For more info take a look at this blog post - http://richrap.blogspot.co.uk/2014/07/3d-printers-big-printers-small-printers.htmlOutline (new) spec-Bigger Motors - NEMA 23'sBigger Drivers - Dedicated 3A 128microstep (prototype used normal Ramps and drivers)Bigger Electronics - The great ARM based Smoothie board is being used for the (new) prototype.Bigger Rods and Frame (10mm Rods and 30mm Aluminium box-section)Bigger Printed parts - most parts are 100+mm is size (total printed parts weight is just under 2KG)Bigger Print head / multiple / materials / feeds etc.A set of 3DRmega 3D printed frame parts, just under 2Kg of filament used for these, they are also designed to minimize warp and maximise adhesion to the build platform.The carriages snap-fit onto LM10UU Linear bearings and are running on 10mm smooth stainless steel rods, just like 3DR but bigger and stronger.The arms are made from carbon fiber tent poles, cut to size and have an all metal universal ball joint fitted to each end. This allows the center carriage to move in any direction as each arm moves up and down.Like the nano, but unlike the standard 3DR I have mounted the Motors at the top, this allows much more freedom for the design and flexibility of printing on almost any surface.Design files! - where are the design files - hang on a little, I'll get them all up as soon as I can.
Richard,
Do you have a version of the frame pieces that would work with 2020 extruded aluminum frame? I am in the works building a giant Delta and my friend sent me this link. I love the design of this frame much more than the typical triangle and how it utilizes much more space. Otherwise, do you mind if I make alterations to the files to make it work for the components that I have already purchased.
Let me know, Thanks!
LucidPsykosis
almost 9 years
Have you made any prints with this yet?
Patrick Nielsen
almost 9 years
Is this ready to print and build im really digging it :)
Nico
about 9 years
My bad sorry for the spam not really planned :D
Nico
about 9 years
Hello where can i find some details about this printer (i need something accurate if possible) thanks :D
rabendroth
about 9 years
What extruder did you use? Incredible design, BTW.
ingeniousman
about 9 years
Hi richRap,
Your design is very cool, I downloaded your designs but can not find the extruder, could you upload please?
thanks for everything
Ancientpb
over 9 years
What is the max print job volume size?
RichRap
over 9 years
The 'Buildsheet' is in the form of a full 3D model of the printer - in Sketchup V8 format - it should explain most of the construction and assembly - It uses NEMA23 motors
coolreactions
over 9 years
Any chance of getting a build sheet with the parts listed?
Great work, I would love to build this. Thanks
RichRap
over 9 years
Updated files, models and source is up - sorry for the delay.
naldarn
about 10 years
Please hurry with the design files, I;ve been drooling on it since July, and have the aluminum waiting.
IronGland
about 10 years
hey guys, just so you know rich already solved the whole length thing.
https://www.youmagine.com/designs/filament-joiner-for-multicoloured-printed-3d-objects
He used it for his multicolored prints, but you could just use it for joining ends together too.
Also this isn't a normal reprap style printer, the electronics to drive this machine are quite intensive, checkout his blog.
Super big fan, I already built a 3dr, it's a fun little build.
MadDavo
about 10 years
Any chance of the design files Rich?
jlspea01
over 10 years
Would love to build this.... where are the design files?
Xiao Shi Zi
over 10 years
and here they are ;-) http://www.3ders.org/articles/20140725-fuse-filament-welding-clamp-for-3d-printers.html
Xiao Shi Zi
over 10 years
Nice to c such a big 3D-printer!
To print large volume's we'll need a tool to join two spools of filament. Something like the tool with witch you can join fibreglass cables to each other. heating both ends up and push them into each other ;-)
Allmost like the plastic pipes welding machine, but without the border so that diameter stays ok.
Greetz,
Xiao Shi Zi
Luck Luck with you 3DRMega
KKHausman
over 10 years
I find myself considering what volume of filament would be reasonable for any build that could challenge this format's build volume extents!
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