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3D Printing

Ender 3 V2 3D Printers

Self-service printing
Staff-operated print queue

Capabilities

  • Max Print Size of 220mm W x 20mm D x 250 mm H (8.66” x 8.66” x 9.84”)*
  • Heated Print Bed
  • CR Touch auto-bed leveling and print compensation
  • 1.75mm filament diameter
  • Self-service printing – Maximum object print time of 3 hours.
  • Staff-operated print queue – Maximum object print time of 12 hours.

*denotes max dimensions for a print. 3D print size may be limited depending on estimated print time.

Compatible Materials

  • 1.75mm Filaments
  • PLA or PLA variant
  • PETG

Materials Available for Purchase

  • $0.05/gram - PLA Filament in a variety of colors. Please contact the Makerspace for availability of specific colors.

Software

  • Tinkercad
  • Cura

Prerequisite Knowledge

For self-operated use:
  • Basic understanding of 3D modeling software, or have a pre-modeled .STL file
  • Ability to operate Cura slicing software
  • Basic understanding of 3D printer operation, including loading and unloading filament, leveling bed, etc.
For staff-operated print queue:
  • Basic understanding of 3D modeling software, or have a pre-modeled .STL file

Requesting a Print

To request a print be added to our staff-operated print queue, please e-mail your .STL file and desired color of filament to makerspace@westlakelibrary.org. Prints can take up to 3 weeks to complete depending on the complexity of the print and current volume in the queue.

Training Resources

Additional Resources

3D printer