3D printing is a great tool to reproduce and realize creative 3D designs. Inside LU Barn on the M/F of the Library, four 3D printers were installed to provide 3D printing services to eligible users.
Printer Specifications & Accepted File Format
Model
Ultimaker S3
Ultimaker S5
Nozzle diameter
0.4
Print speed
< 24 mm³ /s
Filament
Ultimaker 2.85mm PLA
Ultimaker 2.85mm TPU 95A
Color
(Single color printing)
PLA (White / Red / Blue / Yellow / Silver) TPU (White)
Any unauthorized use of 3D Printers is not allowed.
All printing requests should be made through the 3D Printing Request Form. Library staff will process the printing and notify the users via email when the item is ready for pick-up.
Files formats other than STL files are not accepted for the 3D printing service provided by LU Barn (Makerspace).
The size of the print objects must lie within the scale and proportion assigned by Library.
Users may ONLY use the materials provided by LU Barn for using the LU Barn services.
Users should not reach the working area of the 3D printers while they are in operation.
Printing time varies based on the print queue, object size, design, and complexity. To ensure timely receipt of the object, it is advised to submit the file at least 2 weeks in advance.
The estimated printing time is for reference. The actual pickup date might vary, depending on the number of in-process print requests in the queue. Users will receive a pick-up email notification when the item is ready.
Library does not guarantee item quality or stability, nor the confidentiality of the final product. Users are responsible for taking the finishing steps, including removing rafts/ supports, sanding, removing the paper backing, etc. by themselves.
The finished 3D print item must be picked up by the individual who submitted the request or their designee by showing the pick-up notification email within 7 working days after receiving the email or else the items will be disposed.
This service is for educational and non-commercial purposes ONLY. Considering equitable access to the service and resource utilisation, printing requests may be adjusted or rejected
All printing requests submitted to the Library must comply with copyright, patent, and other intellectual property regulations. Users shall bear full responsibility for any copyright infringement.
The Library reserves the right to prioritise / handle / cancel printing requests at its discretion without prior notification.
