specify whether your object is measured in millimeters or inches.  The default is millimeters.
• Staff will review the file, provide an estimated cost, and prepare your print job.
• Staff will not modify or change models once submitted.
• The library reserves the right to refuse any print request at the discretion of library staff.
• Cost is 15 cents per gram of plastic with a $1.50 minimum.
• Once your object is completed, we will contact you to pick it up.
• Objects will be held for 7 days for pick up.

Resources for 3D prints

https://www.thingiverse.com/     Free downloads for 3D prints.  A great variety of materials available.

https://www.myminifactory.com/    Every file is guaranteed printable - not true on Thingiverse.

https://cults3d.com/    Many Thingiverse designers moved here after Thingiverse crashed for several days.  80% free materials.  Some designs requiring payment here may be free elsewhere.

https://www.heroforge.com   Make your own D&D figure; you pay to download the design.    

Making a 3D Print of an Object Using 3D Scanner Software

https://all3dp.com/2/best-3d-scanner-app-iphone-android-photogrammetry/

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