3D Printing Resources
General 3D Printing Guides
3D printing, also called additive manufacturing, is the process of building a three-dimensional object one thin layer at a time. These resources explain what 3D printing is and how it works:
Slicer Guides
Slicers are programs that convert a 3D model into the instructions a printer follows. There are many slicers available, but these resources cover the basics:
Printable Files
These websites host a wealth of models that can be printed. Not all 3D models can be printed easily, but these are a good start!
- (Assistive Devices)
Design Your Own
- (free, browser-based, great for beginners and younger students)
- (free education plan, more advanced parametric CAD)
- (free, for organic/sculptural models)
- (free for K-12)
Bambu A1
Our lab uses the Bambu A1 printer. The resources below are here if you'd like to learn more, but they are not required to use our 3D printing service:
Workshops
During the academic year, we regularly offer workshops covering a range of 3D printing concepts.
View our Current Workshop