Print 3-Dimensional objects from a digital file! Anything you can imagine, you can print. Children’s toys, buttons, and parts for a bike are just the tip of the iceberg of the many creations that can come alive with the 3D printer.
- Compact design
- Touch-screen controls
- Print speeds 2 times faster than other printers
- To begin, you’ll need to choose a design from Thingiverse, Pinshape, or design your own with TinkerCAD or 3DSlash. (These are available on any public computer in the library.)
- A flash drive is required to save your file. You may bring one or purchase one from the library for $4.00.
- File must be .OBJ or .STL
- Staff will need time to verify your print job and prepare the machine.
More Information
To start designing your own objects, TinkerCAD is popular web-based software that will save your objects in the proper file formats. Tutorials are available from the TinkerCAD website. 3DSlash is another web-based option that you can use to create objects. Tutorials are available from the 3DSlash website. Object files can be converted using the Cube software on the MakerSpace computer.
If you’d like to print one of the thousands of pre-designed objects available at Thingiverse or Pinshape, simply follow the links and begin searching using keywords.
Once your item has been designed or selected, a 3D Printing Request Form will need to be filled out and submitted to library staff along with your .stl or .obj file. Staff will print 3D items in the order in which they are received. You will be contacted by library staff when your 3D print is ready for pickup.
Cost is $1.00 per hour of printing with a minimum charge of $1.00. Call any location or see staff for more details.