3D PRINTING and SCANNING

Multiple 3D printing formats meet a variety of cost and resolution needs, and a variety of photogrammetry solutions can 3D scan small to medium scale objects. 3D printing appointments are for all printers. Specify the printer you want when you arrive.

Prusa Mini FDM Printers

  • The Prusa Mini is an efficient FDM (fused deposition modeling) printer that produces a surprisingly high-res model at an affordable price. It is the most popular 3D printer in the VFL.

    3D printing appointments are for all printers. Specify the printer you want when you arrive for your appointment.

  • Flexible TPU

    PLA

    PLA is the most commonly used material printed on the VFL’s FDM printers. White, grey, and black filament are usually in stock.

    Individuals may bring in their own 3D printing filament, but outside materials must be approved by VFL staff. Contact vfl.digifab@sva.edu for alternate filament approval or recommendations.

  • Flexible TPU $0.27/gram

    PLA $0.12/gram

    Pricing is calculated based on how much filament a file requires to print. This is calculated in the Prusa slicer software.

  • Create an Adobe Illustrator file with a maximum width of 28” or 52” depending on your print size and the material you wish to print on. Length of your file is determined by the size of your print.

    For printing stickers, your Illustrator file can be sized appropriately to your design (for example, 3”x 3” for a small scale sticker). You will change the quantity of your printed stickers in the Roland software here in the VFL.

    300 DPI is recommended for photos - if your image is low resolution, open in Photoshop and use Image Size → Resample (Bicubic Smoother).

    If you have text in your Adobe Illustrator file, be sure to outline your text before coming to the VFL. Our workstations may or may not have your desired font installed.

    To add cut lines, open your file on a VFL computer and find the Roland VersaWorks palette. Assign the magenta color to your outlines, make sure they’re 100% opacity and on the top layer, and save as an .eps file.

  • 1 hour and 2 hour appointment time slots are available. File set-up can take anywhere from 10-30 minutes, so schedule accordingly.

    2 hour appointments are recommended for first time 3D printing users.

    Print time varies based on the complexity and scale of the design. Some prints take a few hours, some take days. Plan project timelines accordingly.

    VFL staff will send an email when the 3D print is ready for pick up.

  • Sometimes 3D prints fail. If a print fails due to machine error, the job will be reprinted again at no charge. If the print fails due to user error or design flaw, the full amount due for the print will be due.

    Post-processing (removing supports, sanding, etc.) is the responsibility of the VFL user and can take many hours depending on scale and complexity of design. Plan project timelines accordingly.

    VFL 3D printers may become busy at peak times during the semester (midterms, finals). The VFL prints on a first come, first serve basis. It is possible that prints may be added to a “queue” and will be printed as soon as there is a printer available. The VFL is not responsible in any way for print projects being completed by assigned deadlines.

    VFL staff reserve the right to restrict how many 3D printing jobs an individual can have running simultaneously.

Raise3D Pro3 Plus FDM Printers

  • Raise 3D printers are dual-extruder, FDM printers with a large build volume, making them well suited for larger-scale production and multi-sized rapid prototyping.

    3D printing appointments are for all printers. Specify the printer you want when you arrive for your appointment.

  • Flexible TPU

    PLA

    PLA is the most commonly used material printed on the VFL’s FDM printers. White, gray, and black filament are typically in stock.

    Individuals may bring in their own 3D printing filament, but outside materials must be approved by VFL staff. Contact vfl.digifab@sva.edu for alternate filament approval or recommendations.

  • PLA $0.12/gram

    Flexible TPU $0.27/gram

    Pricing is calculated based on how much filament a file requires to print. This is calculated in the slicer software.

  • STL, OBJ files

    11.8 × 11.8 × 23.8 inch maximum print volume

    VFL staff can assist to ensure that files are properly sliced and prepared for 3D printing.

  • 1 hour and 2 hour appointment time slots are available. File set-up can take anywhere from 10-30 minutes, so schedule accordingly.

    2 hour appointments are recommended for first time 3D printing users.

    Print time varies based on the complexity and scale of the design. Some prints take a few hours, some take days. Plan project timelines accordingly.

    VFL staff will send an email when the 3D print is ready for pick up.

  • Sometimes 3D prints fail. If a print fails due to machine error, the job will be reprinted again at no charge. If the print fails due to user error or design flaw, the full amount due for the print will be due.

    Post-processing (removing supports, sanding, etc.) is the responsibility of the VFL user and can take many hours depending on scale and complexity of design. Plan project timelines accordingly.

    VFL 3D printers may become busy at peak times during the semester (midterms, finals). The VFL prints on a first come, first serve basis. It is possible that prints may be added to a “queue” and will be printed as soon as there is a printer available. The VFL is not responsible in any way for print projects being completed by assigned deadlines.

    VFL staff reserve the right to restrict how many 3D printing jobs an individual can have running simultaneously.

Formlabs Form 3BL SLA Resin Printers

  • The VFL’s Formlabs are state of the art, professional SLA (stereolithography) printers offering a great surface finish with a variety of resin options at a competitive price.

    3D printing appointments are for all printers. Specify the printer you want when you arrive for your appointment.

  • V4 White Resin

    V4 Black Resin

    Durable Resin

    Elastic 50A Resin

  • V4 White Resin $0.37/mL

    V4 Black Resin $0.37/mL

    Durable Resin $0.50/mL

    Elastic 50A Resin $0.50/mL

    Pricing is calculated based on how much resin a file requires to print. This is calculated in the Formlabs software during an appointment.

  • .STL, OBJ files

    13.2 x 9.9 x 11.8” maximum build volume

    Objects printed on the Formlabs printer must have a drain hole built into the file if the the object is not completely solid.

    VFL staff can assist to ensure that files are properly sliced and prepared for 3D.

  • 1 hour and 2 hour appointment time slots are available. File set-up can take anywhere from 10-30 minutes, so schedule accordingly.

    2 hour appointments are recommended for first time 3D printing users.

    Print time varies based on the complexity and scale of the design. Some prints take a few hours, some take days. Plan project timelines accordingly.

    VFL staff will send an email when the 3D print is ready for pick up.

  • Sometimes 3D prints fail. If a print fails due to machine error, the job will be reprinted again at no charge. If the print fails due to user error or design flaw, the full amount due for the print will be due.

    Post-processing (removing supports, sanding, etc.) is the responsibility of the VFL user and can take many hours depending on scale and complexity of design. Plan project timelines accordingly.

    VFL 3D printers may become busy at peak times during the semester (midterms, finals). The VFL prints on a first come, first serve basis. It is possible that prints may be added to a “queue” and will be printed as soon as there is a printer available. The VFL is not responsible in any way for print projects being completed by assigned deadlines.

    VFL staff reserve the right to restrict how many 3D printing jobs an individual can have running simultaneously.

Formlabs FUSE 1 SLS Printer

  • The Formlabs FUSE 1 is a high power compact SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) 3D Printer. It uses high-powered lasers to sinter, or bind, finely powdered nylon material together into a solid structure. SLS prints do not require support structure because they are encased in powder when printing, this allows the printer to create complex geometries and interlocking parts that other printers are unable to achieve.

  • Nylon 12

  • Nylon 12 Powder $0.29/gram

    Pricing is calculated based on how much powder a file requires to print. This is calculated in the Formlabs software during an appointment.

  • .STL, OBJ files

    Maximum Build Volume:

    (W x D x H)

    165 × 165 × 300 mm

    6.5 x 6.5 x11.8 in

    Layer Thickness:

    110 microns

    .004 inches

  • 1 hour and 2 hour appointment time slots are available. File set-up can take anywhere from 10-30 minutes, so schedule accordingly.

    2 hour appointments are recommended for first time 3D printing users.

    Print time varies based on the complexity and scale of the design. Some prints take a few hours, some take days. Plan project timelines accordingly.

    VFL staff will send an email when the 3D print is ready for pick up.

  • Sometimes 3D prints fail. If a print fails due to machine error, the job will be reprinted again at no charge. If the print fails due to user error or design flaw, the full amount due for the print will be due.

    Post-processing (removing supports, sanding, etc.) is the responsibility of the VFL user and can take many hours depending on scale and complexity of design. Plan project timelines accordingly.

    VFL 3D printers may become busy at peak times during the semester (midterms, finals). The VFL prints on a first come, first serve basis. It is possible that prints may be added to a “queue” and will be printed as soon as there is a printer available. The VFL is not responsible in any way for print projects being completed by assigned deadlines.

    VFL staff reserve the right to restrict how many 3D printing jobs an individual can have running simultaneously.

3D Scanning - Einstar Scanner

  • The Einstar Shining 3D Scanner is a handheld 3D scanner intended to create high resolution 3D data.

    3D scanning does not consume material and does not incur a charge at the VFL. However, files will require a way to be stored and removed. Please plan accordingly and attend appointments with a laptop or auxiliary drive.

  • CreGenerates .OBJ file and .PNG image textures

    Scanning speed up to 14 FPS

    Most successful with items larger than a grapefruit. No maximum size.

    Effective Working Distance: 160mm-1400mm; Optimal Working Distance: 400mm

    If scanning shiny or reflective surfaces, use anti-glare spray.

  • 2 hour appointments only

    Set-up and file processing for 3D scanning can take multiple hours, even for small objects.

  • 3D scanning is an acquired skill. The VFL will assist individuals in getting started, but it cannot guarantee the quality of 3D scans. Individuals should expect that it will take multiple attempts to get an effective scan and should therefore come prepared to put in the time to practice in order get strong results.

    Often, 3D scanning files will require significant post-processing before they are ready for 3D printing or other output. The VFL is not responsible for post-processing 3D scanned files but can refer individuals to external resources for support.

    Contact VFL Shop Assistant, Neal Cashman, with any questions about using the Einstar 3D scanner or other photogrammetry needs.