3D PRINTING

The Windsor Locks Public Library, Inc. offers 3D printing services using a Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer.

 

HOW DO I PRINT SOMETHING? 

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Step 1: Find or create a 3D item

• Find and download an existing design: Thingiverse |  MyMiniFactory | YouImgine | Makerworld | Thangs | NASA 3D Models

• Design your own 3D items: Tinkercad |  Fusion 360 | Blender |

• Tutorials: How to find and download .stl files | Tinkercad for Beginners 

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Step 2: Submit your 3D printing job 

• Please send your model as an .stl file to be printed to wlpl@libraryconnection.info. Please submit only one request at a time. If you have another request, you may submit it after the previous request has been picked up. 

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​Step 3: Pick up your item 

• You will be notified when the job is complete.

• Prints must be picked up at the circulation desk by the individual who submitted them using valid ID or a current library card within 5 business days of notification. 

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Step 4: Cost

• To help you get started with 3D printing technology, the library will print your first file for FREE. 

• After the first free print, the cost is $1.00 per hour.

• Payment for the item will be made at the time of pick up and the Library will only accept CASH payment.

• Print jobs will be completed during library hours. The Library makes no commitment to being able to produce print submissions within a specific timeframe. If you have not heard from us within five business days, please contact us for further information.

 

 3D Printing Service Guidelines

• The Library reserves the right to refuse to print any models that we deem

  • illegal under local, state, or federal law

  • unsafe or dangerous

  • inappropriate for a public setting

  • subject to copyright, patent, or trademark protection

• All designs must be submitted in an .stl file format and will be printed in PLA filament.

• The Library cannot guarantee model quality or stability of designs.

• The service is available for all ages. A parent or guardian must submit and pick up 3D prints for children under 12 years of age. 

• The Library will not save your .stl file once your submission is printed.

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Current available colors (subject to change)

•  The Library has PLA filament in the following colors:

  • Black

  • Blue

  • Cyan

  • Green

  • Magenta

  • Orange

  • Red

  • Gray

  • White

  • Yellow

 

Limitations

• The Library can only print a design that falls within these parameters:

  • is no larger than 13 cm x 13 cm x 13 cm

  • takes less than 4 hours to print

• A librarian will let you know if your file is beyond the limitations.

• Please note, PLA filament is not considered food safe.