3D Printing

3D printing can be a great tool to reproduce 3D models or prototypes. At i-Space, students can learn how to create 3D models and rapid prototyping, so that they can design their own 3D models to actualise design concepts in everyday work and life.

You may make an appointment for the consultation service to learn how to use the 3D printing equipment via

 

iBooking 3D Printer

Model Raise3D E2 / Raise3D Pro3
 
Service Hours
  • Two sessions at 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM respectively are available from Monday to Friday (except public holidays).
  • Reservations can be made 7 days in advance starting from 8:30 AM via the iBooking System.
  • Duration of each session is 30 minutes.
  • Users can only reserve one facility for the same time session.
Check-in & Check-out
  • Users are required to check in or check out their reserved facility at the Technical Support Desk (i-Space, 4/F).
  • All sessions in the same reservation record will be cancelled and released to other users if users do not check in the room within 10 minutes after the booking session starts.
Material PLA (bio-degradable polymer) filament
Colour White
Price List Base charge HK$20 plus material charge at HK$1/gram.

For example, a printed model weighing 10 grams will cost HK$30.
($20 base charge + $10 materials charge)
Location
i-Space, 4/F North Wing

 

Walk-in self-service Colour 3D Printer

Model Bambu Lab X1E
Service Hours

Aligned with the library's opening hours, with no overnight printing permitted.
Material PLA (bio-degradable polymer) filament
Colour White / Grey / Black / Silver / Red / Yellow / Blue / Green
Price List Free of charge in the trial run period until further notice.

Only available for users who attended relevant i-Space consultation;
Or those who have prior experience in using FDM printing.
User Guide
  • Before printing, please follow the instructions on the attached laptop to log in and log out after use.
  • Step for printing model: PDF / Video
  • Step for swapping filament: PDF / Video
Location
i-Space, 4/F North Wing

Eligible Users

  • PolyU/CPCE staff and students enrolled on programmes leading to PolyU/PolyU-SPEED/PolyU-HKCC awards

User Guidelines

  • The use of facilities shall comply with Library regulations. Users who violate the regulations will be subject to disciplinary action.
  • Any unattended belongings will be removed after the reserved session so that the facility can be released to other users. The Library will not be responsible for any loss or damage to your personal belongings.
  • The Library reserves the right to allocate any available facility to users, or remove facilities from service as needed, such as for maintenance purposes and events.