3D Printing & Scanning
3D Printing
Printer Type | Cost | Dimensions | Material |
Lulzbot Taz 6 | $.10/gram | 280 mm (x) x 280 mm (y) x 250 mm (z)* |
ABS, PLA, NinjaFlex ($.15/gram) |
Lulzbot Mini | $.10/gram | 150 mm (x) x 150 mm (y) x 150 mm (z) |
ABS, PLA, NinjaFlex ($.15/gram) |
LittleRP | $.20/mL | 60 mm (x) x 40 mm (y) x 100 mm (z) |
Resin |
Makerbot Replicator 2x | $.10/gram | 150 mm (x) x 150 mm (y) x 150 mm (z) |
ABS |
*Requests within these dimensions may need to be sized smaller due to time limitations.
Start Your 3D Project
Take note of our policies for 3D printing.
Choose the file you want to have printed. 3D models can be found here:
- Thingiverse: This site offers free 3D models available for download.
- Yeggi: This site is a compilation of 3D model sites. Many are free, but some require payment.
Want to create your own file?
Once You Have a File
Request form for PLASTIC printing (STL file) | |
Request form for SLA MINI RESIN printing (STL file) |
Patrons can request an appointment to watch their 3D print or go through the 3D printing process with the lab staff.
Pick Up Your Completed 3D Print
Lab staff will contact you when the print is finished. 3D printed items can be picked up at the Circulation Desk in the library. Cash and MavCard are accepted.
Create Your Own 3D Models
Available in |
Basic, Easy-to-use; good for beginners | |
Available in |
Offers more control,but still a good place for beginners. | |
Available in the CPL |
Complex. Allows for the most control and development |
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Available for download |
A less user friendly version of Maya. For those who want complex 3D modeling but do not have access to Maya. |
See 3D Printer Details | |
Scanning an Object in 3D
Create a 3D model of yourself by using our 3D body scanner.
- Set up an appointment to come in and get scanned.
- Allow 2-3 business days for us to clean up the model.
- Request a 3D printed version to take a mini figurine with you.
Questions? Contact lab staff and we can help you with your project.
Policies for 3D Printing
The library's printers, and all other systems, may be used only for lawful purposes. Patrons will not be permitted to use the 3D printers to create material that is:
- Prohibited by local, state or federal law.
- Unsafe, harmful, dangerous or poses an immediate threat to the well-being of others. (Such use may violate the terms of use of the manufacturer.)
- Obscene or otherwise inappropriate for the library environment.
- In violation of another's intellectual property rights. For example, the printers will not be used to reproduce material that is subject to copyright, patent, or trademark protection.
Additionally:
- Patrons must comply with the University of Nebraska Memorandum 16: Policy for Responsible Use of University Computers and Information Systems.
- The library does not offer mass printing and may not be able to accomodate requests for larger objects.
- The library reserves the right to refuse any 3D print request.
- Creative Production Lab services are not available for commissioned work and profit enterprises.
Creative Production Lab Hours
Monday - Thursday
8:30 A.M. - 10 P.M.
Friday
8:30 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
12 P.M. - 10 P.M.
Contact Us
Creative Production Lab
248 CL
Phone: 402.554.2542
Email: unolibrarycpl@unomaha.edu
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