Website Catalogue | Advanced

Maker Hub

Home/Services/Maker Hub

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.

Maker Hub Hours

Day of the week	Maker Hub hours
Tuesdays	2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesdays	5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Thursdays	Closed
Fridays	Closed
Saturdays	1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Maker Hub Services

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

In-Person Maker Hub

Visit the Maker Hub during drop-in hours to learn about the space and what you can do
Ask us to make you a Quickprint to watch the printers make something
Make a pinback button
Use any of the drop-in equipment that is available
Visitors who have completed the 3D printer certification training can use the printers that are available

What's in our Maker Hub?

3D printers

How to use the 3D printer

Quick prints

This is a collection of ready-to-print 3D models. Pick a design and a colour and pick it up. See what models are available by completing a 3D print request form.

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

No certification needed!

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.

Use the 3D printers yourself

You can visit the maker hub during open hours to use the 3D printers yourself. Printers are available on a first come, first served basis. Please observe the rules of the maker hub and use the printers safely. If you aren't sure how to do something, please ask staff for assistance.

Requirement:

Have completed the 3D printer certification course
Have a valid Newmarket Public Library card
Minimum age: adults, teens, and kids in grade 7 and up

Get certified to use the 3D printer

Below are the steps for our virtual 3D printer certification process. You can learn at your own pace from home, and then visit the maker hub to demonstrate the practical portion of the course. Once you have completed the below lessons, you will be fully certified to use the 3D printers at the Newmarket Public Library.

Complete the following steps to begin using the printers yourself:

Review the 3D Printer Certification slideshow
Complete the 3D Printer Certification Quiz
Complete the Maker Hub Agreement
Visit the maker hub during open hours to show us your knowledge of 3D printers and to make your first print:
1. Call before you come to the library to make sure that a printer is available for your demonstration
2. Choose what printer you will use
3. Load a new colour into the printer (demonstrates you can use the menu and understand how to change filament spools)
4. Use the menu to print the file 00 Star_quickprint in the folder called ! QUICKPRINTS
5. Observe the printer printing
6. Remove your print using a spatula after it has cooled
7. Turn off the printer
8. Remove the brim using the available tools
9. Staff will update your account so you are fully certified and can use the printer on your own

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
Ultimaker 3 (UM2)
- UM3 specifications (page 11 of the manual)
- Storage method: USB
- Nozzles: two (dual extrusion)
- Build volume: 215 x 215 x 200 mm
- Build volume: Dual material: 197 x 215 x 200 mm
- Filament diameter: 2.85mm

What material (filament) do we use?

PLA (polylactic acid) is biodegradeable material made from renewable resources, like corn starch.
PVA (polyvinyl alcohol) dissolves in water and is used for supports on a dual-extrusion printer when a design needs extra help to print successfully and would be more suitable than standard PLA supports.

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

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
PVA is $3.60/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

Cricut machine

Hardware

Cricut Maker Machine

What software is used with the Cricut?

Cricut Design Space (free software download)

Tools

Rotary blade, fine point blade, scoring stylus, weeder, tweezers, spatula, scraper and a variety of colored pens

It is useful for

Cutting, scoring, and drawing on a variety of materials. Create projects such as invitations, banners, decorations, monograms, stencils, etc. for home, business, school, or hobby.

How to use the Cricut machine

Get started by opening a free Cricut Design Space account to start creating your designs, or use the free templates provided. Drop by during Maker Hub hours to cut, draw and/or score your designs. You can also register for one of our Intro to Cricut and Design Space workshops via the online calendar.

Note: users must bring their own materials (cardstock, fabric etc.).

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