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3D Printing: Getting Started

Finding an existing pattern

Thingiverse.com A site for finding, creating, and sharing 3D printable things.  All patterns are open source, available under a Creative Commons license.

MyMiniFactory.com A site that is a "curated social platform for 3D printable objects.  It offers free downloads for all printable objects.

Pinshape.com A site that has both free and priced 3D printable objects. 

For a list of sites offering free stl files, see https://all3dp.com/best-sites-free-stl-files-3d-printing/ .

 

 

Make an appointment

Printing is a mediated service.  To reserve a time to print your 3D item, please contact
Sue O'Dell (207-725-3265, sodell@bowdoin.edu)

Book an appointment for printing or training