3D Printing

The HCC Eastside Campus Library houses an Ultimaker printer available for use. 

Consultation and Approval Process
Students are required to meet with a library staff member to discuss their 3D printing project. Before starting the print job, students must prepare their 3D file for review. Library staff will preview the design, approve it, and initiate the printing process. To schedule a consultation, students can use the following link: 3D Printing Consultation Form.

Eligibility and Printing Limits
3D printing is currently free and available to current HCC students. Please submit requests 3 days or more before the due date. 

Overnight print jobs are not permitted at this location. For overnight print jobs, please refer to the XR Lab in room 210.2 of the Angela Morris building. Visit the open lab schedule page for more information.

Printing requests for class assignments must adhere to the following restrictions:

• Time Limit: Maximum of 8 hours per print job.
• Weight Limit: Up to 100 grams.

For personal items, students may print one object under the following conditions:

• Time Limit: 15 minutes to 1 hour.
• Weight Limit: No more than 10 grams.

Pick-Up Policy
Printed items must be collected within 14 days of completion.

For inquiries, please contact Carmen Walton or Giselle Ayala