Solidoodle 2nd Generation 3D Printer
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Solidoodle 3D Printer works with your computer (connection with a USB) to print out small plastic objects in 3D. The technology works nearly identically to the Cubify and the Makerbot Replicator, but at a lower price. The downside? As of print time, there is a 6 to 8 week wait. The printer can create plastic parts up to 6" x 6" x 6" using spools of 1.75 mm ABS plastic filament. There are three price options. The Base Model is $500 without the heated platform, making it less desirable for larger items. The Pro Model $550 has a heated build platform letting you make large objects without warping. The Expert model ($600) includes an outer cover & front acrylic door to give your printer a finished look with clean lines. The printing software accepts 3D files in STL format. The open-source software works with Windows, Mac or Linux. The printer comes assembled, and includes a small roll of starter filament, power supply and USB cable.
$500, Windows, Mac OSX, Lynux
Teaches: a 3D printer