3D Printing at the Makerplace

The Makerplace offers staff-run 3D printing on the Bambu Lab X1C. Due to high demand, 3D printing at the Makerplace is limited to Arlington Heights cardholders only. 

Submit a 3D Print

About 3D Printing Services

  • Cost: PLA $0.10 per gram, PETG $0.15 per gram
  • Print Delivery: Within 7-10 business days
  • Printing Limits:
    • One color per file
    • Five (5) 3D printed items per person per calendar month
    • Maximum 6 hours per print
  • Print Dimensions:
    • Inches: 10 inches (length) x 8.8 inches (width) x 9.8 inches (height)
    • Millimeters: 255 mm (length) x 225 mm (width) x 250 mm (height) 

3D Printing Guidelines

  • The library cannot guarantee product quality, satisfaction, equipment availability or stability, confidentiality of design or specific delivery times.
  • When demand is high, one print request will be filled per person, per day.
  • Files will be deleted when printing is complete.
  • If submitting multiple parts for 3D printing, please upload each 3D design as its own STL file.
  • Only designated staff and volunteers have hands-on access to the 3D printers.
  • The library reserves the right to refuse a print. 

3D Print Weight Examples

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ModelWeight in gramsSize
Boat10 grams1.5" x 2.5" x 1.5"
Statue51 grams3" x 2.25" x 5.5"
Octopus127 grams5.5" x 5.5" x 3.5"