26 Reply by ggunners (edited by ggunners 2017-05-25 13:01:49)

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Re: First 3D printer, please help to choose :)

I do not recommend any 3D printers. None are really plug and play.

Unlike others, I like the DaVinci machines because of their filament, but I hate their software. With DaVinci, I recommend Simplify3D software. Yes it is pricey, but with DaVinci and other printers, totally worth the cost. I have serial #1 for the DaVinci but that was after a SD2+. And, I tried some kits like QU-BD that were terrible. After fighting that one for a long time, it will become a laser cutter/engraver next.

My SD2+ is awaiting some repairs, usage only, still has the acrylic extruder. My DaVinci 1.0 continues to print well. I purchased a replacement bed, but have yet to install it. Both the SD2+ bed and DaVinci are a bit warped, I just understand the problems and position prints where they print best. Yes, you could take them both apart and flatten the beds, but they may go back to being warped again after remounting.

Both printers have jammed because of filament spool feed problems. Just be aware feed problems happen. Thankfully, no issues except wasted time.

I have an E3D waiting for an SD2+ upgrade. Will go with Lawsy carriages when that happens and probably print them on the DaVinci.

For all printing in 3D, your mileage may vary, sometimes depending on your knowledge and skills.

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Re: First 3D printer, please help to choose :)

ggunners, do you use the simplify 3d software to output the file to the printer directly? like you I like the printer and filament, but their software is a bit simplistic at times.

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Re: First 3D printer, please help to choose :)

So I got my duplicator today!!!
Thank you all for advising what to do first. I knew strait away how to assemble it smile
Printer it self looks good, solid. Not some acrylic staff wink)
However found that power switch doesn't work, first 2 clicks was ok. I could switch it off how ever now it only can be switch off by unplugging.  Don't know what should do try to repair myself or return...
Took me 1.5hr to level it, real pain in the back side... But managed it. Done masking type and some glue stick. Now printing what ever was on sd card. Will post photos when printing will be done.

In general very happy with printer THANK YOU again!!! Just that switch bothering me....

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http://soliforum.com/i/?f3DZeE6.jpg
http://soliforum.com/i/?R19fDHO.jpg
http://soliforum.com/i/?O2uvkZ0.jpg

Im really happy with the print!

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Nice start conrats!!

Soliddoodle 4 stock w glass bed------Folger Tech Prusa 2020 upgraded to and titan /aero extruder mirror bed
FT5 with titan/ E3D Aero------MP mini select w glass bed
MP Utimate maker pro-W bondtech extruder
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Hi it me back again smile
Im not sure if i should start new topic , so i just write here.

I had managed to print amazing prints with PLA, and everything looked super
However i got myself  ABS filament and trouble started...
I not sure it cheap filament or i should increase bed temperature.
First i was using masking type and glue which worked amazing on PLA.
However with heated bed more that 80 masking type doesnt hold and first layers dont stick, so i  took it off and printed on bed itself first layers got stuck. And printed however its looks like corners  got cut. Im not sure if it bed temperature or leveling a bit stuck for few days now .
Please advise smile
Ps I'm getting glass bed now
http://soliforum.com/i/?aImJZoY.jpg
http://soliforum.com/i/?H7Ya55A.jpg
http://soliforum.com/i/?pC1YPtc.jpg

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ABS must be printed inside an enclosed printer so the temps stay constant and the temps in the print itself stay uniform. You will need to put the printer in an enclosure or cover all the openings on it in order to use ABS. Also I would suggest using a light coat of hairspray on very clean glass to help with adhesion. You can also use ABS slurry which is just some scrap pieces of ABS dissolved in acetone. Spread a thin coat on your bed and let it dry. The issue is this stuff sticks too well and may give you issues removing the part.

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I find the ABS slurry in a very thin coat gives a super smooth surface, a razor blade or craft knife blade under an edge usually gets it to release, - that or use a very small amount of slurry on a clean glass bed. i find a small drop about the size of a smallish coin spread thinly using a putty knife (scraper) works very well and separates easily.

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My glass bed should arrive today, bought some cheap hair spray. Need to order acetone.
After yesterday few fails I'm starting slowly giving up on ABS yikes

Lads Thank you again

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zion2285 wrote:

My glass bed should arrive today, bought some cheap hair spray. Need to order acetone.
After yesterday few fails I'm starting slowly giving up on ABS yikes

Lads Thank you again

If you have a home depot, Lowes, or even a walmart around you, you can get Acetone in their paint department.

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Anycubic Predator, massive Delta machine. 450 x 370 print envelope.

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carl_m1968 wrote:

If you have a home depot, Lowes, or even a walmart around you, you can get Acetone in their paint department.

Will 100% acetone nail polish remove will do a job?

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zion2285 wrote:
carl_m1968 wrote:

If you have a home depot, Lowes, or even a walmart around you, you can get Acetone in their paint department.

Will 100% acetone nail polish remove will do a job?

No it has other stuff in it like moisturizers and stuff as it will dry the nails out otherwise.

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Re: First 3D printer, please help to choose :)

here is a combo unit: 3d printer + laser engraver and laser cutter.

you may like it: http://endurancelasers.com/laser-engrav … rs/wanhao/

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Endurance Wanhao combo