On 3D printing this looks interesting https://store.makerbot.com/replicator2.html as far as specs are concerned - not necessarily the build envelope, but I like the layers resolutions. And the price is good for something that doesn’t look like a Rube Goldberg design with parts haywired for the duration.
Call me when the Replicator is able to replicate Tea, Earl Grey, hot. :lol:
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/2/20/Captain_Picard_Chair.jpg)
Talking with one of my friends the other day he mentioned that these car bodies
http://www.officinauno.it/carro_F_garitta.html
are 3D printed. On the first series one could still see faint layering. The new series uses a different printing method and is as smooth as …
The cars are Gauge 1; €440 = US$ 572 
For those who might be interested, ran across this article on 3D Printing.
http://www.gscalejunkie.com/Articles/Design_News_3D_Printer.pdf
Thanks Bob, good stuff!
MAKE Magazine had a 3D Printer special issue last month, including all sorts of new printer kits, projects and RTR versions: Link direct to special issue
The more I read about this group, the more I think its a great place for kitbashers & scratchbuilders to learn new techniques and glimpse new ideas.
Jason,
Sometime back someone was experimenting with printing a hood for a diesel they were working on. Was that you, or am I having a serious senior moment?
Bob C.
Jason Gallaway said:
[url=http://makezine.com]MAKE Magazine[/url] had a 3D Printer special issue last month, including all sorts of new printer kits, projects and RTR versions: [url=http://blog.makezine.com/volume/make-ultimate-guide-to-3d-printing/]Link direct to special issue[/url]The more I read about this group, the more I think its a great place for kitbashers & scratchbuilders to learn new techniques and glimpse new ideas.
Thanks for the link Jason! I downloaded the PDF ($6.99) from here http://www.makershed.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=E3DSIP
Finding that mag in the boonies of BC? Forget it! Besides I couldn’t wait anyway :lol:
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First order: how do they scan?
Sorry Bob, not I. My thoughts were gearing towards custom-printed builders & number plates
Jason,
After some heavy searching this site, I finally located the member I was looking for. I have not seen any posts from him for some time now, so I am going to go another route. About 2 years ago I spoke directly with this company, 3Axis Development (www [dot] 3axis [dot] us), and they were quite friendly and helpful. At that time, and possibly now, I was looking to develop the 3d solid model and have them SLA print it, generate an investment casting (or possibly multiple) to use as a pattern for spin casting. We never got into pricing at that time, as I was only researching the process. I think I am going to move further forward with this concept and persue and delivery information.
As I said, I must have been having a serious senior moment. I would think number plates would fall well within the same range of part size and complexity I am looking at. After I get some further info I will touch base with you.
Bob C.
Talking back about the article from MAKE, they mentioned that some of the new printers can use a powdered metal and make actual metal prints. THAT would be perfect for custom made numberplates and builders’ plates and such.
I’d love to get a bunch of little 3/4in tall Freedom Central Keystones.
Jason Gallaway said:
Talking back about the article from MAKE, they mentioned that some of the new printers can use a powdered metal and make actual metal prints. THAT would be perfect for custom made numberplates and builders' plates and such.I’d love to get a bunch of little 3/4in tall Freedom Central Keystones.
This artist prints stuff out in metal
Some of the math models are insanely cool.