3D Printing

How can I submit a 3D print job and what is the cost?

The UO Science Library provides 3D printing services for all UO students, faculty, and staff. To submit a 3D print job, provide a standard .stl (STL) file, compatible with most computer-assisted design (CAD) software. You can email your file to our team at psctech@uoregon.edu, along with the following information:

  • File name
  • Dimensions (X-Y-Z in mm)
  • Layer height
  • Any specific needs or deadlines for the print
  • The cost for using library materials is $0.25 per gram. If you wish to use your own materials, email psctech@uoregon.edu to confirm compatibility and discuss options.

What kind of 3D printer and plastic does the library use?

The UO Science Library offers six 3D printers for a range of needs:

  • FDM/Extrude Printers (using PLA filament):
    • Three Lulzbot TAZ Pro FDM/Extrude Printers
    • One Bambu Lab X1 FDM/Extrude Printer
    • One Bambu Lab A1 FDM/Extrude Printer
  • SLA Resin Printer:
    • Elegoo Saturn Ultra IV

3D printing Policies:

Our 3D printers are in public view. Unless requested otherwise, printed objects are on display in the library and maybe shown printing in other public venues.

  • The Library reserves the right to refuse to print any 3D file.
  • 3D printers may be used only for lawful purposes. No one will be permitted to use the Library’s 3D printers to create material that is:
    1. Prohibited by local, state or federal law.
    2. Unsafe, harmful, dangerous or poses an immediate threat to the well-being of others. (Such use may violate the terms of use of the manufacturer).
    3. Obscene or otherwise inappropriate for the library environment.
    4. In violation of another’s intellectual property rights. For example, the printer will not be used to reproduce material subject to copyright, patent or trademark protection.
  • Only designated Library staff and volunteers will have hands-on access to the 3D printers.
  • Items printed from Library 3D printers that are not picked up within 7 days will become property of the Library and may be thrown away. Items must be picked up by the individual who printed them.
  • Staff will add the model to the printing queue. 
  • The library staff will review each file to set file printing parameters. These parameters includes, size orientation, resolution, scaffolding, percent fill, and outer surface thickness.
  • Printed items will be available at the circulation/Checkout desk. Note: print times are only estimated.
  • Dropped-off or emailed files for printing will be removed from library printers within 7 days of completion of a printed object. One exception to this policy is that ongoing projects with library staff will be maintained on library computers until the project is complete.
  • Procedures governing the use of the Library’s 3D printers are subject to change.