New 3D Printing Tech by Herr Sanladerer

Bead Sprite 3D Printer

I think this ingenious machine qualifies as 3d Printer :-)

Prusa MINI is here!

Prusa MINI homepage:

https://blog.prusaprinters.org/original-prusa-mini-is-here-smart-and-compact-3d-printer/


More detailed presentation video with Herr Thomas:

Gigabot X Pellet 3D Printer

BareXY - New Open Source CoreXY Based 3D Printer

BareXY in action:



BareXY homepage: https://www.bare3d.us/

Mulbot - Open Source 3D Printable 3D Printer :-)

Mulbot Thingiverse page with all the files: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3432384

RepRap WHEELIOS by Nicholas Seward

Wheelios is interesting RepRap design by Nicholas Seward. It  is a wheeled 3d printer that can theoreticaly print in infinite plane as it moves.




Sure, it is a prototype and a concept, but the idea behind it can be developed further in the future and find some applications.

Small Wood Frame DIY 3D Printer by Creativity Buzz

Creativity Buzz YT channel published a build video featuring a small wood framed 3d printer design powered by Arduino. Looks interesting. Anyone knows the model or more about this design?

Infinite Print Volume RepRap HELIOS by Nicholas Seward

Oasis 3DP Open Source Powder and Inkjet DIY 3D Printer

Ytec3D developed an open sourced powder DIY 3d printer based on inkjet cartridges.

Project description:

Oasis is a powder and inkjet 3D printer (3DP) that uses older inkjet technology to print an object. HP45 inkjet printheads jetting binder are used to bind powder locally. This part can then be cleaned and treated to create an 3D object.
3DP can print in several materials to get several results: 

• Gypsum: For full color parts if printed with a color. Infiltrated with CA afterwards; 
• Sand: For sandcasting moulds; 
• Sugar: For edible prints; 
• Ceramics: For printing stoneware. Parts need to be fired afterward;
• Metals: With a lot of post processing; 

Oasis (and my other 3DP printers as well) were developed to add powder and inkjet 3D printing to the list of open source 3D printers.
Oasis is not a finished printer, rather a working prototype. Software and hardware may have quirks. 

• Build size: Ø84mm x 100mm;
• Printhead: HP45;
• Printhead DPI: 600;
• Printhead swatch size: 300 nozzles, 0.5" (12.7mm)

Project homepage:

https://hackaday.io/project/86954-oasis-3dp

New Stereolitography Resin-based 3D Printing Technology

Researchers at UC Berkeley and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory invented a new resin based 3D printer, which they nicknamed "replicator". It sure looks cool.

New Prusa I3 MK3 is Released!!!

The original Prusa I3 Mk2 is one of the best 3D printers currently available and it just got better with the new version: the MK3.
It features many improvements and cool upgrades that go beyond what many much more expensive machines have.

New features:

• Filament sensor
• Power Panic
• RPM sensing fans and Noctua
• Ambient thermistor and P.I.N.D.A 2 with thermistor
• EINSY RAMBo motherboard
• Trinamic2130 drivers with layer shift detection, faster and silent printing
• New Y axis
• Bondtech extruder
• Magnetic MK52 Heatbed
• Powder coated PEI spring steel print sheet
• Ready for OctoPrint

It will be priced at $749

MK3 presentation video:










MK3 release post with all the details:

http://www.prusaprinters.org/original-prusa-i3-mk3-bloody-smart/

Hangprinter

Hangprinter is an open sourced RepRap machine that uses walls and other surfaces as a frame. It literally hangs and prints. It makes a build volume an obsolete concept.


Hangprinter presentation:




Here it is a building tall tower:





Project pages:

http://hangprinter.org/

https://vitana.se/opr3d/tbear/

http://reprap.org/wiki/Hangprinter

Printrbot Printrbelt

Printrbot just teased their Printrbelt 3D printer with the heated conveyor belt print surface or "Infinite Z" as they described it.  The belt is a steel belt covered in Kapton with adjustable bed height and tension.
It is a direct competitor to BlackBelt 3D printer (which has a bigger print surface) and knowing Printrbot, it should be low cost and open source.

Brook responded in a Tweet:

Yes, Printrbelt will be open source & affordable. I'll do larger sizes. Already have bits designed for 12"x12" window, but this first.

So we can expect larger models in the future.

Short teaser:





More detailed presentation by Brook:




Brook writes:

The Printrbot Printrbelt allows for very long prints, multiple copies of one print, or a whole project of files to be printed in one shot. It is a beta, but too fun to keep to ourselves.

We are working with Polar3D, who has already hacked a printer like this onto an existing printer frame. They are working on the firmware magic in a cloud service to make this mind-bending twist on 3d printing easy for anyone. This will be a neat partnership that takes an important step forward in desktop manufacturing.
Stay tuned for more on this wild 3d printer that brings a new superpower to your desktop at an affordable price. 

printrbot.com


Looks like we will see much more conveyor belt 3d printers coming up! Competition is great.

Update (02.07.2017.):

Here are videos of Printrbelt working.

Formlabs Fuse 1 Desktop SLS 3D Printer

Formlabs just released their Fuse 1 3D printer which is a desktop selective laser sintering machine priced at 9,999 USD. It has a 165 x 165 x 320 mm build volume and uses nylon powder.

This is a small revolution on the market and a big step forward in 3D printing availability and affordability!!! Laser sintering machines used to cost in hundreds of thousands and were very large. This will push the competition to respond and lower the prices even more in the future.


Fuse 1 introduction video:




Here is a different promotional "The Human Touch" video:




Fuse 1 homepage:

https://formlabs.com/3d-printers/fuse-1/


Here you can see the Fuse 1 size on a table next to a Form 2 SLA machine:

I wonder what will the price of the powder material be? Will it be recyclable and reusable? Will it come in proprietary cartridges with chip control unit?

Source:

https://formlabs.com/blog/digital-factory-announcing-fuse-1-and-form-cell/

Update:

Here is a much more detailed review by Tested. It shows how the Fuse 1 works and accompanying equipment like recovery station and material mixer. The material is recyclable and the mix of new and used material is determined by the user to get different print qualities.
The material is gray to absorb more energy from 10 watts fiber laser.

Aluminum Profiles DIY 3D Printer by Thomas Workshop

I always like to see new 3D printer designs and builds by different people. Recently I found this larger volume (40cm3) machine by "Thomas Workshop" on Instructables. It is fully made from common aluminum profiles and Thomas did put some effort to document and present his work process.
Test prints look good and the frame seems sturdy.

Here is the final video from three part series showing electronics and printing:




Here is the detailed step-by-step build guide with videos, documentation, and picture construction log:

https://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printer-Working-Area-40x40x40cm/

BlackBelt 3D printer works with conveyor belt print surface

BlackBelt is a new 3D printer that uses a carbon fiber conveyor belt as build surface. As it prints at an angle it can produce really long objects.  It can make many different objects in series or one big object.
Due to geometry and angle, some objects will need a "starter" object or support to hang on to.
It is also possible to print support-free overhangs!

BlackBelt specifications:

• Industrial linear guides
• Build volume of 13″ x 13″ x infinity
• Adjustable print angles: 45° is the default, but some parts come out better at the lower angles of 15°, 25°, and 34°
• 1.75 mm filament diameter
• €9,500 for desktop version, €12,500 for large system with standing supports

This machine looks very interesting, but what gets me suspicious is a lack of video material. There are only a few short videos and no reviews, tests or extensive presentations.

Update (19.06.2017.):

BlackBelt went on Kickstarter and they announced that they have a patent pending, the 3d printing community claimed that there are issues about that since there were similar open sourced systems.
More can be found at:

http://hackaday.com/2017/06/06/the-ip-of-the-infinite-build-volume-3d-printer/

Printrbot Smalls New Low Cost 3D Printer

Printrbot just introduced the Printrbot Smalls! It is a new low cost entry level 3d printer from a well known company. It is priced at $298!

Here is the presentation video of the last beta model, final production design will be more polished:




Tech specs:

• Model: 1704
• Build Volume (X-Y-Z): 100mm x 100mm x 130mm (apx 4″ x 4″ x 5″ / 80 cubic inches)
• Print Resolution: 100 Microns
• Print Speed: 80mm/sec max recommended
• Filament: 1.75mm PLA (sample included)
• Extruder: yes
• Auto Leveling: Auto-Leveling Probe works with software to calibrate Z axis height (see video)
• Print Bed: Not heated – 1/8″ 6061 aluminum (0.3mm level tolerance)
• Construction: _
• Belt: GT2
• Z Lead Screw: Acme 4 Start
• Pulleys: 20 tooth, dual flange GT2 aluminum
• Electronics: Printrbot Rev F5 Printrboard with USB B connection and micro SD card slot for untethered printing
• Software: Printrbot does not provide software, but recommends Cura v15.04 – available for free download.
• Power Requirements: 12V (6 amp) laptop power supply (included)
• Motors: NEMA 17 stepper. 
• Overall Footprint:  16.6″ x 13″ x 11″ (L x W x H)

Description:

The Smalls is a small, portable, and versatile 3D printer kit for the hacker, maker, or student on a budget …not afraid to build a kit and engage in our community forum for support.  Build volume begins at 4″ x 4″ x 5″ (X-Y-Z), but the possibility to expand is there with our upgrade kits (coming soon) or your own design whimsy.

The Smalls is perfect for customization.  Paint the stock metal.  Print your own parts out of any filament you like.  Install almost any existing upgrade and/or accessory in the Printrbot store.  Get the idea?  Make the Smalls your own!
Construction decisions were pragmatic, using the right fabrication tool for each job: Pristine machined aluminum, water jet 5052 and 6061 aluminum plate, and just a dollop of 3D printed parts to give it that “reprap flavor”.

Okay, so how does it print?  Since this is a kit, the results are largely up to you, but make no mistake.  In the hands of an experienced user (like the ones we have here at PBHQ), the Smalls can produce results comparable to the Play, Simple, or Plus.

This absolutely is the lowest priced 3D printer we’ve ever released!  (except for one other laser cut wood kit with fishing line instead of belts and sandpaper pulleys instead of real pulleys that was only available for a limited time until we corrected both price and some design problems …but let’s just keep that between us).   It is definitely the least expensive printer that we will EVER, EVER release  …that we know of. …for now.
We are pretty sure it is the most affordable American-Made 3D printer.   Definitely the most economical Northern-California-Made 3D printer.  Totally the most budget-friendly 3D printer manufactured in Lincoln, CA.  Not “cheap”, just inexpensive.

Printrbot Smalls homepage:

https://printrbot.com/shop/printrbot-smalls-kit/

Sub 300 USD market segment is certainly getting more interesting. Competition is a great thing!

We are still waiting for third party reviews and tests but Printrbot has a proven track record of making solid designs.

Here is a Facebook presentation by Brook Drumm:

Amazing RepRap Helios with Sequential 3D Printing

RepRap Helios is a SCARA 3d printer with some great features combined with unique movement mechanics and design approach.

Introduction video:




Key specifications as described by the developer:

• It is highly printable.
• 153mm arms similar to RepRap Morgan
• Gear reduction similar to RepRap Morgan
• Same kinematics as RepRap Morgan (Well...this can change arm modes but we won't start doing that until after we get some prints.)
• Fits in a 200x225x250 box
• Can print objects that are up to 600mm long
• All four motors (400 steps/rotation) are static while providing a structural support and their own wire-management.
• Prints directly on a tape covered table
• Planning on using an IR depth probe
• Could probably print all the parts for a self-replication run in one go.

Here is the sequential printing on a flat table surface with some blue tape demonstrating the advantage of this machine:




Great work by Nicholas Seward! Since this is a project in development we can expect much more improvements.

RepRap forum development thread:

http://forums.reprap.org/read.php?185,760198

Google+ Helios page with further details including very good print results:

https://plus.google.com/collection/IFEMGE

New One Arm SCARA 3D Printer from Nick: RepRap Helios

Nicholas Seward is developing a new type of SCARA 3d printer with one arm. It looks interesting. 

Nicholas wrote:

This 3D printer is a work in progress. I am currently printing parts and have all the components.
This printer can print items over 24 inches long if shaped correctly while being able to fit in a 10inch cube. My plan is to print directly on a tape covered table. I think it will be possible for it to print all of its own parts at once.
I am working on a name. Feel free to drop some suggestions. Current names: Copernicus, Helios, Homer, ScARMa, Tyr (Tyr is a 1 handed god.), One Armed Bandit

Go see his channel for other developments:

https://www.youtube.com/user/nickseward/videos


Update:

Here are the firs movements of RepRap Helios:





3D rendering of Helios in development phase: