3D Printing
The Hack.rva hackerspace has two 3D printers in residence: a Makerbot Replicator and an UP Mini.
Here’s a short comparison of two printers:
| Replicator | Thingomatic | |
|---|---|---|
| Photo | File:Replicator.png | File:Thingomatic.jpg |
| Number of Print Heads | 1 | 1 |
| Build Platform Envelope | 225 x 145 x 150 mm | 100 x 100 x 100 mm |
| Heated Build Platform | Yes (Nominally 110 ºC) | Yes (Nominally 110 ºC) |
| Filament Normally Loaded | 1.75 mm ABS | 3 mm ABS |
| Nozzle Diameter | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Nominal Print Speed | 80 mm/s | 80 mm/s |
| Typical Print Layer Thickness | 0.2 – 0.3 mm | 0.2 - 0.3 mm |
| Printing Temperature | 230 ºC (ABS) | 230 ºC (ABS) |
| Web Site | Makerbot | Thing-O-Matic |
| User Manual | Guide to Your First Print | Usage Guide |
| Hack.RVA Wiki | Makerbot Replicator | Makerbot Thing-O-Matic |
| Firmware Version | 7.2 | Pending Sailfish |
| Serial No. | 11148 | ?? |
