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Home Base => Introductions => Topic started by: ParCan on April 27, 2012, 01:44:03 PM
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Hi
I'm Alex from Chelmsford in Essex.
I got bitten by the 3D Printer Bug 2 years ago and have made some fun things with it.
Then I started selling Parts Sets, and designing extruder nozzles.
Then I bought a mini Lathe
Then I started selling my 3D Printer Nozzles
Then I bought a Myford.
Then I had to sell more nozzles to buy tooling.........
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I was just hunting around the net a week ago and found the Puddleduck engine.
http://www.machinistblog.com/bogstandards-paddleduck-engine-plans/
It seemed like a fun thing to make - so I now have the Base plate, Block Plate and 2 Cylinder caps.
I firmly believe in going in at the deep end, and i'll let you know how I get on.
Alex
AKA ParCan
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Hi there Alex :wave: welcome to Madmodder :mmr:
I was just hunting around the net a week ago and found the Puddleduck engine.
A fine choice for a project, I built one as my 2nd engine build, it really taught me a lot of great techniques. I documented my build here :- http://madmodder.net/index.php?topic=1525.0
I firmly believe in going in at the deep end, and i'll let you know how I get on.
Please do keep us all clued in to what you're doing, start a thread about it in the project logs section and keep us updated with your progress, especially with plenty of pics :worthless: :D :D
Glad to have you here.
Tim
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Hi Tim.
I'm not the greatest of writers, but i'll do my best.....
You may find some interesting stuff @
http://parcansreprap.blogspot.co.uk/
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Hi ParCan... I`ve just been looking at your blog, good stuff!
You have a pm!
Chris
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Hiya ParCan!
Welcome to the collective :borg:
I am very interested in doing a 3D printer. I know there is I need to learn...
Eric
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Several ppl have messaged me about building a RepRap.
to answer the FAQ's....
Build the Prusa mendel. http://www.reprap.org/wiki/Main_Page
It'll cost you < £500 to build one. How much less depends on what you already have/ make /scavenge.
Get the frame Square - I mean as square as you can get it.
Don't skimp on the motors.
Start with a 0.5mm Print Nozzle size.
Start printing with PLA on to Blue 3M Painters tape.
Good luck with your RepRap builds. It's a great fun project and very rewarding.
randome Picture of Printed coat pegs.
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hi jump in and have fun
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Hi Alex :wave:
As said, welcome to the collective :borg:
I'm thinking you'll fit in just fine. A project log on your paddleduck build will I'm sure be well received too :thumbup:
Don't worry about the writing... Small amount of text and a few choice pictures is a good way to go , then we can all sit back and see where you're upto without bothering with too much of that reading nonsense! :coffee: :)
A few notes in whatever section suits about this 3D printing would be nice too... I have seen them but never really looked into the quality of the components produced etc. One for the future eh?
Basically, enjoy yourself and let us know about the results :headbang:
Ralph.
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A few notes in whatever section suits about this 3D printing would be nice too... I have seen them but never really looked into the quality of the components produced etc. One for the future eh?
I second that request... if you don't mind, maybe a quick overview of how it works??
Thanks!
Eric
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Hi Guys.
Thankyou all for your very warm welcome.
Trying to summarise 3D printing is not easy.
I will however as requested do some sort of write up on the whole subject during the week.
I'm learning that the Puddleduck is rather hard to make with just a Lathe and a milling slide.
I'll get there but the scrap bin is going to overflow soon !
Alex.
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Hello and welcome Alex
Jim