3D Printing

Laser Cutting

3D Printing

CNC Milling

PLA, PETG, RESIN, PVA

Submit 3D print requests to archdigifab@gmail.com

STARTING FALL 2025, WE WILL DEDUCT FUNDS FROM YOUR ACCOUNT BEFORE WE START YOUR 3D PRINT. PLEASE ADD FUNDS TO YOUR ACCOUNT VIA USC CARD SERVICES AS SOON AS YOU RECEIVE AND APPROVE THE QUOTE.

FAQS

FILE PREPERATION

ISOLATE

Delete all other objects

CENTER

Move object to 0,0,0

VOLUME

CONSULTATIONS

Need guidance with 3D printing? Schedule a 30-minute consultation with one of our technicians to get personalized support and answers to your questions.

Book a Consultation

Use volume command to check if object is closed

CLOSE

To close, use commands: Cap, Join, Patch, PlanarSRF, or EdgeSRF

EDGES

Select model in Rhino, click "Analyze" in the top menu, "Edge Tools", and "Show Edges". Everything highlighted in PINK will be a naked edge and cause complications when printing.

UNITS

Make sure the file is in Millimeters.

FILAMENT COLOR

We will only print your files using filament options we stock ourselves; we do not accept any filament brought to us.

PLA/ PETG

RESIN

WHITE

CLEAR

WHITE

CLEAR

DIMENSIONS

Check the model dimensions with the Distance command.

SCALE

SILVER

BLACK

If you would like to print with a color not listed in our stock, you may select a color from the website below. Please allow for up to a 2-week turnaround.

Maximum Dimensions / Plastic: 200mm x 200mm x150mm (8" x 8" x 6")/ Resin: 140mm x 140mm x 170mm (5.5" x 5.5" x 7")

THICKNESS

Minimum wall thickness/ Plastic: 1mm / Resin: .5mm

EXPORT

Export as .STL FirstnameLastname_Class_Ver# (set mesh tolerance to .0001).

Browse all Filament Options

OPEN

Open .stl file and double check that the file is ready for print.

SUBMIT FILE

Submit file via email to archdigifab@gmail.com. Specific Resin or Plastic, model size, and color preference.

PRICE CONFIRMATION

Expect an email response with your price quote / Plastic: $0.10 - Gram / Resin $0.50 - ml. We'll ask you to approve the price and add the amount to your USC account before we print.

3D PRINTING FAQs

Have any questions about what you can 3D, setting up your file, and best practices? Visit the FAQ page for answers to common questions and guidelines on 3D Printing.

3D Printing FAQs

PICK UP

Finished models can be picked up in the Laser Lab (HAR 215)

CHOOSING A MATERIAL

What are the differences between PLA, PETG, and Resin? Each material has its strengths and weaknesses, and the different properties can be used to your advantage.

3D PRINTING

PLA, PETG, RESIN, PVA

Submit 3D print requests to archdigifab@gmail.com

STARTING FALL 2025, WE WILL DEDUCT FUNDS FROM YOUR ACCOUNT BEFORE WE START YOUR 3D PRINT. PLEASE ADD FUNDS TO YOUR ACCOUNT VIA USC CARD SERVICES AS SOON AS YOU RECEIVE AND APPROVE THE QUOTE.

FILE PREPERATION

ISOLATE

Delete all other objects

CENTER

Move object to 0,0,0

VOLUME

CONSULTATIONS

Need guidance with 3D printing? Schedule a 30-minute consultation with one of our technicians to get personalized support and answers to your questions.

Use volume command to check if object is closed

CLOSE

To close, use commands: Cap, Join, Patch, PlanarSRF, or EdgeSRF

EDGES

Select model in Rhino, click "Analyze" in the top menu, "Edge Tools", and "Show Edges". Everything highlighted in PINK will be a naked edge and cause complications when printing.

UNITS

Make sure the file is in Millimeters.

FILAMENT COLOR

We will only print your files using filament options we stock ourselves; we do not accept any filament brought to us.

PLA/ PETG

RESIN

WHITE

CLEAR

WHITE

CLEAR

DIMENSIONS

Check the model dimensions with the Distance command.

SCALE

SILVER

BLACK

If you would like to print with a color not listed in our stock, you may select a color from the website below. Please allow for up to a 2-week turnaround.

Maximum Dimensions / Plastic: 200mm x 200mm x150mm (8" x 8" x 6")/ Resin: 140mm x 140mm x 170mm (5.5" x 5.5" x 7")

THICKNESS

Minimum wall thickness/ Plastic: 1mm / Resin: .5mm

EXPORT

Export as .STL FirstnameLastname_Class_Ver# (set mesh tolerance to .0001).

OPEN

Open .stl file and double check that the file is ready for print.

SUBMIT FILE

Submit file via email to archdigifab@gmail.com. Specific Resin or Plastic, model size, and color preference.

PRICE CONFIRMATION

Expect an email response with your price quote / Plastic: $0.10 - Gram / Resin $0.50 - ml. We'll ask you to approve the price and add the amount to your USC account before we print.

3D PRINTING FAQs

Have any questions about what you can 3D, setting up your file, and best practices? Visit the FAQ page for answers to common questions and guidelines on 3D Printing.

PICK UP

Finished models can be picked up in the Laser Lab (HAR 215)

CHOOSING A MATERIAL

What are the differences between PLA, PETG, and Resin? Each material has its strengths and weaknesses, and the different properties can be used to your advantage.

PLA

Medium Strength

Medium Detail Qual.

Matte or Slightly Glossy

PETG

High Strength

Medium Detail Qual.

Matte or Slightly Glossy

RESIN

Low Strength

High Detail Qual.

Smooth, looks nearly like a mold