![]() ![]() I opted to use Fusion 360 to design the machine, because I could create the whole machine in software first, checking components fit together before printing them. I finally bought a HC Maker 7 – a CR-10 clone with a 30 × 30 cm heated bed. It’s also worth looking at second-hand machines, especially ones listed as ‘for parts’ or ‘not working’. I identified some new 3D printer kits for around £110. I could upgrade the motors and spindle at a later date. A heated build plate would be nice, as it would have a bigger power supply.Linear rails or (V-groove) wheels – NOT unsupported rods, as these can flex.A frame made from 20 × 20 aluminium profile, not one cut from sheet material.Now for the donor printer – it has to have: I also have some T-nuts and other bits left over from a 3D printer project, which should keep the cost down for extra parts. That would work for the spindle and the Z rails. Check the SSID and password are correctly surrounded with double quotes “….Having a look in my salvaged parts bin, I could use a DC motor and some linear rails pulled from some old inkjet printers.Double check every character the password. ![]()
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