FDM 3D Print Farm

3D Printing at the Fab Lab runs as a service bureau. After setting up a file, the Fab Lab will review and print it for you. You will be able to learn all the ins-and-outs of 3D Printing without needing to deal with the technical issues.

Our facilities and resources are open to all at the Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning.

• Knowledge Base - This Knowledge Base is where we hold all our learning resources. Understanding the capabilities and limitations of the technology will help you achieve your desired outcomes. Using the navigation on the left or the search bar, you can find a variety of guides on the printing process and techniques.

• Consultations - Book here Speak to one our technicians before you begin to find out how to best utilise 3D printing in your project! Additionally, if our Knowledge Base does not hold the answers you seek, come have a chat and we will guide you in the right direction.

• Print with us! Submit your prepared files by following the Job Submission process, we will review it and print it for you.

There is a queue that can get busy during the key submission times across the semester with a fluctuating turnaround time, so get files in early!

FDM Print Farm Workflow

1. Review the Design for 3D Printing and Modelling for FDM guides.

2. Prepare your files in Rhino (or a software of your choice).

3. Slice and export your files using Bambu Studio.

4. Create a job in the Fab Lab queue.

5. Upload your file to 3DprinterOS

6. Pay for your work online.

7. Self-Collect your completed prints at Fab Lab.

Bambu Lab X1 Carbon

The Fab Lab is home to 10x Bambu Lab X1 Carbons for FDM 3D Printing.

The Bambu Lab X1 series of printers are engineered and extensively tested for reliable, faster 3D-printing. It is the perfect tool for you to quickly and cheaply test and bring new ideas to life. 

Bambu Lab H2

The Fab Lab is home to 2x Bambu Lab H2S for FDM 3D Printing.

The Bambu Lab H2 series of printers are designed to allow larger print volume. 

Printer	Build Area
Bambu X1 Carbon Series	256mm (L) x 256mm (W) x 256mm (H)
Bambu H2 Carbon Series	340mm (L) x 220mm (W) x 340mm (H)

Materials + Colours

The Fab Lab bureau currently offers 10 filament choices.

PLA Matte

Dark Blue

Dark Green

Desert Tan

Terracotta

Ivory White

Ash Grey

Charcoal Black

PLA Marble

White Marble

Red Granite

PETG

Translucent

PETG Translucent

Other Materials + Colours

It is possible to FDM print a wide range of filament types, with a broad selection of colours. If you are looking to explore complex materials or specific colour options some other options are availble on request (subject to stock availability).

Alternatively, you can source and provide your own filaments. Please ensure that these filaments are compatible with our printer models (see above). Contact Fab Lab for further details.