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Originally Posted by Diode Dynamics
We have a 3D printer, it's a MakerBot (not sure on all the details)
Amazingly, you can actually buy one at Sam's or Costco now for around $1000 or so IIRC
We've developed numerous prototypes with it, including these OEM-fitting dust caps for the Hyundai Genesis Coupe:
Nick C. |
Just to make it clear to everyone, the parts in this picture were NOT make with a MakerBot 3D printer. The parts pictured appear to have been injection molded. Nick was just saying the prototypes (not pictured here) were made with a 3D printer.
The MakerBot's, along with most other entry-level 3D printers are FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) machines. Basically they melt plastic filament (comes on a roll like weed whacker string) and construct the part by building up layers that fuse together. FDM parts are good as prototypes, or in situations where fit/finish/strength are not critical.
There are many other 3D printing technologies available, but some are quite expensive, both for the machines and materials.
I just wanted to clarify Nick's post to make sure someone didn't buy a MakerBot expecting to get parts that look like what's pictured here.
Here's a basic overview of the technologies available for 3D printing:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/3D_printing
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