3D Printing Policy
The SCF Libraries’ 3D printers constitute an invitation to create, learn, and explore, in order to further our students' educational goals. They may be used only for lawful purposes: see Maker Commons Terms & Conditions.
In addition to the Maker Commons Terms & Conditions, this equipment/room has the following 3D Terms & Conditions:
3D Printing Terms & Conditions:
- SCF students & staff can request to print by submitting a print request to the SCF Library Staff. The Library reserves the right to refuse any 3D print request.
- Any print job taking more than 2 ½ hours must be requested in advance and will be printed after hours. SCF Library will not accept any print jobs taking more than 5 hours unless curriculum-related.
- To request curriculum-related work, faculty should get in touch with a Supervisor: Bradenton: Alicia Long – LongA@SCF.edu, or Venice: Theresa Smith-Ennis, SmithET@SCF.edu)
- Items printed from the Library 3D printer that are not picked up within 7 days will become property of SCF Library.
- Items must be picked up by the individual who requested them.
- Only designated SCF Library staff or those who completed training will have hands-on access to the 3D printer.
- Education, assistance, and supervision of the 3D printer by SCF Library staff does not constitute knowledge, or acknowledgement, of any unapparent or inappropriate final use of the 3D product, and SCF Library specifically disclaims any knowledge thereof.
- SCF Libraries and staff are not responsible for the success or lack thereof the printing job.
- While SCF staff will endeavor to do so, they are not responsible for safe storage of printed items.
- There will be a flat fee charge of $0.50 plus $0.30 per gram for the finished product.
Ready to request the equipment?
Important:
Depending on the type of project, after you submit your request, a member of our SCF Libraries staff will contact you to finalize details.
Resources
Want to find objects to print?
Explore the following sites for free 3D Models:
Want to create your own projects?
Free 3D Modeling Software
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BlenderOpen source 3D animation suite. Enable the 3D Printing Toolbox.
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OpenSADFree software for creating solid 3D CAD models. Useful for creating models of machine parts.
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SketchupComes in free or pro versions.
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TinkercadA browser-based 3D design platform, now part of Autodesk (free version available).
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List of additional free software packagesFrom 3ders.com
Books @ the SCF Libraries:
3D Printing by ISBN: 9781610699778This beginner's guide to 3D design and printing provides librarians with lessons, tips, and instructions for integrating these technologies into the K-12 standards-based curriculum.
3D Printing for Dummies by ISBN: 9781119386315Publication Date: 2017The bestselling book on 3D printing 3D printing is one of the coolest inventions we've seen in our lifetime, and now you can join the ranks of businesspeople, entrepreneurs, and hobbyists who use it to do everything from printing foods and candles to replacement parts for older technologies'and tons of mind-blowing stuff in between!
3D Printing by ISBN: 9781457182938With the abundance of information and options out there, how are makers to choose the 3D printer that's right for them? MAKE is here to help, with our Ultimate Guide to 3D Printing. With articles about techniques, freely available CAD packages, and comparisons of printers that are on the market, this book makes it easy to understand this complex and constantly-shifting topic.
3D Printing Techniques and Processes by ISBN: 9781502634245Publication Date: 2017This book details some of the many ways to put 3D printers to great use and it explains the field's best practices. Readers are provided with an overview of materials and their pros and cons, and troubleshooting tips.
