SO WHAT’S A 3D PRINTER?
Simply stated, it’s a machine that can create a real physical object from a computer file by building it one layer at a time with plastics or other materials. And when you think about it, that doesn’t sound all that amazing.
But what is amazing, is how it’s going to change the world around us in the coming years. We envision a future, not that far from now, where every home has a 3D printer and the majority of the things we want or need, from household products and tech gadgets to snack food (yes, food too), will be created on-demand at the push of a button. It may sound like Star Trek or The Jetson’s but this revolution has already started and you can get a taste of it here today at Proto.
WHAT CAN YOU CREATE?
Well almost anything you can imagine. It’s really all up to you—and getting started is a lot simpler than you might think. On the easier side, you can browse a huge collection of existing 3D models online then download one you like, size it, pick a color and print. There are hundreds of thousands of existing models out there, from toys and pop culture figures to tech gadgets and handy tools for around the apartment, and the list gets bigger every day.
If you’re feeling a little more adventurous we can help create your own file to print. You can bring your own model from home (we can even scan your face) or you can use one of our computers and 3D software to design a unique creation all your own. Whatever you choose, a Proto team member will be there to help make an easy and fun experience.
THE PROTO WALL OF PRINTERS
That’s right, it’s a wall—a huge wall of some of the latest 3D printers from industry leaders like MakerBot and Ultimaker. And we’ve got cabinets full of a rainbow of colors of PLA, ABS and TPU filaments. So if you want to print a squishy pink unicorn—then print that unicorn, but we’re guessing you have bigger ideas in mind.
OUR 3D PRINT PRICING
We’ve tried to make this as simple and straight forward as possible. No long term commitments, no membership fees and no crazy, by-the-minute pricing. Just a simple $10 per hour for PLA, and $12.50 per hour for other types of plastic, with most prints taking around 2 or 3 hours. We’ll work with you to make sure you know exactly what it’ll cost before you say go. We offer shipping to your home for larger prints.