[Coco] [SPAM] [SPAM] OT: 3D Printers...

[Steve Batson]

I just verified that a local library has some systems with AutoCAD as well as a few 3D printers...I don't know AutoCAD, so I'm not sure I'd play with that...but sounds like I can get some freeware software to use at home. Then I could put my files on a USB stick and take them to the library. At least this way, when I'm ready to experiment, I can learn and see the results without the need to buy a printer until I really want/need one.




On May 5, 2015, at 8:15 AM, Sean <badfrog at gmail.com> wrote:

> Newegg had the da Vinci one on sale a few months back.  I held off because
> the reviews were pretty lackluster, and many of them mention that their
> customer support is very bad.
> 
> On Mon, May 4, 2015 at 10:59 PM, Steve Batson <steve at batsonphotography.com>
> wrote:
> 
>> Thanks Salvador :)
>> 
>> I'm also hearing that some libraries in my area may be getting them that
>> you can get time on paying to cover the material costs. If that is true,
>> I'd probably want to give that a shot first. May be my best option since I
>> don't have a need for one at this time and would be good to learn more
>> about them.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On May 4, 2015, at 7:41 PM, Salvador Garcia <ssalvadorgarcia at netscape.net>
>> wrote:
>> 
>>> I do not have a 3D printer, but do belong to the group called "I want
>> one"
>>> 
>>> 
>>> I have seen 3D printers costing $500, like this one:
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>> http://www.microcenter.com/site/brands/3D_printing.aspx?ekw=3D_Printing&rd=1
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Others easily hit $1000. I am still researching the pros and cons of
>> buying expensive vs economic.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> You can use different types of software to generate files that are
>> compatible with 3D printers. Such programs include Sketchup and Blender,
>> Here is a list of some of the software, both free and commercial:
>>> 
>>> 
>>> http://www.3ders.org/3d-software/3d-software-list.html
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Printer manufacturers include the following:
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Reprap
>>> Makerbot
>>> 
>>> 
>>> There are many more; these are just two that came to mind.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> I would also like to refer you to a Makerspace whose members are into 3D
>> printing and have experience with different types of 3D printers. They are
>> friendly folks and I think any comments that they provide can nicely
>> compliment any comments made here by others who actually have a printer.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Their name is Workshop 88 (http://www.workshop88.com/)
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Their Google Group is here:
>>> https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/workshop88members
>>> 
>>> 
>>> You will need a Google account and will have to log in to access that
>> page. Also the link might take you a their group home page where you'll
>> need to request to join.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> I hope you find this info helpful. Salvador
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Steve Batson <steve at batsonphotography.com>
>>> To: CoCoList for Color Computer Enthusiasts <coco at maltedmedia.com>
>>> Sent: Mon, May 4, 2015 2:30 pm
>>> Subject: [Coco] OT: 3D Printers...
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> After seeing John's work on the CoCoSDC case, I'm starting to consider
>>> buying
>>> one for myself. Not sure exactly how or what I'll use it for, but I
>>> have some
>>> possible ideas. What I'd like to know from John and others using
>>> them
>>> is:
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> What printer do you have? What do you like and not like about
>>> it?
>>> What
>>> are you using it for?
>>> How costly do you find it to
>>> be?
>>> What software are you
>>> using to produce printable files?
>>> I
>>> think as many others here probably feel,
>>> that the market for these and
>>> what they can do is about to explode and I'm
>>> thinking it might be good to
>>> start learning more. I just starting to really look
>>> around, but it would
>>> be nice to hear from those here that have some first hand
>>> experience with
>>> them.
>>> 
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