LibGuides: STEAM Labs: 3D Printers

3D Printer

The Big Book of Makerspace Projects: Inspiring Makers to Experiment, Create, and Learn by Colleen Graves; Aaron Graves Start-to-finish, fun projects for makers of all types, ages, and skill levels! Written by two school librarians obsessed with making stuff, this easy-to-follow guide is full of hands-on, low-cost makerspace projects that will inspire inventors and makers of all ages. The Big Book of Makerspace Projects: Inspiring Makers to Experiment, Create, and Learn features practical tips for beginners and open-ended challenges for advanced makers.   The book features dozens of classroom-tested, hands-on DIY projects and challenges. Each project features clear, non-technical step-by-step instructions with photos and illustrations to ensure success, expand the imagination, and foster innovation. You will explore recyclables hacks, smartphone tweaks, paper circuits, e-textiles, musical instruments, coding and programming, 3-D printing, and much, much more! * Fun projects spur the creativity of makers at every skill level * Covers trending technology such as littleBits, Makey Makey, and Sphero * Authored by a pair of experienced educators and dedicated makers
Call Number: TS171.57 .G73 2017 (South)

ISBN: 9781259644252

Publication Date: 2016-10-19
3D Printing for Dummies by Richard Horne
Call Number: TS171.8 .H387 2024

ISBN: 9781394169481

Publication Date: 2023-08-30
3D Printing with SketchUp by Aaron Dietzen aka 'The SketchUp Guy'
Call Number: eBook

ISBN: 9781803237350

Publication Date: 2023-02-28

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Dremel DigiLab 3D Printer

Key features:

- Sturdy metal frame is substantially more stable than the Creator's original wood frame.
- Warp-resistant 6.3mm aluminum build platform remains perfectly level under the stress of high heat.
- New heat-resistant metal platform supports replace plastic supports.
- New heavy-duty (10mm) z-axis guide rod ensures steady and precise movement.
- New acrylic cover encloses the chamber to insulate and protect ABS prints.
- New LED light illuminates the build chamber.
- New integrated LCD screen and button board functions error-free.
- Filament Compatibility: PLA, ABS, PLA Color Change, Pearl, ABS Pro, Elastic, PVA, HIPS, PETG, TPE, TPU, Conductive Filament, Flexible Filament, Metal Filled Filament, Wood Filled Filament, and PP.