DCP Fabrication Lab
Excellence in all
aspects of
digital fabrication
We welcome prototyping, experimentation, personal projects and everything in between.
Jonathan and Melanie Antevy Hall, Room 2223
1480 Inner Road
Gainesville, FL 32611
DCP FabLab offers a large selection of materials for your projects
Services & Rates
*Please read. Prior to dropping material off for CNC/Laser cut, you must submit
a file for review, approve the job quote and schedule a drop off date/time with us.
| UF DCP + CotA | UF | UF Lab | Non-UF | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FFF PLA | $0.20/gram | $0.25/gram | $0.30/gram | $0.50/gram |
| Markforged Onyx | $0.35/cm3 | $0.45/cm3 | $0.72/cm3 | $0.90/cm3 |
| Markforged Fiber | $3.85/cm3 | $4.05/cm3 | $4.40/cm3 | $4.75/cm3 |
| Formlabs Standard Resin | $0.55/mL | $1.00/mL | $1.85/mL | $3.35/mL |
| Formlabs Specialty Resin | $0.85/mL | $1.50/mL | $2.00/mL | $5.00/mL |
| Metal X | Metal printing requires all 4 steps below for each part. | |||
| Metal | $1.10/cm3 | $1.45/cm3 | $1.85/cm3 | $2.20/cm3 |
| Ceramic release | $0.70/cm3 | $0.80/cm3 | $0.90/cm3 | $1.00/cm3 |
| Wash | $4.05/part | $4.05/part | $4.05/part | $4.05/part |
| Sinter | $0.40/cm2 | $0.40/cm2 | $0.40/cm2 | $0.40/cm2 |
20-minute minimum.
| UF DCP + CotA | UF | UF Lab | Non-UF | |
| Laser Cutting | $0.75/min | $0.92/min | $1.75/min | $2.33/min |
20-minute minimum.
| UF DCP + CotA | UF | UF Lab | Non-UF | |
| CNC Routing | $0.92/min | $1.08/min | $1.75/min | $2.33/min |
| Sheet Disposal (per sheet) | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 |
Machines
FFF PLA
Uses a heated extruder to deposit a bio-plastic layer by layer to construct a 3-dimensional part. PLA is relatively brittle and has low heat resistance. The cheapest 3D printing option we offer.
Build Volume: 250 x 220 x 270 mm (9.84 x 8.66 x 10.63 in)
Build Volume: 223 x 223 x 305 mm (8.77 x 8.77 x 12.00 in)
Build Volume: 215 x 215 x 200 mm (8.46 x 8.46 x 7.87 in)
FFF Carbon Fiber Nylon
Uses a heated extruder to deposit nylon material with chopped carbon fiber mixed into it. Produces a tougher material than PLA but may creep under sustained load. Can also inlay continuous carbon fiber or fiberglass into the material to improve strength and stiffness.
Build Volume: 320 x 132 x 154 mm (12.60 x 5.20 x 6.06 in)
Resin (SLA)
Uses UV light to cure a photosensitive resin layer by layer to build up a part. Produces parts with excellent detail and surface finish. Standard resins are relatively brittle, but there are a variety of specialty resins available.
Build Volume: 145 x 145 x 175 mm (5.70 x 5.70 x 6.89 in)
Build Volume: 200 x 125 x 210 mm (7.87 x 4.92 x 8.27 in)
Metal
Uses a heated extruder to deposit a waxy material filled with metal (stainless steel) powder layer by layer. The part is then washed in a chemical bath to remove the wax and sintered, which produces a full metal part
Build Volume: 300 x 220 x 180 mm (11.81 x 8.66 x 7.09 in)
CO2 Laser Cutters
Uses a glass tube CO2 laser source to produce an infrared laser that effectively cuts and engraves wood, acrylic, leather, paper, and more. Can cut material up to 1/4-3/8 inches thick. Can mark metal using special paint. Rotary attachment for engraving cylindrical items available upon request.
Working Area: 813 x 508 mm (32.00 x 20.00 in)
Laser Power: 80 W, 120 W
Working Area: 1245 x 710 mm (49.02 x 27.95 in)
Laser Power: 120 W
Max Object Thickness: 95 mm (3.74 in)
CNC Router
Uses a spinning bit to remove material. Cuts interior grade plywood, plexiglass, polycarbonate, foam, and more. CANNOT CUT MDF. Can cut 2D profiles, as well as “2.5D” contours. Cannot cut undercuts.
Working Area: 1220 x 2440 mm (48 x 96 in)
Maximum working height depends on installed bit
Gallery
Our laser engraver/cutters can be used to create stunning awards, models and artworks using real glass, acrylic, wood, stamp rubber, leather and paper products. We can fabricate items for you in house with exceptional turn-around times. University of Florida student, faculty and staff may be trained to run these machines as well!
Contact Us
Jonathan and Melanie Antevy Hall, Room 2223
1480 Inner Road
Gainesville, FL 32611