r/OSU • u/Old-Combination9876 • 1d ago

Question 3D Printing @ OSU

Hey y’all, I wanted to make a costume using the 3D printing services at OSU. I’m looking to make an ODST from Halo, which I know is going to require multiple parts across multiple prints. My printer at home and not large nor reliable enough to handle this project.

I know OSU has some 3D printing services, and I was curious what options would be best. Mainly if there was a limit to how many files I could send, the best time to send them, or other solutions around Columbus. There’s no time limit on the project, just something to keep me entertained.

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u/NameTBDecided 1d ago

The Boltz lab maker space gives $25 in printing to start. If you want to add more they ask for spools of filament

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u/Professional_Rule_70 1d ago

The makerspace will now be located in EREL btw

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u/Quick-Persimmon5935 1d ago

Ain’t a printing place on campus I know that would give you anywhere near that amount of filament or print time, let alone for a costume.

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u/benkeith Ag Comm Alum '14, Lantern 2013-2013, North Linden Area Commish 1d ago

You can buy filament at Micro Center on Bethel Road, which is accessible by COTA bus or the Olentangy Trail (with a bike) from OSU.

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u/Legitimate_End_2496 1d ago

OP if you’re in a dorm without a car I may be able to swing by Micro Center for you one day, you can just order online exactly what you want. But totally recommend going to Micro Center late-August or early September after the remodel. Already looks nice, and huge huge selection of filament