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We | We print with [[wikipedia:Polylactic acid|PLA]], a biodegradable polymer based on corn starch or sugarcanes. Currently we have white/ivory, translucent and green PLA available. | ||
Approx. real printing costs are 0.05€ per cubic centimetre of extruded material. If you need to have something printed contact [[Matthias Breuer]]. | Approx. real printing costs are 0.05€ per cubic centimetre of extruded material. If you need to have something printed contact [[Matthias Breuer]]. | ||
Revision as of 19:11, 20 March 2012
The GMU chair's RapMan 3.1 3D printer. This page's intention is to collect knowledge gained with using the RapMan printer. Feel free to edit the subpages. For any questions regarding our 3D printer or 3D printing in general don't hestitate to contact Matthias Breuer. The printer is situated in the 3DIY Lab.
Costs and Materials
We print with PLA, a biodegradable polymer based on corn starch or sugarcanes. Currently we have white/ivory, translucent and green PLA available.
Approx. real printing costs are 0.05€ per cubic centimetre of extruded material. If you need to have something printed contact Matthias Breuer.
Subpages
- HowTo — Beginners guide. Learn how to print your own things.
- Showcase — A selection of projects done with the printer
- Claystruder — Ceramic extrusion research
Links
- BfB Forum — Most likely you'll find an answer on any question you might have
- Thingiverse — Upload and share your creations
- Skeinforge Homepage
- Skeinforge profiles for our printer
- Rapid Prototyping