3D Print Model License User Agreement
Introduction
We provide our of models as .stl files so you can make your own 3D prints. The 3D Print Model License User Agreement defines the conditions under which those models are provided.
Below you'll find:
  • the complete text of the license agreement
  • a Q & A that illustrates the spirit of the agreement and shows what's allowed and what's not with a number of typical questions
3D Print Model User License Agreement
4DBrix LLC, Nokomis, FL-34275, USA (hereinafter "4DBrix") is willing to let you (hereinafter "User") use its 3D print models (hereinafter "Models") only upon the condition that you accept all of the terms contained in this 3D print model user license agreement (hereinafter "User Agreement").
Section 1 – SCOPE
The Models are licensed, not sold or given. 4DBrix retains full ownership of the Models, and no rights are granted to you other than a license to use the Models on the terms expressly set forth in this User Agreement.
Section 2 – GRAND OF LICENSE
4DBrix hereby grants you, the User, a non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-renewable, limited license to use the Models subject to the following terms:

Personal – Non-Commercial Use
4DBrix allows personal, non-commercial use of the Models under the following conditions:
  1. The User is allowed to making 3D prints of the Models for personal use on the User's own 3D printer. There are no limits on the number of prints that are allowed to be made.
  2. The User is allowed to make 3D prints, for personal use, through third party 3D print services as long as the Models are not available to other users of the third party print service. If the Models are available to other users, it is no longer considered personal use and the term and conditions for commercial use apply.
  3. The User is allowed to modify the Models or derive new models based on the Models for personal use only. The User does not have the permission to distribute model derived from our Models without our prior written approval.
  4. The User may not distribute the Models in any form, including but not limited too, download link of website, email or social media. The User can distribute links to the download pages of the Models on the 4DBrix website (www.4dbrix.com).

Commercial Use
4DBrix allows commercial use of the Models under the following conditions:
  1. The User is only allowed to use the Models, or any other model, product or work derived from, based on or inspired by the Models, if the User has prior written permission from 4DBrix to do so.
  2. Granting permission for commercial use of the Models, or any other model, product or work derived from, based on or inspired by the Models, is the sole discretion of 4DBrix.
  3. The activities based on the Models of a commercial User shall be limited to selling physical 3D prints of the Models. This license does not grand the User the right to develop any kind activity based on the digital form of the Models, including but not limited to, selling the digital files of the Models, licensing the Models or distribution of the Models in any other form than physical 3D prints. The same restriction apply to any models derived or based on our Models
  4. The User agrees and acknowledges that, at any moment, 4DBrix is entitled to modify or terminate the right to commercial use of the Models, or any other model, product or work derived from, based on or inspired by the Models, at its sole discretion and without prior warning to User.
  5. The User agrees and acknowledges that 4DBrix does not have any liability for the consequences of modifying or terminating the right to commercial use of the Models, or any other model, product or work derived from, based on or inspired by the Models. This shall include, but not be limited to damages for loss of profits, business interruption, business reputation or goodwill or other intangible losses.
  6. The User is not allowed, under no circumstances, to remove or alter the 4DBrix brand name of the Models. The User may also not add another brand name, logo or any other type of feature that creates the impression of a brand name or logo.
  7. The User will sell the 3D printed copies of the models through a 4DBrix™ Marketplace store. Selling copies of the models through other channels requires prior written permission of 4DBrix. There is a 3% commission on all sales.
Section 3 – DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
  1. Unless otherwise separately undertaken by 4DBrix, to the extent possible, 4DBrix offers the Models as-is and as-available, and makes no representations or warranties of any kind concerning the Models, whether express, implied, statutory, or other. This includes, without limitation, warranties of title, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, absence of latent or other defects, accuracy, or the presence or absence of errors, whether or not known or discoverable.
  2. To the extent possible, in no event will 4DBrix be liable to the User on any legal theory (including, without limitation, negligence) or otherwise for any direct, special, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, exemplary, or other losses, costs, expenses, or damages arising out of this agreement or use of the Models, even if 4DBrix has been advised of the possibility of such losses, costs, expenses, or damages.
  3. The disclaimer of warranties and limitation of liability provided above shall be interpreted in a manner that, to the extent possible, most closely approximates an absolute disclaimer and waiver of all liability.
Section 4 – OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS
  1. 4DBrix shall not be bound by any additional or different terms or conditions communicated by the User unless expressly agreed.
  2. Any arrangements, understandings, or agreements regarding the Models not stated herein are separate from and independent of the terms and conditions of this User Agreement.
Section 5 – INTERPRETATION
  1. For the avoidance of doubt, this User Agreement does not, and shall not be interpreted to, reduce, limit, restrict, or impose conditions on any use of the Models that could lawfully be made without permission under this User Agreement.
  2. To the extent possible, if any provision of this User Agreement is deemed unenforceable, it shall be automatically reformed to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable. If the provision cannot be reformed, it shall be severed from this User Agreement without affecting the enforceability of the remaining terms and conditions.
  3. No term or condition of this User Agreement will be waived and no failure to comply consented to unless expressly agreed to by 4DBrix.
  4. Nothing in this User Agreement constitutes or may be interpreted as a limitation upon, or waiver of, any privileges and immunities that apply to 4DBrix or User, including from the legal processes of any jurisdiction or authority.
Section 6 – TERMINATION
This license and your right to use the Models shall terminate automatically if you fail to comply with the provisions of this Agreement. No notice shall be required from 4DBRIX to effectuate such termination. Upon termination you shall be obligated to destroy all copies of the Models. The warranty disclaimer provisions and the exclusion of liability and damages provisions of Section 3 and terms and conditions of Sections 4 and 5 survive any termination of this Agreement.
Section 7 – CHANGE IN TERMS
4DBrix reserves the right to modify the terms and conditions of this User Agreement from time to time at its sole discretion and without any notice. Changes to the terms and conditions become effective on the date they are posted and the User's continued use of the Models after any changes to User Agreement will signify the User's agreement to be bound by them.
Section 8 – ENTIRE AGREEMENT
The you, the User, acknowledge that you have read this agreement, understand it and agree to be bound by its terms and conditions. You further agree that it is the complete and exclusive statement of the agreement between us which supersedes any proposal or prior agreement, oral or written, and any other communications between us relating to the subject matter of this agreement.
Q & A
Can I print the tracks on my home 3D printer and in my layout?
Yes, you can. You can print as many as you need.
Can our LUG, or a member of our LUG, buy a 3D printer and print tracks for LUG members?
Yes, as long as those tracks are used in LUG or personal layouts. The LUG / LUG members cannot sell the tracks unless they have our written permission, see commercial use.
Can our LUG, or a member of our LUG, be compensated for the printing costs?
Yes, as long as the compensation is to cover the production costs (cost of the printer, material, electricity, etc.) Selling the tracks with profit is commercial use and requires our permission
Can I print tracks for a friend?
Yes. The same rules as those for LUG/LUG members explained above apply.
Can I print tracks and sell them with profit?
If you ask us first and get our written permission, you can. In fact, we encourage 3D print fans to start printing and selling our tracks to the AFOL community.
Are there any licensing costs involved to print the tracks?
No, we provide the models free of charge. If you’re grateful that we provide them or you want to support this project you can give us a donation.
If I sell prints of these tracks, do I need to pay a commission?
Yes, there is a 3% commission on all sales. For this you get a 4DBrix™ membership so you have access to all models and you get a marketplace store on our website so sell your products. There are no other fees.
Why do I need permission to sell the tracks?
Because we want to prevent abuse:
  • We’re looking for enthusiasts to provide prints to their local/the AFOL community. We will not allow our models to be used in a way that we believe in not beneficial to our community, or by entities that have harmed the community in the past.
  • We want to protect the consumers from makers that provide sub-quality prints or any other form incorrect customer service. You can find a list of approved resellers on our website.
Can I remove the 4DBrix brand name from the model?
If you sell the tracks, you cannot remove the 4DBrix brand name. If you print the tracks for personal use, you can, but we would appreciate if you don’t.
Can I email the model to a friend?
No, you cannot, but you can send the download link to your friend. This project is partially funded by the web traffic generated with the website. Distributing our models reduces the traffic to our web site and undermines the viability of this project. So if you want to share our models, please provide a link to the corresponding download page on or website.