Topic: What FDM should i get if i have $1250 to spend?
looking at getting another 3d printer, im not sure which FDM i should get.
I have around $1250 to spend, what do you guys recommend?
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Re: What FDM should i get if i have $1250 to spend?
Do you have time to build your own?
SD2 Sanguinololu 1.3a atmega1284p, wood platform, lawsy's carriages, braided fishing line, pallet wood overhead spool mount, carboard/magnet enclosure, glass bed, E3D v6, bed levelling knobs, extended z-stop, 25A DC-DC SSR for bed heater, everything fixed to the SD2 frame, marlin firmware with some adjustments and extra failsafes enabled. I'll never give up on you, little printer that could(n't)!
Re: What FDM should i get if i have $1250 to spend?
If time and expertise to build your own, and you have that much, build a Volcanus Corexy http://www.instructables.com/id/Vulcanu … -3D-Print/
With a printer that size you'll need the left-over money to buy lots of filament 
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I'm not sure what's worth getting prebuilt. $1250 is the mid-low end of the quality spectrum in that case.
Top 3 on toms guides: http://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-3d-pri … -2236.html
SD2 Sanguinololu 1.3a atmega1284p, wood platform, lawsy's carriages, braided fishing line, pallet wood overhead spool mount, carboard/magnet enclosure, glass bed, E3D v6, bed levelling knobs, extended z-stop, 25A DC-DC SSR for bed heater, everything fixed to the SD2 frame, marlin firmware with some adjustments and extra failsafes enabled. I'll never give up on you, little printer that could(n't)!
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Have you googled it? Several sites offer top ten stuff, pros and cons.
http://3dforged.com/best-3d-printers/
http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/
http://3dprinter-reviews.com/videos/3d- … nder-1500/
Robox printer, HICTOP (Prusa i3 variant) Model 3DP17 printer, ELEK 2.5W laser engraver, AutoDesk 123D Design, Windows 10
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Re: What FDM should i get if i have $1250 to spend?
yeah i googled for days for 3d printers, just can't figure out which to buy.
most likely i will get a fully assembled printer this time.
thanks for the links guys
Re: What FDM should i get if i have $1250 to spend?
or buy 3 low cost ones that way more production, less down time plus spare parts for down the road;^)
Solidoodle 2 with Deluxe kit cover & glass bed with heater. and 2nd board SD2 used not 3rd and alum platform not installed yet still wood. also need cooling fan installed to board. use Repetier Host couple vers. Slic3r also have all free ware STL programs
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Check this: http://www.dynamism.com/c/3d-printers/robox
$1499 but sure sounds good. I'd say if it does what they claim, it's worth every penny. But that's just me.
Robox printer, HICTOP (Prusa i3 variant) Model 3DP17 printer, ELEK 2.5W laser engraver, AutoDesk 123D Design, Windows 10
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Re: What FDM should i get if i have $1250 to spend?
Heartlander wrote:
Check this: http://www.dynamism.com/c/3d-printers/robox
$1499 but sure sounds good. I'd say if it does what they claim, it's worth every penny. But that's just me.
looks pretty good
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the problem I have with the Robox is that it is a proprietary system - you are tied to using their stuff - filament, software, etc.
Not something I am willing to do. What happens if they were to go under? (like so many others)
it wouldnt really matter to me, personally, so much, as I am not afraid to rip it apart and mod to suit my needs - but that is not an option for a lot of people
SD4 #1 & #2 - Lawsy carriages, E3D v6, Rumba controller board, mirror bed plate, X motor fan, upgraded PSU & Mica bed heater
SD4 #3 - in the works ~ Folgertech FT-5, rev 1
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SD4 #3 - in the works ~ Folgertech FT-5, rev 1
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Re: What FDM should i get if i have $1250 to spend?
Their software is integrated, true. But you have your choice of using their Smart Reels (or whatever they call them) that tell the printer what material, heat, speed etc. to configure for automatically or use any, I guess Dumb, Reels of filament you want.
It also has a 2-yr warranty, so hey.
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Re: What FDM should i get if i have $1250 to spend?
TheNeck wrote:
looking at getting another 3d printer, im not sure which FDM i should get.
I have around $1250 to spend, what do you guys recommend?
This summary is pretty good;
http://3dforged.com/best-3d-printers/
The Flashforge Creator Pro and QIDI Tech 1 dual extruder printers are well rated and reviewed.
Priced at $1099 and $799.
Metal frame so better than some cheaper versions that are plywood.