3D Printing: Request 3D Printing

There are several ways to submit a 3D printing request:

• Library Circulation Desk: Fill out a 3D Printing Request form. Submit the completed form along with a USB drive containing your .stl 3D image file.
• Email Request: Files can be sent by email attachment to libraryprinting@fullsail.com with the Subject: 3D Print Request. The following information must be included in your request:
  • Full Name
  • Student Badge Number (or employee badge number)
  • Phone Number
  • Full Sail email address
  • File Name for 3D print item
  • Is this 3d project for a class? If yes, please provide instructor name, course number and project due date. Please not we can only process printing during regular library hours; we do not print on the weekend.
  • Did you design the model yourself? If no, please provide a link to the original so we can review Creative Commons Copyright.
  • Model Color (provide to two choices from list; if no color choice is provided we will print in light grey).
  • Additional Comments/Instructions
• Submit online form 3D Printing and upload a Compressed file to the form.

The Fine Print

• Maximum Finished Print Size = 220 mm x 220 mm x 250 mm (8.7 inches x 8.7 inches x 9.8 inches)
• At this time only designated library staff will have hands-on access to the 3D printer
• Files must be created using compatible 3D creation software and saved in an .stl format (Stereo Lithography Type). Files may be provided by email attachment or saved to a USB drive.
• We regret we are unable to offer 3D printing to online students at this time. All items must be picked up from the Full Sail Library.

Cost for Printing

• Items using 50 grams of filament or less are printed at no charge.
• Cost per gram for items using 51 grams of filament or more = $0.10 per gram. (For example, 51 grams of filament used = $5.10).
• Estimated cost will be provided prior to a requested item being printed.
• Items with multiple files will be processed and charged individually at the discretion of the library staff. You will be responsible for assembling your own item once all pieces have been completed.
• If you create a project and it does not print to your satisfaction, we will reprint it one time without additional cost. You are still obligated to pay all costs associated with printing. The library team cannot correct design flaws or 3D model errors.
• Items with excessive weight, size or print time or that include multiple parts may incur additional fees or can be denied at the discretion of the library staff.
• The Library can only accept cash for 3D printing at this time.

The minimum turnaround time is 2-3 business days after requester's confirmation and approval of estimated cost. However, depending upon the current print volume, the wait may be longer. Projects submitted for a course assignment will have priority in printing schedule once the assignment has been confirmed with the instructor.

You will be contacted when your job is complete and ready for pick up. Print objects not picked up within 5 business days after notification will become the property of the library. Items must be picked up by the individual who submitted the request and with a valid Full Sail student badge. Payment must be made at time of pick up. We can only accept cash as payment for all fees associated with 3D printing.

• The Library team reserves the right to refuse any 3D print job. The printer may be used only for lawful purposes. No one will be permitted to use the Library's 3D printer to create material that is:
  • Prohibited by local, state or federal law.
  • A weapon, or replica of a weapon, unsafe, harmful, dangerous or poses an immediate threat to the well-being of others.
  • Obscene or otherwise inappropriate for the Library environment.
  • In violation of another's intellectual property rights. For example, the printer may not be used to reproduce materials subject to copyright, patent or trademark protection. it is the print requester's responsibility to ensure the materials do not violate intellectual property protections or are covered by Creative Commons Licensing.
• If your request is in violation of established policy, you will be notified as soon as possible.