User:DanielStein
Contents
Introduction
In my Freshman year of college at Drexel University I almost built and modified a 3d Printer kit for Freshman design, however I got talked out of it. So that summer i decided to take the plunge and design, source, and machine everything for my own 3d Printer. Here is what I have accomplished so far. Special Thanks to Diken Machine Inc. for teaching me how to machine, letting me use their machines and helping with the cost of metal.
Current State
Frame
After much deliberation about what kind of frame to use to build a 3d printer i came up with my own. I choose to use aluminum angle and rectangle bar to minimize cost, pieces, and fasteners needed. I looked into many different types of frames from 80/20 to kits that contain hundreds of pieces for the base. A good foundation is key.
Electronics
Ramps
Firmware
Marlin
Extruder
Hot end
J Head
Cold end
Wades Geared Extruder
Interface Software
Printrun
Slicing Software
Slic3r