3D Printing at the Central Library
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This technology has been around since the s, used mostly by engineers and industry designers. They use PLA filament; a bio-degradable polymer that can be produced from lactic acid, which can be fermented from crops such as maize. The current colours available are posted above.
The cost of printing a 3D model is based on its weight. The charge will be 8 cents per gram. Your 3D file must be in STL, or stereolithographic file format, for printing. Once submitted an email will be received containing a ticket number which is required for tracking purposes.
Reply to that email if you have any questions about your order. When notified that your model is ready go to the chosen pick up location.
You will be given a receipt for your model listing the print cost. Take this receipt to the library Circulation Desk to make your payment and then collect your model. The Replicator 2 is best at printing objects designed from the ground up. Objects that contain extreme overhangs—or where large parts of the object are suspended in mid-air—will not print as well as objects without overhangs. Errors in a 3D print depend on a number of factors: Some are easier to use than others.
There are a number of places where you can browse and download 3D models. Here are two examples: Since it is a Makerbot website, many of these objects print well on the Replicator. Many of the 3D models on display on Shapeways require the precision of higher-end 3D printers, able to deal with overhangs and print materials other than plastic. Browse 3D models, as well as upload and download your own creations or derivatives, which are available around the world.
Another aspect of this pilot project is making 3D scanning available to our library patrons. A NextEngine 3D scanner is also located at the Killam Library which can be used to create 3D models of physical objects. If you have any general questions about our 3D printing service please email 3dprint dal. If you have any questions about an existing order please reply to the acknowledgement email that you received when the order was submitted.
Receive alerts from Dalhousie by text message. Support student success Support Dal. What is 3D Printing? The MakerBot Replicator 2. Picking up Your Model When notified that your model is ready go to the chosen pick up location.
