In the market for a 3D printer - recomendations
In the market for a 3D printer - recomendations
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Hi
Sorry if this is in the wrong section.
I'm in the market for a 3D printer for early design prototyping and proof of concept for customers.
Max size part would be 320L x 220W x 55H mm
I need high standard of finish straight off the machine with a durable material (eg. Nylon 12) - don't care to much about speed or cost of materials if the initial cost of the machine is reduced.
I have tried to talk to sales people but they all have a whole raft of concepts coupled with a unique and advanced portfolio of solutions and then finish by saying they enjoyed connecting with me - I have to have a shower each time.
I'm hoping someone has a more straight forward contact or maybe some advice on which way to go.
Thanks
Dave
Sorry if this is in the wrong section.
I'm in the market for a 3D printer for early design prototyping and proof of concept for customers.
Max size part would be 320L x 220W x 55H mm
I need high standard of finish straight off the machine with a durable material (eg. Nylon 12) - don't care to much about speed or cost of materials if the initial cost of the machine is reduced.
I have tried to talk to sales people but they all have a whole raft of concepts coupled with a unique and advanced portfolio of solutions and then finish by saying they enjoyed connecting with me - I have to have a shower each time.
I'm hoping someone has a more straight forward contact or maybe some advice on which way to go.
Thanks
Dave





RE: In the market for a 3D printer - recomendations
I suggest you post this over there and then redflag this post for deletion by management using the red flag link at the bottom of your message.
If in a few days you don't get a good response then maybe start a post here with a link to your thread over in that other forum to try and generate a bit more traffic.
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RE: In the market for a 3D printer - recomendations
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RE: In the market for a 3D printer - recomendations
I just remembered we had a sales lady in from a company called TEKPRO a few months back. They rented out 3D printers of various sizes and capabilities etc.
http://www.tekprogroup.com/ though it looks like they've merged their 3D printing business with GoEngineer http://www.goengineer.com/Products/3D-Printers.
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RE: In the market for a 3D printer - recomendations
It happens that nylon machines nicely with sharp tools, so a 3-axis milling machine might be a good solution.
Nylon also molds nicely, so a low-volume injection molder who works with aluminum tooling may be able to help you for a reasonable price.
If you can post an image of the desired part without giving away the store, other ideas may occur.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: In the market for a 3D printer - recomendations
"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." L. da Vinci
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RE: In the market for a 3D printer - recomendations
RE: In the market for a 3D printer - recomendations
This 3D printer report in Gizmag magazine may help if you have not made a decision yet.
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