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*Review - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVyRrsc8X50] - calibration is a definite issue.
*Review - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVyRrsc8X50] - calibration is a definite issue.
==Build Time==
*12 hour build time - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdzsJycdSAo]


=Process=
=Process=

Revision as of 21:52, 20 January 2016

Folgertech Kit

Kit sells for under $300:

  • Review - [1] - calibration is a definite issue.

Build Time

  • 12 hour build time - [2]

Process

  • Forum message - what's the Best Workshop Kit for a 3D printer workshop? 1 day build workshop, as high quality as possible.
  • Prusa i3 from Folgertech encouraged.
  • SD card or wireless - what additional cost is there?
  • We identify the kit

FreeCAD Files

  • See search - [3]

Selection

Original Work

  • Version used in Prusa workshops - see Readme for source - [4]. Her is the source for the workshop model. [5].

Links

  • Prusa i3 Buyer's Guide from RepRap - [6]
  • Classifieds - Missouri - [7]

Sourcing with Shipping

  • Under $350 for full kit, shipping is 3-5 days - [8]. Uses J Head Nozzle. Ships "i3 rework" design: [9]
    • Review of Replikeo [10]
    • Replikeo BOM - [11]

Sourcing Issues

  • According to [12] - cheap chinese J Head counterfeits do not work - so make sure the hot end works
  • J Head exists from the original manufacturer - $56 - but shipping is a flat rate. Takes 48 hours to ship, but shipping method is unspecified. Need to contact seller to see if they can provide fast shipping.

Communication

  • Josef (Prusa),

We will be doing a Prusa i3 workshop March 19.

1. Can you share some of your expertise in running workshops - do you have your process documented anywhere?

2. Which source of the Prusa i3 do you recommend as the best version to use for a workshop?

3. Are you in a position to/ interested in coming to the USA to run a workshop with OSE?

Marcin