University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Flashforge Finder

Print cool stuff using our 3D printers! Great for rapid prototyping ideas into tangible objects. These printers are a bit older to our lab; they don’t have as much fine detail as our Enders, but can print a little bit faster because of it. We recommend adding a raft for these prints.

Setting up a computer lab appointment before your 3D printing appointment is recommended as it gives lab staff a chance to take a look at the viability of your file before attempting slicing and printing.  

Cost of a 3D print is measured by the amount of plastic used in the build (weight in grams). Weight, cost, and time estimates can be determined by the slicing software before starting a print.

3D Model File Type: .STL

Slicing Software: FlashPrint

Print File Type: .GCODE

Max Print Volume: 5.5 x 5.5 x 5.5 inches

Print Material: PLA*

  • 3D prints done on the Flashforge Finders will only be done in PLA plastic. At this time, we do not offer alternative plastic types for printing.
  • For the longevity and maintenance of our machines, we do not allow visitors to the lab to bring in their own filament for use in the printer.
Starting May 12th

Summer Open Hours

With the end of the semester fast approaching, we’ll be switching over to our summer open hours starting May 12th.

SPRING OPEN HOURS (until 5/12):
Sundays: 1-6PM
Mon-Thurs: 5-9PM

SUMMER OPEN HOURS (after 5/12):
Sundays only: 1-6PM