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Looking to get a 3d printer, need suggestions

Posted by slackcub 
Looking to get a 3d printer, need suggestions
November 29, 2014 06:12PM
I'm looking to build a reprap, but need some input first. I was looking at the reprap pro mono Mendel as I like the ability to add on a couple heads once I get everything up and running.

On the specs for the Mendel, I believe I'm reading it correctly to have a 0.5 mm hot end tip. Is that correct? Has anyone had any experience with putting a smaller one on there?

Also, while this will be my first 3d printer of my own, a very good friend of mine has a printrbot simple, and I've had many hours with him working with it, including a rebuild and subsequent calibration. Is there a better printer I should be looking at? Ultimately while I'd like the highest quality prints possible, I'm more concerned about a balance between quality, speed, and ease of use.

Thanks,
David

Edit: fixed some auto correct problems

Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/29/2014 09:28PM by slackcub.
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