3D Printers:RepRap Prusa
RepRap Prusa Mendel
Note: Not currently set up
Unallocated Space has acquired the parts to start building a 3D printer called a RepRap Prusa Mendel.
This bot will be a valuable addition to the space and can be used as a source of custom one off parts as well as fun odds and ends.
The 3D printing initiative will be headed up by Hexjunkie, please see him if you have any questions.
List of parts to purchase
Purchased Parts with Links
Prusa Mendel Hardware Kit: [1] Prusa Mendel Printed Parts: [2] RAMPS DIY Kit: [3] Heated Print Bed: [4] Plastruder: [5] Hobbled Bolt: [6] NEMA17 Stepper Motors: [7]
Cost of 3DPrinter
- Printed Parts = $50
- PRUSA PCB Heated Bed from UltiMachine $55.00 + $8.68 Shipping = Total $63.68
- Hardware Kit and Stepper Motors from A2APrinter $115.63 + $88.95 + $49.42 Shipping = $253.99
- RAMPS DIY Kit was purchased by a member of the space, I will update when I have real numbers
- Prusa Stepper Plastruder from MakerGear $170.00 + $7.48 Shipping = Total $177.48
- Hobbled Bolt from LulzBot $7.00 + $5.60 Shipping = Total $12.60
Total for all parts including shipping: $557.75 + RAMPS DIY Kit
Assembly
Why re-invent the wheel, RepRap offers a beautiful instruction page.
Please check [8]for instructions.