3-D Printing
The Collab Lab currently offers 3-D printing to students, faculty, and staff. Please bring your .stl file with you. Appointment required to use this equipment. Appointments available Weekdays 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.
The below fee structure will be used for all 3-D printing services in the Collab Lab.
- Tray - $4.00
- Acid Wash (if Necessary) - $5.00
- Modeling Material - $2.75/cubic inch
- Support Material - $5.25/cubic inch
| Quantity | Modeling Material | Support Material |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 1 cubic inch | $2.75 | $5.25 |
| 1.1 – 1.5 cubic inches | $4.15 | $7.80 |
| 1.6 – 2 cubic inches | $5.50 | $10.50 |
| 2.1 – 2.5 cubic inches | $6.90 | $13.15 |
| 2.6 – 3 cubic inches | $8.25 | $15.75 |
| 3.1 – 3.5 cubic inches | $9.65 | $18.40 |
| 3.6 – 4 cubic inches | $11.00 | $21.00 |
| 4.1 – 4.5 cubic inches | $12.40 | $23.65 |
| 4.6 – 5 cubic inches | $13.75 | $26.25 |
3-D Printing an Object
- All files must be saved to a USB flash drive as a .stl file.
- Objects will be printed as a single color.
- The maximum size that can be printed is 5 X 5 X 5.
A Collab Lab technician is available to assist with production and will provide a printing time estimate.
Please note: Due to the age and quality of our 3D printers, detailed print results may vary.
The Collab Lab will e-mail you from library3d-print@bgsu.edu when your item is ready. We request that you pick up your item within 48 hours of notification.
3-D Printing Rules
- Printing is available on a first-come first-served basis.
- No weapons will be printed (Student Code of Conduct lists firearms, explosives, incendiary devices, or dangerous chemicals). No knives, shivs, or swords.
- All prints must comply with the 3-D Printing Policy.
- Items already in the printing process will not be cancelled. If a printer is currently in use, the Collab Lab employee will let the customer know approximately what time a printer will be available.
- The Collab Lab does not take print orders. You must be present to start a 3-D print.
Updated: 06/05/2023 09:44AM