3D scanning works best with small, opaque, single color solid objects of an artistic nature. We do not recommend scanning parts that are mechanical in nature, because scaling and other errors may be introduced. Some things might be compatible with 3D scanning, but many are not. In order to print another copy of your part, either you or one of our draft persons will need to create a 3D model of your part using computer software. The most common call we get about 3D printing starts off with 'I have this broken part and I just need you to print a new one.' Unfortunately 3D printers are not (yet) copy machines. Check out our estimator and submit things to be printed there.ĭo you have an existing part and need a copy or a new one? If you've got something bigger than that, let us know and we may be able to get your part on one of our large format printers or help you break your part up into smaller components.ģD printing materials: FDM (ABS or PLA) or SLA (UV Resin)Ĭost: $0.20/gram ($0.30/gram for non-members + setup) for FDM, varies for SLA.

The maximum printable volume on our public printers is about 8'x8'x8'. OBJ) files. STLs are the standard format used for FDM printers like the ones we have at the space and almost all 3D modeling software will export STL files. If you've already got a 3D model of the object and just want to have us print it, visit our online print estimator to check, and estimate price to print your. We offer a number of 3D printing and related services and classes at the space.ĭo you already have a model and just need it printed? FDM plastic printers in the 3D Printing Lab

3d print services from stl files