CUBE -The 3D printed 3D printer
Description
It is also made on my 3d printed makerbot ( thingiverse.com/thing:3285 )
The printer can easily get taller by adding more z-elements and replacing z lead-screws and wobble arrester bars. I would then end up with almost 800mm build hight.
It wouldn't surprise me if this is the largest printed multi-piece object, as it is built from 15+ lbs of ABS plastic.
Specs
Footprint: 800x560
Build envelope: 500x300x200+
Platform: Heated with 800W, custom ordered, silicone wire wound element.
- Kapton sheet, custom ordered to fit platform (500x300)
Motors: NEMA 23
Extruder: MakerBot Stepstruder® MK6 Plus
Electronics: MakerBot® Generation 4
Interface: PC/Mac or MakerBot® Gen 4 Interface Board Kit v1.1
Motion: all axis uses linear bearings for smooth motion.
Build duration: 8 months
Plastic used: 15+ lbs
Price: 3000$ (approx.)
Video of the printer in action: youtube.com/watch?v=Cx2OUO-aSFQ
Instructions
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Wow! I have come and looked at this for some time now and shown alot of people at my school and it never ceases to amaze me; the time, effort and money spent. If you were a design student this would have made a killer thesis! Too bad the parts have to be so small but it adds to its narrative and awesomeness. Your cupcake is equally astonishing. Again so much time represented. Hats off to you my good man!
Yes, this is adhesive backed film type kapton. A kapton board would probably be a lot lighter than the thick aluminum plate i am currently using, but i don't know how well it would heat up then;)
How is printing on kapton sheet for you? Is that the quarter inch thick stuff or just like the tape only bigger? I was thinking of using it for a printer I'm working on...
Webca you are amazing!! Great work!
This looks similar to the prototype design for the maker wave. This could have all the panels laser cut.
What was the most expensive part(or parts if many were used)?
How many bolts did you use?? :-D
-Tim
So this pretty much has the same aim of the Reprap project? The plastic alone for this must cost about $180 right? Pretty cool though.
No, not really. It was more a personal challenge to see if i could do it:)
The Reprap is a cost-efficient and easy way to get a 3d printer, my project is not.
I cant imagine this machine to catch on as a DIY 3d printer, but if so people should use other materials to reduce build time.
How many build plates do yo think this would take to build itself again?
CUBE printing has started!!! Just 750+ parts to print. I'm loving it. Thanks again Webca. BTW I breaking it down with 3DS Max Design 2012 on the trial version.. I love this program but not for $3,500.00 US Ouch!! I tried Blender but I just could not find a way to break it apart, Oh well..
Jax
To break apart an object, select the vertices you want (the object basically. Tip: Use the 'b' key to select everything in a dragged square) and push 'p' to separate it.
Nice:)
Are you going with the same color scheme? If you encounter any problems with the build, don't hesitate sending me a message ;)
great! And I thought I was impressed by the 3d printed makerbot...thinking you could event top this one makes me scared!
Could you post the printable parts files individually (or as zip) just for the sake of completeness? Maybe somebody is mad enough to print that machine, too! ;-)
Don't be scared, i come in peace;)
I regret not organizing the files during the build, as i couldn't imagine anyone else making this. Now that i am "finished", i lack the motivation required to make the individual pieces ready for printing, as it is probably a full days work.
Maybe if someone else makes this they will send the fil
es to me, so i can add them to this page:)
Just when I was starting to get lazy, I see this. No wonder we haven't seen anything from you in a while.
You sir, are an inspiration! Awesome work.
Wow. That's a hell of a lot of bolts.
I guess you were quite determined not to build that large case out of MDF boards...
It looks like an industry machine. far cry from a hobby version. Dare I say, Iprinter? I think it's a job well done! Can you post a couple of prints?
Wow, so are you going to use this 3d printed printer to make a bugger 3d printed printer? And then use that 3d printed printer to make a bigger 3d printed printer? And use that bigger 3d printed printer to make another bigger 3d printed printer that will print a biggerer 3d printer that will print me a house?
Phew, that gave me a headache!
Kinda looks like a microwave or toaster oven.
I think you should try frying an egg on the heated platform :).
omg, that's... wow
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I don't know if it can fit in the gada-prize but it's always nice to see a 3d printed 3dprinter ;)
Had to flatter this one and to the designer so a double whammy here... This is a printer I really want to print out. I was just getting ready to print out the Cupcake until I seen this one. It has everything I want in a printer and more. PLEASE post or e-mail me the complete STL files.. I have a bunch of plastic wanting to be printed into something worthwhile and this is it..
Jax :-D
Thank you:) Great that you like the design.
I dont have every little piece made as an STL, as i was pretty sure no one would ever make this. If i where you, i would make it out of plexi-glass so it would become unique.
Otherwise you can pick apart the files i have added here, and start printing away;)
If you decide on building one, you can contact me whenever you need any help:)
Jeg mangler ord... Awesome!
I do have one question though, how many nuts and bolts did you use to hold the frame together?
Wauw this is a insane print ;-) nobody will hit the [I made one] button on this one 8-)
Wow! First the 3D printable cupcake, now this. I'm really digging the look for this.
Sweet zombie jebus!!! 15lbs(6kg) is.. yes indeed a lot of plastic in motion/extruded...
Roughly, how much printing material would one need for the "bare necessities" do you think? I am sure that a 'vitamins list' would earn you some karmapoints! :)
I guess there is quite a few areas where the material could be exchanged for something one could "cut" like this: http://forums.reprap.org/read.... (metal)
Wow! This is nothing short of amazing! :) Nice work.
I would suggest that you also provide the 3D file as a STL file. Not all have 3ds Max as a 3D software.
You win 1 internet. Please collect your prize at the nearest phone socket.
This is truly excellent work! You have to use this to build another one . . . . etc. etc.
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Can you post a complete BOM for this? Thanks!