Q. How do I get started with the 3D printer in the library?

Hello,

There are currently two paths to using 3D printers in the library: 

1. The first (and the one we recommend), is the DIY approach in which you book appointments to use the printers, and work on your projects here at the John and Stella Graves Makerspace (in STEM Library). To begin booking time on the printers you'll need to complete a 1hr training, and then reserve time on the machines. To get started, please see our Learning and Making page on the library website.  
2. We also have a print-a-part service, in which users can submit an object to be printed, and library staff will print it for them. Information on that service can be found on our What We Offer page.

If you have further questions or concerns, please send them to lib-makerspace@umd.edu. 

Thank you and happy printing!