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COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
3D Printing @Columbia |Introduction
http://3dprint.cul.columbia.edu/?page_id=1275
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Introduction
Tips for Designers
3D models can be designed in any number of software programs, including:
123D Design free
3DS Max @DSC
AutoCAD @DSC
blender free
FreeCAD free
Maya @DSC
MeshLab free
OpenSCAD free
Rhino3D
SketchUp free
SolidWorks
Thingiverse Customizer free
Tinkercad free version
ZBrush
Models submitted below must be submitted in .stl format. Most software programs can export 3D models in .stl format, but get in touch if you need help.
Tips on 3D printing
The Libraries recently purchased a MakerBot Replicator 2 as an experiment to engage users in a number of software programs already provided by the Libraries (AutoCAD, 3DS
Max, Maya, etc.). If use of the Replicator 2 is high, we hope to expand our offerings in this 3D ecosystem in the future.Before an .stl file can be printed on the MakerBot Replicator 2,
it must be converted from .stl into G-code using the free Makerware software.
To properly print, 3D models must be closed forms, meaning that there are no improper openings in the data file. You can check to see if your model is closed at willit3dprint.com.
Looking for other places to print?
GSAPP students can have models fabricated in the Digital Output Shop (3D printing info).
A number of laboratories in SEAS have 3D printing facilities.
Vendors such as Shapeways will print models for a fee.
Submit your design to be printed
Ready to have your model printed? Now you can upload an .stl file, pick a view that best represents the model, and fill out some brief information. Then we’ll print the most up-voted
models from time to time!
We will evaluate designs that are submitted to ensure they are printable, appropriate, and will not consume an unreasonable amount of our limited resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much does it cost to print on the Libraries’ 3D printer?
Right now there is no cost to print something in 3D, but we also do not guarantee that everything that is submitted will be printed.
2. I need to have something printed by tomorrow can you do it?
The Libraries’ 3D printer is not intended to be like one found in a fabrication shop. We encourage you to get in touch early in the design process if you would like to have
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