3D Printer

 

How It Works:

• This piece of machinery builds up thin layers of plastic to create 3 dimensional objects based on your digital models.

A Few Things You Can Make:

The possibilities are endless. Previous students have used the 3D Printer to make:

• Prototypes
• Replacement parts
• Jewelry and accessories
• Game pieces and toys

Equipment Details 

Color Code: Yellow

What We Have: Bambu P1S

Supplies Used: 1.75mm filament PLA, ABS*, PET, HIPS*, HDPE, TPU (i.e., flexible filament), Polycarbonate, composite (Metal-, Carbon Fiber-, or Wood-Filled), and many more! We stock PLA and PETG Filament (refer to policy on material use)

Related Software:  Tinkercad (easy 3D design software)  Autodesk Fusion 360 (more complex 3D design software) Both are free for students to use so you can design at home and print in the Makerspace Simplify 3D (slicer software for printing objects)

File Formats: .stl .obj .g .gcode

Project Specifications:  The maximum print size is 200 mm (8") x 250 mm (10") x 200 mm (8")

Related Equipment: None

Learn More

Other Resources:

• Simplify 3D Video Tutorials
• Tinkercad Video Tutorials
• Thingiverse and Instructables Projects (to find and share 3D design files) 
• Autodesk Introduction to Modeling Course
• Makergear M2 Knowledge Base
• Troubleshooting problems with your print

Notes on Use:

• Reservations required
• Only approved filament may be used in the 3D printer
• Makerspace community members may use a reasonable amount of stocked filament per semester. If you intent to make multiple prints, or large prints, please contact the Makerspace staff prior to printing.