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How to Buy a 3D Printer

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This course explains how to choose an FDM 3D printer for a first purchase or an expanded setup. It compares printer architecture and 18 practical factors, then presents a process for defining requirements, researching models, and selecting a printer.

Syllabus

Introduction
3d Printer Architecture
Comparing 11 3d Printer Models
Summary of 18 Factors
Print Volume
Direct Extruder vs Bowden Tube
Hot End Design
Filament Out Sensors and Power Fail Recover
Bed Leveling Adjustments
Auto Bed Leveling
8 bit vs 32 bit
Control Screen Type
WIFI Support
Print Surface
Open Source vs Proprietary
Firmware Boot Loaders
Slicer Support
Dual vs Single Z-Axis
Bed Movement Architecture
Enclosed vs Open Frame
Selecting a 3d Printer

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