3D Plastic Polymer Printer
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 Printing Volume and Specifications

11.81 length x 7.87 width x 5.9 height, 600 X 600 X 900 dpi, and a printed layer thickness of .0011 in.


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 Material Cost

September 1 through June 30:
Printing Cost:
Model Material: $0.37/Gram (Includes CT Sales Tax)
Support Materail: $0.19/Gram (Includes CT Sales Tax)

July 1 through August 31:
Printing Cost:
Model Material: $0.74/Gram (Includes CT Sales Tax)
Support Materail: $0.38/Gram (Includes CT Sales Tax)
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 Stl File Format The 3D Plastic Polymer Printer will accept STL (Sterolithography) file formats for printing.
The following applications can export files directly to ".stl" format: (select .stl binary when given the option)
  •  3D Studio Max
  •  AutoCAD
  •  Rhino

    Maya is not recommended, as converting Maya files to other formats lose many file properties. If you want to try your Maya file, export it as a .igs file and convert it to an .stl in Rhino.

    Please Note: These files need to be solids not surfaces for proper printing.

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    		 3D Printer Access and Printing Procedures

    1. Open your .stl file in Geomagic. Check your model for the following:
    - Holes: Ensure all parts of your model are joined together, there should not be any holes.
    - Scale: Set the correct scale of your model.
    - Thickness: To print your model hollow, use the Shell command in Geomagic to apply a thickness.
    Review the Geomagic tutorial for assistance.
    2. Once your model has been reviewed and fixed (if necessary) in Geomagic, save the file (keep the .stl binary format) to the     "3D Printer Drop Box" folder on the Classes server, and see a DM staff member for printing.
    3. 3D Models will be printed on a first come first serve basis. Please plan accordingly.
    4. All 3D models will be printed AS IS. Students are responsible for proper Orientation, Scale, Position, Weight, and Thin Fragile Models.
    5.The cost of the model will be calculated by determining the cost of materials    .
    6. All models once completed must be removed by students    .
    7. All models will be billed to a Students Bursar Account or to a Class or Studio Budget. If these models are billed to a Class or Studio Budget, then prior written permission from the instructor needs to be obtained first.
     

    Post Finishing Options

    Remove the Model and take to Sub-Basement water cleaning station. Remove the yellow plastic support material with the water cleaning system.