I sold mine. It was a very large Stratsys system. They are slow. Normally the whole thing is heated.
ABS is very common. But no matter what, it will not be as strong as a molded piece. They are good for a proof of concept thing. A few times I used them as a pattern for cast metal parts. Or as a physical somewhat working protytpe to check a design before I had a hard mold made for injection molding. I think I would spend as little as possible if I was going to get one to just play around with. Makerbot is pretty cheap I think. I believe Walmart sells one. From: Matt Sent: Monday, April 04, 2016 9:33 AM To: af@afmug.com Subject: [AFMUG] OT: 3D Printer Anyone here using a 3D printer? Looking to get one to play with. Any recommendations? Would like to get a stand alone one so the PC does not have to run for whole print. Heard ABS plastic requires a heated platter? Heard ABS prints are more durable and heat resistant?
