Centralized Cost Information
The eHUB at UBC’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering provides 3D printing, laser cutting, and design, fabrication and training services for ECE course work, Capstone/NVD projects, Engineering Design Teams and research. Waterjet cutting and other machining work are handled by the ECE Machine Shop.
| Service | Undergraduate (ECE course work) | Capstone & NVD (per team) | Research |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3D Printing (FDM, PLA) | See your ECE course support page | $25 flat fee per submission | $10 per build plate + one-time $25 setup fee |
| Laser Cutting (Clear acrylic) | From $25 per letter-sized sheet | From $50 per letter-sized sheet | |
| Design for Manufacturing & CAD/CAM Remediation | $50/hour | ||
| Waterjet Cutting (ECE Machine Shop) | From $30. Request a quote through the Shop Request form | ||
How to request
- 3D printing: use the 3D Printing request form.
- Laser cutting: use the Laser Cutting request form.
- Waterjet cutting and other machine shop work: use the Shop Request form.
- Other Inquires: email 3d@ece.ubc.ca with a short description of what you need.
Notes
- Undergraduate costs and any exemptions depend on your course. Check your course support page or ask your instructor.
- Personal projects are not accepted.
- 3D printing cost includes material consumed (support, raft).
- Capstone, Design Team and research work is charged to an authorized account (WorkTag/SpeedChart).
- Laser cutting price is based on the total DXF layout area in letter-sized sheets (e.g., 2 letter-sized sheets = 2× the base price).