3D Print

The workshop is equipped with low- to high-end machines and the latest software that are used as teaching tools and for research support in the fields of design, the arts and architecture. The studio allows for the exploration of the latest digital manufacturing technologies in 3D printing, integrating CAD software, additive manufacturing and computer-controlled fabrication machines.

The available equipment:

Stratasys Objet350
A polyjet technology–based 3D printer
Quantity: 1
Material options: Photopolymer
Max. working envelop: 342 × 342 × 200 mm
Layer thickness: 0.028 mm

Stratasys uPrint SE plus & Prodigy Plus
A used deposition modelling (FDM)-based 3D printer
Quantity: 1
Material options: ABS plus and SR-30 (a PLA-like soluble thermoplastic)
Max. working envelop: 203 x 203 x 152 mm 
Layer thickness: 0.254 mm or 0.330 mm

Formlabs Form 2
A stereolithography-based 3D printer
Quantity: 2
Material options: Methacrylate photopolymer resin 
Max. working envelop: 125 x 125 x 165 mm
Layer thickness: 0.025 mm 

Ultimaker 2+ & Ultimaker 3
An FDM-based 3D printer
Quantity: 8
Material options: PLA
Max. working envelop: 200 x 200 x 205 mm
Layer thickness: 0.06 mm, 0.1 mm, 0.2 mm 

Makerbot Z18 & Mini
An FDM-based 3D printer
Quantity: 2
Material options: PLA 
Max. working envelop: 300 x 305 x 457 mm
Layer thickness: 0.1 mm, 0.2 mm

Bq Witbox 2
An FDM-based 3D printer
Quantity: 1
Material options: Soft PLA 
Max. working envelop: 297 x 210 x 200 mm
Layer thickness: 0.1 mm, 0.2 mm 

Wasp Clay 40100
A clay extrusion–based printer
Quantity: 1
Material options: Clay
Max. working envelop: ⌀ 400 x 1000 mm
Layer thickness: 0.1 mm, 0.2 mm

Work permits and induction training:

In order to use this workshop, you must first complete the online introduction training course in MyCourses. You will find more information below after logging in with your Aalto account.

Some machines are reserved exclusively for courses and research work, while others are also available for independent work. It is desirable for you to have some previous knowledge in CAD modelling.

Location: Otaniementie 14, Väre. Ground floor: Room K005

Opening times: Mon. 13:00–16:00, Tue.–Wed. 9:00–12:00 and 13:00–16:00

For contact information and to reserve machinery and space in the workshop, please log in to the Aalto website.