Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: Ref: 3d printer news

I've looked over Reprap and Fabathome several times and while they are fasinating projects I
can't see that they would be able to produce the parts I need w/ the plasters I need to use and deliver
reasonable products. The plaster I intend to use is fast curing yet rather thin when mixed so it would
'stand up' if it was extruded out of a reprap, and I don't believe it could be laid down fast enough before
the material in the hopper would harden and be unusable. The beauty of a bed type printer system
is that the part is supported by the surrounding powder while it harden's. Both systems have their
strong points and I expect that I'll end up building a reprap/fabathome at some point.. but for my
current needs they don't suite. At least thats how I see it. If someone has experiance to the contrary
I'd love to hear of it!

Jarrett

> Don't forget about the RepRap open-source rapid prototyper project.
>
> RepRap Website <http://reprap.org>
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> --- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, H & J Johnson <hjjohnson@...>
> wrote:
> >
> > i I can't speak for others Roger, but I'll be sending you my
> $159, I'm
> sure I'll not
> > be the only one either!
> >
> > Jarrett
> >
> >
> > > Fogassa,
> > > Not near that much but I can see why they charge as much as
> they do.
> > > You will have the updated software this weekend. I'm going to
> try to
> > > put together a web site explaining 3D inkjet printing and how
> to do
> > > it. Sort of a 3D print for dummies. Hopefully I can sell enough
> copies
> > > of the program at $159 to justify the effort.
> > >
> > > I'm converting an HP printer to a flatbed with an Armite, super
> glue,
> > > fishing line and bailing wire. It works but the reliability and
> > > controls need some improvements. Next up is the moving platforms.
> >
>
>
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