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    Use the Library's 3D Printer?

    Image contains Buchanan Library's logo, the library of things logo, an image of a 3D printer, some sample prints and rolls of filament, and the text: "3D printing. Bring your 3D designs to the library for printing. $4.00 for first hour of printing, $1.00 per each additional hour. Print time estimates are available prior to printing. Please ask about our filament color selection. Designs can be brought to the library on a flash drive or click the button below to upload a file."

    DESIGNS CAN BE BROUGHT TO THE LIBRARY ON A FLASH DRIVE OR CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW TO UPLOAD A FILE.



    Questions? Email Wendy at w.chapman@buchananlibrary.com.

    3D PRINTING RESOURCES

    Here are some FREE online resources for 3D printing!

     

    For finalizing files for printing (Density, Printing Supports, etc)

    https://ultimaker.com/software/ultimaker-cura

     

    Links to Free 3D Modeling Software programs (for creating 3D print designs)

    https://www.3dnatives.com/en/10-free-modeling-software-210720204/

     

    https://www.guru99.com/best-free-3d-modeling-software.html

     

    For already created files (To print, inspire, and build from)

    https://www.thingiverse.com/

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