The SUNY Morrisville Library offers 3D printing services to support learning, creativity, and innovation within the campus community. This policy outlines the guidelines and responsibilities for using the 3D printers.
Eligibility
- 3D printing is available to all current students, faculty, and staff.
Acceptable Use
- 3D printing is intended for educational, research, and personal creative projects.
- The library reserves the right to refuse any print request that violates university policies or applicable laws, including:
- Printing of weapons, parts of weapons, or items resembling weapons.
- Printing of items that infringe on intellectual property rights (e.g., copyrighted materials).
- Printing of materials deemed inappropriate, offensive, or unsafe.
Submission Process
- Print requests must be submitted through the library’s online 3D printing request form.
- Files must be in STL or OBJ format and include a detailed description of the project.
- Library staff will review files to ensure compatibility and approve projects based on printer availability and material limits.
Costs
- There are no costs for 3D printing (some limitations apply, see below).
Limitations
- Printing is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and large or complex projects may take longer to complete.
- Print jobs are limited to a maximum of 7 hours unless approved by library staff.
- Users may print up to 100 grams per academic semester if using library filament.
- Users are allowed to supply their own filament. Using one’s own filament does not count toward the 100 grams per academic semester limit.
- User provided filament must be dropped off at the library circulation desk before the printing process can begin. Unused filament can be picked up by the user when picking up completed prints.
- The library is not responsible for replacing user filament due to printing errors.
- Jobs may be no larger than 256mm x 256mm x 256mm in size or take longer than 7 printing hours.
- Filament options are limited to PLA or PETG
User Responsibilities
- Users are responsible for ensuring their designs are printable and fit within the printer’s capabilities.
- The library is not responsible for errors in user-submitted designs, including warping or incomplete prints.
- Users will be emailed once their print is completed and can pick up completed prints at the library circulation desk.
- Users must pick up completed prints at the Circulation Desk within 30 days of notification; unclaimed items may be discarded.
Library Discretion
- Library staff may halt, modify, or cancel any print job due to technical issues, policy violations, or equipment maintenance.
- The library is not liable for any damages resulting from the use of 3D-printed items.
By using the library’s 3D printing services, users agree to comply with this policy. For questions or assistance, please contact the library via email (library@morrisville.edu).