3D Printing
Turn your ideas into reality - one layer at a time. The MakerLab is excited to offer 3D printing, opening the door to innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning. Whether you’re an experienced designer or just getting started, we can help you bring your ideas to life.
Locations
Full-service 3D Printing is only available at the MakerLab. The 3D printers cannot be shipped to other SDG Library Branches.
Hours & Information
Online Resources
3D Printing FAQs
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The MakerLab can support various 3D print file formats, however, STL files are preferred.
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Size Limits
PLA Prints (FDM):
- Max build volume: 223 x 223 x 205 mm (Width x Depth x Height).
- Print may be limited by a 4-hour time restriction.
Resin Prints:
- Max build volume: 77.76 x 153.36 x 165 mm (Width x Depth x Height).
- Print may be limited by a 4-hour time restriction.
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Content Restrictions
The MakerLab is committed to responsible and respectful use of this service, and we will not be able to print:- Weapons or weapon components.
- Inappropriate paraphernalia.
- Any 3D print that goes against the Library’s code of conduct.
- Designs that are too large or complex for the 3D printers (although we will try and work with you on alternative solutions if possible).
All prints are subject to staff approval.
Respecting Copyright
Ask us to learn more about creative commons licensing formats including how attribution works. -
- Create your own design or download an existing design from one of the suggested online resources. The MakerLab can support various 3D print file formats, however, STL files are preferred.
- Proceed to booking your MakerLab visit using the booking form
- MakerLab staff will contact you to review the details of the job and provide you with a cost estimate. Once you provide your approval and acknowledgement of the cost, we will print the object. Completed objects can be shipped to any SDG Library Branch for payment and pick up.
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The 3D printer is available for use at no cost. The cost for 3D prints depends on the 3D printer filament used and weight of the final print.
PLA Filament:
- Standard colours: $0.10 per gram.
- Specialty (e.g. silk, ombre, sparkle): $0.15 per gram.
Resin:
- $0.50 per gram.
- Prices include any applicable taxes.
- Any 3D print support structures are included in the cost.
- Completed objects can be shipped to any SDG Library Branch for payment and pick up. Payment is due on pick up. We accept cash, credit or debit.
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