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3D Printing
3D Printing Bring your ideas to life with the Louisburg Library MakerLab!
3D printing is a manufacturing process that creates physical objects from a digital design by building them one layer at a time. Whether you're creating prototypes, replacement parts, educational models, or fun projects, our 3D printer makes it easy to turn your ideas into reality. The Louisburg Library offers one reservable Bambu Lab X1 Carbon 3D printer for public use.
Printer Specifications Bambu Lab X1 Carbon Build Volume: 256 × 256 × 256 mm (10.1 × 10.1 × 10.1 in.) Compatible File Type: .STL Material: PLA Filament Full-color printing available with the AMS system (when applicable) Watch the Bambu Lab X1 Carbon in action!
Submit a 3D Print Request Ready to print?
You'll first need a 3D model saved in .STL format.
Once your file is ready, submit it using our online request form.
Design Your Own 3D Models Interested in creating your own designs?
Tinkercad Tinkercad is a free, browser-based design program that's perfect for beginners. It includes interactive lessons and tutorials that make learning 3D design easy.
Autodesk Fusion Fusion is available free for personal and hobby use. Library patrons can also access Udemy through the library's digital resources to learn Fusion with hundreds of online courses.
Learn More About 3D Printing Download Bambu Studio for free to prepare ("slice") your models for printing, adjust settings, and preview your project before printing.
Looking for inspiration? Explore creative projects and discover what's possible with 3D printing.
Frequently Asked Questions Can staff help me design my project? Staff members are unable to design or modify 3D models. However, they are happy to assist with preparing your file for printing and answering basic questions about the printing process.
Watch for future library classes covering 3D design and printing.
How do I reserve print time? Online reservations are coming soon.
Files must be in .STL format. Standard print jobs are limited to approximately 5 hours during regular library hours. Longer print jobs may be scheduled overnight based on printer availability. Overnight prints are not monitored continuously, and the Library cannot guarantee successful completion.
What does it cost? The MakerLab provides PLA filament in a variety of colors at no cost.
All you need is:
A valid Louisburg Library card An account in good standing Donations to help support the MakerLab are always appreciated.
Will every print be successful? Not always.
3D printing depends on many factors including model design, print settings, and material behavior. Even professionally designed models can occasionally fail.
Library staff will make every effort to help ensure a successful print, but completed prints cannot be guaranteed.
Additional Resources Explore other libraries with makerspaces and 3D printing resources:
Olathe Public Library – Indian Creek Branch Wichita Public Library Johnson County Library
