3D Printing

Get creative using our 3D printer. Choose designs from numerous websites, or create your own designs using open source CAD software. Bring your designs to us on a flash drive, and see your objects take shape. New to 3D printing? View a guide to 3D printing (PDF).

Visit the Help Desk to get started.

• Bring in your .STL file on a flash drive.
• Please specify whether your object is measured in millimeters or inches. The default is millimeters.
• Staff will review the file, provide an estimated cost, and prepare your print job.
• Staff will not modify or change models once submitted.
• The library reserves the right to refuse any print request at the discretion of library staff.
• Cost is 15 cents per gram of plastic with a $1.50 minimum.
• Once your object is completed, we will contact you to pick it up.
• Objects will be held for 7 days for pick up.
• Objects printed are not food safe and should not be used to store or prepare food.
• The patron is responsible for the cost of the 3D print even if the print job is unsuccessful.

Resources for 3D Prints

• Thingiverse: Free downloads for 3D prints. A great variety of materials available.
• MyMiniFactory: Every file is guaranteed printable - not true on Thingiverse.
• Hero Forge: Make your own D&D figure; you pay to download the design.
• Making a 3D Print of an Object Using 3D Scanner Software