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Photo Gallery: 3D items created in the Maker Hub will appear here on the public site.

The library's Maker Hub can help you make, discover and create.

Note: the Maker Hub will be closed on Saturday, November 27, 2021

Maker Hub Hours
Day	Time	Service Type
Tuesdays	1 - 5 p.m.	Contactless Drop-in
Wednesdays	1 - 5 p.m.	Contactless Drop-in
Thursdays	5 - 9 p.m.	By Appointment Only
Fridays	1 - 5 p.m.	By Appointment Only
Saturdays	1 - 5 p.m.	Contactless Drop-in

Maker Hub Services

Maker Hub by Appointment

Book an appointment to access the Maker Hub to work on a project and use the equipment.

Contactless Drop-in

Visit the Maker Hub during our contactless drop-in hours to learn about the 3D printer and buttons. You can ask us to 3D print a quickprint design for you, or pick a button design to watch made before your eyes.

Virtual Maker Hub

We can 3D-print small objects for you. For details visit our 3D Printing Submission Form
We can create pinback buttons for you. For details visit our Button Request Form

Redeem a 3D Quick Print Coupon

Did you get a coupon for a free 3D Quick Print? Bring your coupon to the Maker Hub during our contactless drop-in hours or book an appointment to visit the maker hub. Pick your design and colour and watch your print made before your eyes.

What's in our Maker Hub?

3D printers

How to use the 3D printer

There are several options for you to access 3D printing technology, whether you want to do it yourself or just watch.

Quick prints

This is a collection of ready-to-print 3D models. Pick a design and a colour and watch the printer make it for you before your eyes. Watch it print and take it home same-day, or pick it up later. See what models are available by visiting the maker hub, or seeing our menu on our 3D print request form.

Cost and length of time to print are dependent on the model chosen.

No certification needed!

Print your own designs

Be certified to use the 3D printers.
Make an appointment to reserve time in the Maker Hub.
Come to the library with your sliced file and the original STL
Pay before printing.
Stay with your print for the first 20 minutes of actual printing. Monitor your print for problems and stop it if needed.
Wait for your print to finish, or leave the library and pick up your print later.

We print for you

We do all the work! Use the 3D Print Submission Form to send us the STL, or a link to where it can be downloaded. We will contact you with a quote. Please allow 2 weeks turnaround time for us to print your object.

There is a $10 surcharge for each STL file that we prepare and print.

Hardware

Ultimaker 2+ (UM2+)
- UM2+ specifications
- Storage method: SD card
- Nozzles: one
- Build volume: 223 x 223 x 205 mm
- Filament diameter: 2.85mm
UM2+C (Ultimaker 2+ Connect)
- UM2+C specifications
- Storage method: USB
- Nozzles: one
- Build volume: 223 x 220 x 205 mm
- Filament diameter: 2.85mm

What material (filament) do we use?

PLA (polylactic acid) is biodegradeable material made from renewable resources, like corn starch.

What software and websites are used with the 3D printer?

Slicing software is used to prepare 3D models for the printer.
- Ultimaker Cura is a popular application. Metric (mm) only.
CAD software is used to design 3D models that can be 3D printed
- TinkerCAD
- FreeCAD
- Sketchup
- Fusion360
Find 3D models that creators shared online (for free or a fee)
- Thingiverse
- Pinshape
- MyMiniFactory
- Cults3D
- Smithsonian 3D has digitized parts of their collection and made them available to download and 3D print
- Scan the World is a community-built collection of 3D printable sculpture and cultural artefacts

How to get certified to use the 3D printer

3D printer certification classes are not available at this time.

Pick up your prints

Finished prints can be picked up from the circulation desk on the main floor of the library during regular library hours.

NOTE: prints that have not been picked up in 3 months become property of the library.

Cost

PLA is $1.60/metre

Button maker

Hardware

1.5" Pinback Button Maker

0.875" Mini-Pin Lock Pin Button Maker

What materials are used with the button maker?

Shell, Collet, Mylar, Lock Pins, Pin-Back, self adhesive peel and stick magnet

Pre-made designs

We have a collection of ready-to-make button designs. Just choose from what is available and make a button.

How to make a button design

Make your own original design.
The design should be the size of the button face (e.g. 1.5") and have a margin (e.g. 0.25") around the edge.
You can make your design on a piece of paper, use a template, or use an online website to design it.
Bring your design to the Maker Hub.
Follow the instructions to make your own button.

Button design software

The Button-Guy Online Button Designer makes designing buttons easy.

Create an account & log in
Choose the correct size of button
Design your button and save it. All your saved designs are available in your account.
Make a sheet filled with the same design, or build a sheet of different designs.
Print at home or at the library.

Cost

One free button per visit

$0.25 per button

$0.50 per magnet

Workshops and programs

Upcoming Maker Hub programs

Connect with us and our partners

NewMakeIt

NewMakeIt has a partnership agreement with Newmarket Public Library. Take our Maker Hub certification class and you can use selected 3D printers at NewMakeIt. The makerspace is a non-profit dedicated to helping other entrepreneurs, inventors, makers, and artists achieve their goals cost-effectively.

Review before visiting

Maker Hub User Guide

The library’s Maker Hub is an evolving resource. Please note our current practices:

Equipment is available on a first-come first-serve basis
Users must be library members, certified to use equipment (if applicable) and in grade 7 or older
Users must follow safety procedures, report accidents and equipment problems
Violation of intellectual property law is prohibited
Creation of dangerous or offensive objects is prohibited
Production for commercial purposes is prohibited
Library staff may abort failed 3D prints
An individual may use one 3D printer at a time

Note: There may be times throughout the year where the Maker Hub is closed due to maintenance or unexpected staff shortages. We advise you contact us before visiting to find out if the Maker Hub is open.

Funding for the Maker Hub has been provided by the Government of Ontario. Government of Ontario logo