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We | We want to use our [[Type_A_Machine|Type A Machine]] 3D printer to print a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RepRap_Project RepRap]. | ||
== Steps To Do == | == Steps To Do == | ||
Understand the many choices - different models, designs, iterations. | Understand the many choices - different models, designs, iterations. | ||
# Dream big! Find a very large frame and make a huge reprap like Noisebridge did recently. It doesn't have to be laser-cut or water-etched. It just needs some reasonably rigid 90 degree angles ... | |||
# Print plastic parts | # Print plastic parts | ||
#* | #* start with raw scad - create a compile script like the [https://github.com/sudoroom/magnets magnets] have | ||
#* consider the [http://reprap.org/wiki/Mendel90 Mendel 90], or its [http://hydraraptor.blogspot.fr/2013/10/mendel90-design-improvements.html improved] version | |||
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# Find cheap sources of: | # Find cheap sources of: | ||
#* NEMA 17 Stepper motors ([http://www.adafruit.com/products/324 Adafruit]) | #* NEMA 17 Stepper motors ([http://www.adafruit.com/products/324 Adafruit]) | ||
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We already have: | We already have: | ||
* Glass beds | * Glass beds | ||