Trying to find the most up-to-date BOM MendelMax 1.5

Hey folks,

I'm a RepRap and 3D printer newbie, but have been doing lots of research before I purchase my first 3d printer. I've decided on the MendelMax 1.5 platform for the large build volume capability, structural rigidity, and ease of assembly. I've considered going the kit-route, but would like to see how much a unit would cost if I do a bit more legwork to source the parts myself. That said, I've come across several BOMs, but before I start pulling the trigger on parts, I'd really appreciate it if someone would give it a quick look.

The BOM that I've found most useful is the following on KitBOM. It is nice because there are suggested vendors with links for pretty much everything:
[kitbom.com]

Another is here:
[docs.google.com]

Can anyone provide a bit of guidance?

Thanks!

I'm in a the same boat as you. Actually, a slightly different boat - I'm waivering between MendelMax 1.5 and 2.0.

At anyrate, I think the Google BOM you link to is more 'official' than the kitBOM BOM.

hi,

I build mine from different bom, and for some part like the Y axis, i did use Igus bearing, so, I have to design some parts that I print. Fortunately, I have a printer to do that.
The BOM help you start, then you take your own way if you can.
Anyway, both bom you mention will make a working machine.
The common things for all mendelmax are the extrusion with t-nuts and 10 mm M5. After you choose what you want, Thinginverse is full of things for this machine.

Hope it help.