Free Public 3D Printing Pilot Program at the Bowman Regional Public Library
Set off on an exciting exploration of the intersection between technology and creativity with Bowman Regional Public Library’s innovative endeavor — the Free Public 3D Printing Pilot Program!
This pilot program will run from December 2024 to April 2025, or until we reach the $500.00 filament milestone.
Submitting Your 3D Printing Request is Easy!
Fill out the 3D Printing Pilot online form with your basic details, provide a link to a Creative Commons-licensed 3D file from websites like Thingiverse or Printables, agree to our program’s terms and conditions, and hit submit!
Once your 3D prints are ready, swing by the BRPL to pick them up. We will kindly ask you to complete a brief survey upon pick-up. Your feedback is invaluable, helping us shape the future of our 3D printing services.
Ready to embark on this creative adventure?
Click here to access the online request form and let the 3D printing magic begin!
Program Guidelines
This program is all about unleashing your creativity while adhering to a few simple guidelines:
- Printing is limited to non-commercial and educational purposes.
- Adult Library Cards only, please.
- Only 3D files with Creative Commons licenses from approved websites will be accepted.
- Each patron can request up to 3 prints during the pilot period.
- No weapons, projectiles, or NSFW content will be printed—let’s keep it friendly!
- We reserve the right to limit and alter designs/prints to ensure the best experience for everyone.
- Prints will be delivered with supports still intact, giving you a glimpse into the printing process.
- All prints will be produced with the filament color currently loaded in the printer.
- A single print is defined as any printing job that can fit on the print bed and can be completed in one continuous run. Print jobs that require separate printing sessions will count as multiple prints.
- We will be using PLA filament. 3D printing files that are intended for other 3D printing materials types may be rejected.