Bonsai RepStrap

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The Bonsai Repstrap

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Mendel-inspired 3D printer
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The Bonsai Repstrap is a development by by Peter "Sci" Turpin. It aims to be a small, lightweight 3D printer that can be used for making the parts for larger full repraps.

A recent attempt to make the basic structure easier to ship without having to outright dismantle it may mean the Bonsai can be repeatedly folded up easily. While not the original goal of the project, this may have the added bonus of making the first readily portable 3D printer.

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Simplified Mendel-type frame design
Geared low-power motors
Wire belts
Studding sheathed in tubing to dual-purpose as runners for print bed
Bordon-cable filament feed

Have enough surplus stepper motors to make approximately 500 machines, if the design works out.
Aiming to make and sell for aprox £150-200.

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