3D Printing

Albion College Instructional Technology & Media Center offers affordable 3D printing services for students, faculty and staff. These printers can be used for classroom projects, tools, integrations, research, or just for fun.  

Location and Hours:

Our 3D printers are found in the Albion Technology and Innovation Center (ATIC) located between the Olin and Facilities Buildings on the Quad. The lab is open from 8am-5pm for students, faculty and staff members. Those planning to conduct evening or weekend prints will need to work with ATIC staff. 

Requirements:

Those who would like to learn 3D printing are required to attend a one-on-one training, pass the 3D print test with an 80% or better, and conduct one supervised print. Once these steps are completed, users can sign out a printer for use.

3D Print Moodle Course Web and Quiz

3D Printer User Agreement 

Printers and Materials:

Filament type and color options for each machine varies depending on current projects and needs. Black, White, Purple and Yellow will always be available. 

Available printers include: one Ultimaker 3, three Ultimaker 3 Extendeds, three Creality 10S Pros, and one Form 2 Resin printer. 

Cost:

$0.10 cents per gram. 

Software:

Tinkercad

Thingiverse

Cura   

 Contact:

To start your training, please refer to the Requirements section above. For questions, or if looking to request a 3D print conducted by Instructional Technology please email .