3D Printing Services at the Clay County Public Libraries

Unlock the possibilities of 3D printing at the Middleburg-Clay Hill Library. Whether you are working on a creative project, need a prototype, or want to explore 3D printing, library staff can help.

Before submitting a request: Please complete the 3D Printing Request Form at the bottom of this page. After selecting Submit, your default email program will open. You must attach your .STL file before sending the email.

The 3D printer creates a physical object from a digital design file. Print requests are handled on a first-come, first-served basis. During periods of high demand, the library may limit printing to one print per week per patron.

Object Design

Patrons using this service must agree to the Middleburg-Clay Hill Library’s 3D Printing Policy. Procedures for 3D printer use are subject to change. Patrons must provide their own design files for printing.

Creating a new design requires knowledge of 3D modeling software. Many designs are available online from file-sharing websites, including Thingiverse. Stay tuned for upcoming classes about TinkerCAD, a software program used to create 3D objects.

Design Guidelines

Designs must be submitted as an .STL file.

Size and Time Restrictions

The design must fit on the 3D printer platform. The maximum size is 6 inches by 6 inches by 6 inches. The print time cannot exceed five hours.

Printing Costs

• $0.05 per gram of the object’s weight, with a $1.00 minimum charge.
• $1.00 per step for multi-step designs.

Most print jobs cost between $1.00 and $3.00. Printing is charged by the gram of filament used to produce the object.

Except in cases of mechanical failure, incomplete prints, or other technical errors beyond the patron’s control, patrons are expected to pay for completed objects. Reprints due to user dissatisfaction, including color, scale, quality, or design, are not permitted without additional charges.

After requests are received, staff will add the model to the print queue. Charges must be paid at pickup. Refunds are not provided.

If the print job cannot be completed, you will receive an email with an explanation. Please review the 3D Printing Policy for print refusal guidelines.

Your Finished Print

A completion email will be sent when your print job is finished.

Completed print jobs must be picked up from your requested library within 14 days of receiving the completion notice. All submitted files will be deleted after printing, so please save a copy of your project.

3D Printing Request Form

Before submitting your request: Please email your 3D printing request and attach your .STL file.

Your email should include:

• Name
• Phone number
• Email address
• Library card number
• Library branch where you would like to pick up your print
• Description of the print job
• Whether you authorize the job to be printed if the total cost is less than $5.00
• Confirmation that you have read and agree to the Library’s 3D Printing Policy

Email Your 3D Printing Request

Reminder: Please attach your .STL file before sending your email.