Im wanting to purchase a 3-D Printer for starting a small business, the research I've done points to the "Makerbot," is this a good alternative?
910866
Yes. Great value for the money and ease of use. We use ours extensively. Please note that you will have to become skillful with appropriate software. Sooner or later acquire a 3-D object scanner.
910867
Excellent product and the price is very reasonable. Customer support has been outstanding. Great alternative to Makerbot.
910868
Good buy for the $$. Great customer support if you have any questions. The Makergear M2 is a great machine too. Little more money. Also the seemecnc is one to look at too.
910869
I'm very satisfied with my FlashForge printer, no regrets for buying this one over the MakerBot.
910870
It has been a very good printer for me. I also own a Makerbot and my computer cannot tell the difference between the two. The flashforge is not though as fancy with extras like Makerbot. It will do the job for sure. I did a 9hr print today and it went well. The service from flashforge is excellent.
910871
I agree with the others... Very good value and very reliable. I would only choose the New Makerbot if sleek appearances justified the high cost... If it was running in a storefront for an architectural firm, for example. I would have a Makerbot running up front, and an army of flash forges in the back room... Perhaps there is an analogy hidden somewhere there... But I will leave you with that.
1184086
Sorry, I don't know. My strong recommendation is that you read all the reviews on Amazon. My experience seems all too typical. I would rate this as by far the worst printer I ever purchased. It looks superb but is packed with hardware, communications and software glitches.
875353
yes use google cloud printing printers , http://www.google.nl/cloudprint/learn/printers.html
2134743
I would buy from a seller who has a sizable number of feedback. Look for fully functional machines.
1702730
I'm trying to purchase a printer to print on PVC cards to make ID badges, what is the best printer with in a reasonable budget.
220631
We use Epson Artisan 730 with no issues. It took a little time (trial and error) to set up the cloud printing but once it was set up no issues.
710355
I think you would be better served having the cam reproduced via 3D printer, as already noted. A small cam could be "handcrafted" from a larger item.
1242141
This printer works brilliantly with Etsy - I think it's their only 4x6 'supported' printer. They have a radio button when you're shipping your label that says "Print label with Dymo"
724579
Prolly have to buy a new kit. That isn't much help, but I doubt if Revell sells individual Kit Pieces. Sorry.I just thought of a possibility. If you can find someone who has the missing part (distributor) who also has access to one of those 3D-copiers, they could probably copy their distributer for you. That may be a bad thought...don't know...I don't have any experience or access with those printers. So I don't know how detailed the copies are, especially on something that small.
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The USP over IP, 1 port, is a decent appliance, but it doesn't see everything. I wanted to be able to put my Makerbot Replicator (3D printer) in another room, I thought this would make it possible. After installing the required software and connecting the USB Over IP to my Makerbot I was disappointed to find my computer could not recognize it. I tested different items to see if it was the USB Over IP or the "end" item.. I was able to successfully use the USB Over IP to connect to USB web cams, thumb drives and TV tuner cards (as an SDR appliance.) I did not try an external hard drive. I'm sorry to say, but the only answer I can give you is "I don't know." It works for some items, not for others.
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I would think so . . . but the process would be extremely tedious, time consuming, and the final product would not likely be very tasty. Your better bet would likely be one of the many 3d printers now available. But, there again you may find a shortcoming in the taste of the final product. Please keep me posted. It is innovative thinkers such as yourself who keep our world progressing as rapidly as it does. Yet most people just think you are kooky . . . sad.By the way, I truly enjoy your type of humor. Thank you.Chuck
1998128
I agree with Dale W. This is a great color printer for business (pictures look really good), but I would not use it as a photo printer.
130755
I'm not a professional for 3D printers, I can not answer this. Sorry to disappoint.I'd recommend checking the TDP and power consumption of the printer.
886215
From what I can tell from an Airsoft gun (spring based), a Makerbot would require a bit of post printing production to make a complete one on it's own. However 3D printing the shell would allow you customization that you could not find anywhere. If you were solely going to make airsoft guns with it I would say no but I would think once you have one you will do so much more with it that I would say yes worth the money.
1888728
Well, I have been using mine just fine. It works really well. I didnt pay too much attention to maker though.
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For the price, look at the Brother CS6000i. That one has all the quilting feet and the extension table. And a lot less money. Hope this helps.
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Through Dell. I suggest you get it as the unit gave me trouble after a few months of extremely light use. Tip: if prints are split by a blank horizontal line then set to "print as image".