3D Printing
MPPL cardholders can submit files to be printed using one of our Bambu Carbon Combo 3D Printers.
To make a 3D print, upload your file using the form below and we will print it for you. Once the print is ready for pickup, you will be notified via email.
Contact us with questions or issues: 3dprinting@mppl.org.
Procedures
- Print jobs must be submitted using the form below.
- Must be an MPPL cardholder.
- For patrons under 18 years of age, permission from a parent or guardian is required. A parent or guardian may confirm permission in person, over the phone, or by email.
3D Printing Guidelines and Resources
Guidelines
- MPPL patrons can upload up to 3 submissions per month.
- MPPL can accommodate prints less than 8 hours total print time.
- Our printers have a maximum build volume of 256 x 256 x 256 mm.
- MPPL cannot accommodate items used for unlawful purposes including:
- Items prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
- Items in violation of intellectual property rights.
- Weapons or look-alike weapons.
- Items that would be considered obscene or inappropriate for the library environment.
- If the model fails to print or requires editing, patrons will be contacted to edit and resubmit their designs. Patrons will not be charged for failed or incomplete print jobs.
- Patrons can contact staff for the cost of printing and estimated completion time.
- Patrons will receive notification when the print job is completed.
- Items will be available for pick up at the Checkout Desk. Production times may be up to a week or longer.
- Items must be picked up within 2 weeks. Items that are not picked up become property of the library and may be recycled. Patrons will be charged for the items.
- Items can only be printed in one color. Filament of the same color sometimes sport subtle variations in pigment.
Cost
The cost of 3D printing submissions is $1.00, plus $0.10 per meter. A final cost will be calculated prior to pick up.
Free Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Software
Free .STL Files
Some sites require a free account.
Note: Some free designs may not print properly. It is recommended that you inspect them in a CAD software and make necessary adjustments before submitting.
