3D Printing
3D printing is available at the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre and the Summerside Rotary Library. Printers are operated by library staff and all printing projects must use library-supplied plastic filament. Currently, we are only able to print designs in a single colour and we cannot guarantee the availability of specific colours.
| Library | Printer model |
|---|---|
| Charlottetown Library Learning Centre | Prusa MK4 3D printer |
| Summerside Rotary Library | Monoprice MP10 Mini (Maximum print size: 200 x 200 x 200 mm) |
3D Printing Instructions
- Once you have either designed or downloaded your design in .stl format, save it on a USB drive, an SD card, or a micro SD card clearly labelled with your name.
- Fill out a copy of the library's 3D Printing Request form, and submit both the form and your file to either the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre or the Summerside Rotary Library
- You will be contacted by library staff when your design is finished.
- 3D printing will be done on a first come, first served basis. A typical 3D model can take anywhere from 1 to 4 hours to finish. Libraries cannot guarantee the date and time when submitted files will be completed.
3D Printing Costs
$2 + $0.10/gram
- An initial payment of $2 is required when submitting a 3D printing request.
- The final cost will be determined once a design has been printed and weighed (i.e. $0.10/gram).
- Payment must be received in full before designs can be picked up.
3D Printing Guidelines
- The PEI Public Library Service reserves the right to refuse to print weapons, sexually-explicit materials, or any model that violates intellectual property rights or is prohibited by federal, provincial, or municipal law.
- Our 3D printers are not intended for industrial or commercial manufacturing.
- The Library does not assist with the creation or repair of 3D designs. The Library takes no responsibility for projects that fail due to design flaws in the submitted file. The Library cannot guarantee and takes no responsibility for the quality or performance of printed designs. If your design includes any raft or support materials, you are responsible for removing them and trimming any rough edges.
3D Printing Resources
There are many different websites where people share their own 3D models for anyone to download. Search one of these websites and download files for free. The file format you download will be .stl.
It is also possible to use free software to create 3D models for printing. These programs also come with helpful tutorials to get you started.
Makerspace Technology
The Charlottetown Library Learning Centre is equipped with a Makerspace room that is open 7 days a week from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. While open, the public are welcome to use the below technology in the Makerspace:
Prusa MK4 3D Printer |
A 3D Printer is a machine that creates three-dimensional objects from a digital design by layering material/filament until a physical object is formed. |
Digital Conversion Station |
Photo Conversion: Bring in your old photographs, film negatives or slides and convert them into digital file formats through our Epson V600 scanner. Video Conversion: Bring in your old family videos on VHS, DVD or camcorder and convert them into digital file formats through our VIDBOX converter. |
Cricut Maker 3 |
This smart cutting machine can cut over 300 materials, including delicate fabrics, paper, leather, and even thicker materials like chipboard and some types of wood. Popular with DIY crafters. |
Digital Art Tablet |
This specialized tablet allows users to create digital art by drawing or painting with a stylus (a special pen-like tool) which is then displayed on a digital device. |
Button Maker |
This device is used to create buttons by pressing together various components. |
Paper Binding Machine |
This device joins multiple sheets of paper together, creating a finished document like a report, presentation or a book. |
Soldering Irons |
A soldering iron is a handheld tool used for building or repairing electric and electronic devices. |
Sewing Machines |
A textile machine used to stitch fabric and other materials together with thread. |
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WIFI Internet Access
WIFI is available for free at all 25 of the PEI Public Library Service's locations. Most libraries require a unique username and password for the public to connect to the location's WIFI. These login credentials normally last for 30 days and can be renewed. Speak with library staff at your branch to obtain the location's specific WIFI information.
Public Access Computers, Printing & Scanning
All of our 25 public libraries have public access computers available for the public to use. Use of these computers is based on a first come, first serve model - with the exception of our libraries in Charlottetown and Summerside where reservations are possible.
Printing (black-and-white only) and scanning services are also available at all 25 of our public libraries. Printing costs are .10 cents per sheet of paper.
How do I reserve a computer at the Charlottetown or Summerside libraries?
- Click on the Reserve a Computer Online button below
- Select the location where you would like to use a computer (Charlottetown or Summerside)
- Then press "Reserve a PC"
- You will need your library card number and your PIN (personal identification number) in order to complete the computer reservation form.