Category:Vitamin

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Vitamin?

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In RepRap jargon, a vitamin (also called an "imported part" or "non-printed part") is anything that you need to make a RepRap, which a RepRap cannot itself make.

Currently, This list includes the following:

  • Threaded Rod for structure
  • Electronics - ICs, components, PCBs, wires, Motors
  • Fasteners
  • Platforms

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RepRap machines are intended to evolve to the point at which they will be able to make a great majority of their own parts. However, there are a few parts which it won't be able to make... at least for now.

Simple List of Non-Printed Parts

  • Grease
  • Standard electronic chips such as microcontrollers and optical sensors
  • Standard electrical wiring, USB connectors, etc.
  • Motors (Stepper, Servo, and DC alike)
  • Power Supply
  • Bolts -- though these can be reduced in count with design accomodations.
  • Ø8 mm steel rods

Beyond that, all of the structural and mechanical parts should eventually be printable with FDM Rapid Prototyping technology. Except perhaps the hand that assembles it... for now anyway.