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Methods To Create Design Model
Use 3D design software programs - many are available from the Internet and are free
Use a pre-existing design repository (Thingiverse, YouMagine, My Mini Factory).Look for free designs that have printed successfully many times and are copyright free
Photograph an object with a digital camera and use special software to create a design
Scan an object with a 3D scanner
Submit Design Model To Print
Eligibility Requirements
Design Consultation
Printing Price: 20¢ per gram — $1.00 minimum
(cash or check only)
Patron is notified when 3D print is ready for pickup. 3D print objects must be picked up by the patron who submitted the print request. 3D print objects and flash drives are held for 10 days after notification
Technical Specifications
3D print objects must be smaller than 8.75” by 8.75” by 8.75”
3D print objects are printed using fused filament fabrication (FFF) with ABS thermoplastic filament in a single staff-selected color
3D print objects are printed by staff using a PolyPrinter 229
Design Guidelines
The Library reserves the right to refuse any 3D print request
The 3D printer may only be used for lawful purposes. 3D objects must not be intended for harm
3D objects must not infringe upon any third party’s intellectual property rights
The patron is responsible for object design. Staff will not modify designs submitted for printing. The patron will be notified if the design is unprintable
Before submitting the 3D print request, the patron may minimize design errors by using free versions of .STL file fixing software such as Netfabb, Autodesk Meshmixer, or MeshLab