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3D Models

3D Models

3D models are important for 3D printing. Before you can print something, you need to have the .stl file of what you want to print.

How to get a .stl file

CREATE YOUR OWN .STL FILE WITH 3D MODELING SOFTWARE

Save your model as an .stl file!

WHERE TO FIND A 3D MODEL

Here are some websites to find a model already created for 3D printing/viewing.  Note that you need to have an .stl format file to print.

CREATE A .STL FILE USING 3D SCANNING

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Some content for this page was used from "3D Printing at the UF Libraries: Home" by UF Libraries is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0

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