So I bought a 3d printer (3 Viewers)

[DaMrkstr]

Have you tried printing poker chips yet?!

 

[Grimace]

Have you tried printing poker chips yet?!

No but there’s a lot of great plastic options available. I had some locals ask when I got it and I told them I sure could but you wouldn’t want to play with em

 

[David O]

Having seen a great item made with one and now reading this thread I started considering one. I have been looking and watching some of the videos. What is the best one to start with that is the most, new user friendly. Are the upgrades that you get with the X1c worth it over what you get with the P1s? Any other newer models from other companies better to get?

Looking at taking the plunge and thought I would learn from you guys.

Still looking for some input here!

 

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Still looking for some input here!

@Tommy might be able to speak about the X1. I have a p1s with one ams (thinking about a second) and absolutely love it. I’ve had a few frustrating prints but in the end I figure it out and prints are beautiful. I’ve used every type of filament Amazon sells almost and they all print well. Mine has run 10-12hrs a day since June on average and it just works. I hope this helps you a bit. My printing knowledge is pretty limited but little by little. lol

 

[Nymor]

(treating this again as the unofficial general 3D printer thread - assuming that's cool )

One thing about having a 3D printer is that it's just there to be used and I don't need much of an excuse to do something with it. Latest is a napkin holder for my snacks table. Can't have those napkins just lying around on the table, this is a classy joint!

 

[Grimace]

(treating this again as the unofficial general 3D printer thread - assuming that's cool )

One thing about having a 3D printer is that it's just there to be used and I don't need much of an excuse to do something with it. Latest is a napkin holder for my snacks table. Can't have those napkins just lying around on the table, this is a classy joint!

No worries. Everyone post what your making and what your using to make it. I love seeing it all.

My newest hurdle I’ve jumped is printing 5 color prints with my 4 color Ams. It’s a bit of a pain but works till I can justify buying another Ams.

 

[T_Chan]

We've printed a few things on our Creality CR-10 S Pro v2. The results are alright, but I'm looking to upgrade to the K1 Max. We print really big stuff so looking to get a relatively large print size without getting into the $10k+ price point.

The printers that do multiple filaments look cool. Love seeing the multicolored prints.

 

[David O]

Well, I took the plunge. Currently all set up and printing Benchy. I am waiting on my desk to come in so my reloading bench is acting as a temporary home.

 

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Well, I took the plunge. Currently all set up and printing Benchy. I am waiting on my desk to come in so my reloading bench is acting as a temporary home.


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Awesome. I’m waiting for my second Ams to arrive. Light boxes seem to be popular and a few are over 4 colours.

Congratulations on the purchase.

 

[David O]

So what are your go-to filaments?

I want to build up stock on a good filament with several colors. I currently have several colors of PLA but I was wondering about getting some PETG HF in varying colors as well. Thoughts?

 

[Rock31]

So what are your go-to filaments?

I want to build up stock on a good filament with several colors. I currently have several colors of PLA but I was wondering about getting some PETG HF in varying colors as well. Thoughts?

I use NuMakers PLA+
Never an issue and probably close to 150 rolls through my X1 now. I buy 10+ at a time for the bulk discount.

 

[Rock31]

Had a bunch of filament rolls that were close to empty and needed space, this was a fun project. 800% Dummy 13

 

[Grimace]

Some more prints

 

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My Facebook page if anyone is looking for a Christmas gift.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564309839389&mibextid=LQQJ4d

 

[Seeking Alpha Social Club]

Some more prints

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WOW...those are AWESOME!! Now I need to take the plunge!!

 

[Grimace]

WOW...those are AWESOME!! Now I need to take the plunge!!

Jump in Kev. They have really evolved. Bambu has had Black Friday pricing for a couple of weeks now. They aren’t perfect but when I have an issue Google it pretty helpful.

 

[David O]

WOW...those are AWESOME!! Now I need to take the plunge!!

Yes you do. It will bite you like the chip bug! I have an x1 carbon and have been printing daily. I now have close to 20 different filaments and the printer is currently printing a bust of my grandson. Long print with a bunch of pla support but should be great.

 

[Sparkynutz]

Yes you do. It will bite you like the chip bug! I have an x1 carbon and have been printing daily. I now have close to 20 different filaments and the printer is currently printing a bust of my grandson. Long print with a bunch of pla support but should be great. View attachment 1425010

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Just wait....
I stock 30+ rolls of just black in different shades/types.

 

[Grimace]

I’ve bought almost 20 rolls this week in different shades. And I’m sure I’m over 1800hrs in it since mid June.

Had someone ask me to print a Super Sledge holder. A what now. It turned out so nice. Gold was a good choice.

 

[Sparkynutz]

I’ve bought almost 20 rolls this week in different shades. And I’m sure I’m over 1800hrs in it since mid June.

Had someone ask me to print a Super Sledge holder. A what now. It turned out so nice. Gold was a good choice.
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I have 8 different colors of gold. Took forever to find the exact shade I wanted.
Most of them kinda suck. Red isn't much different.

 

[Grimace]

I have 8 different colors of gold. Took forever to find the exact shade I wanted.
Most of them kinda suck. Red isn't much different.

I agree. The gold I first got it too yellow but it works for Vegas knight light boxes. The fallout holder is an old gold and it looks much more gold like. I’ve started to make notes on what colours I use with which lightbox so I can replicate them should I need to.

 

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[Sparkynutz]

These lucky kids got a Dadtopus for Christmas!
3d scan of my head on an octopus.
My daughter wanted me to print her a Rocktopus a while back and I never did. Instead I did one better Maybe not but I think so lol.

 

[Grimace]

These lucky kids got a Dadtopus for Christmas!
3d scan of my head on an octopus.
My daughter wanted me to print her a Rocktopus a while back and I never did. Instead I did one better Maybe not but I think so lol.
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That’s awesome. Merry Christmas

 

[Schmendr1ck]

Printed personalized ornaments for the kids.

Also gave each of them a puzzle box with a cash gift inside. I think it took longer to get those open then everything else combined!

 

[Grimace]

I know what it looks like but these are not legos. These are brick figures. Completely different.

 

[demonnic]

Similar to yet legally distinct from...

 

[T_Chan]

Working on some holders for our rental gear. Printed a few of these for 10 all in lammers. Added some channels so that the buttons don't move around after removing a few.

Ribbed for her pleasure

 

[Grimace]

WWF throwback

 

[Grimace]

Anyone need a comically large pill holder?

13” MacBook Pro for scale reference