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Re: Replacement build plate

null@example.com (Tin Falcon) — Sat, 16 May 2015 17:23:45 +0000

I have been using window glass from the local harware store since I purchased my printer, about 10 months . IIRC it cost $3.00
http://www.mcmaster.com/#glass-stock/=x7hnrp has borosilicate glass for about $25 for a 8 x 8 piece. choice of 1/8, 3/16, 1/4 for that price . Other sizes and thickness available.
I print with PLA and and use aqua net hair spray.

Re: Replacement build plate

null@example.com (jagowilson) — Sat, 16 May 2015 16:12:02 +0000

With proper calibration and patience that doesn't happen.

Re: Replacement build plate

null@example.com (TheBaron) — Sat, 16 May 2015 16:07:35 +0000

If you REALLY wanted to be fancy, you could get some oven glass. It's more expensive, but tougher. I have heard of one or two people accidentally pulling chips off of the cheaper plate glass when taking parts off the table.

Re: Replacement build plate

null@example.com (madfalcon81) — Sat, 16 May 2015 15:49:38 +0000

...at an enormous 45 cents per plate

Re: Replacement build plate

null@example.com (jagowilson) — Fri, 15 May 2015 01:07:18 +0000

Orrrrr go to the hardware store (any hardware store) and get some glass cut.

Replacement build plate

null@example.com (pshcims) — Thu, 14 May 2015 23:27:25 +0000

I am concerned that I will eventually break my glass plate. Would the replacements for the SD4 work fine with the Press? They are 8x8 whereas the Press plate is longer, but I don't think it actually needs glass at the very back.

http://www.solidoodle.com/parts/parts-S … uild-plate