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Emerging Technology in Open Lab

This LibGuide provides information on the equipment and tools available in Open Lab to all members of the Pitt community.

Ultimaker 3, Ultimaker S3 and Ultimaker S5 Filament 3D Printers

Ultimaker filament printers:

  • Uses a variety of thermoplastic with extensive color options.
  • Faster, cheaper and suitable for most projects.

Build dimensions:

  • Ultimaker 3:  8.5 x 8.5 x 11.8 in
  • Ultimaker S3: 9 x 7.4 x 7.9 in
  • Ultimaker S5: 13 x 9.45 x 11.8 in

Best For:

  • Most 3D printing projects.
  • High volume projects.
  • Prints that require large building dimension.

Have more questions? Send us an email us or stop by Open Lab to speak with one of our staff members.

Are you ready to get started? Visit our Canvas module on 3D scanning to get training.

Formlab 3+ and Formlab 3B Resin 3D Printers

Formlab resin 3D printers:

  • Uses a variety of liquid resins.
  • Gives durable and more precise 3D prints.

Build dimensions:

  • 5.7 x 5.7 x 7.6 in

Best for:

  • Printing jobs that require specific material type (e.g. durable, flexible or medical grade resins).
  • Projects the require precision or fine detail.

Have more questions? Send us an email us or stop by Open Lab to speak with one of our staff members.

Are you ready to get started? Visit our Canvas module on 3D scanning to get training.