Simple Metalby Printrbot
PROS
- The Printrbot Simple is a low-priced introductory 3D printer.
- The printer has good documentation and support.
- It offers relatively good quality for basic 3D print jobs.
CONS
- The Simple has a small build area, and it runs slowly.
- It may require tweaking for best results, and software doesn't come with it.
- The basic model offers the heated bed as an option, requiring you use only PLA filament if you don't upgrade.
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LIST PRICE$600
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$1,050.65Buy
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Name | Simple Metal | Mini 3D Printer | 2 Go 3D Printer | da Vinci Jr. | Replicator Mini |
Manufacturer | Printrbot | Lulzbot | Ultimaker | XYZprinting | Makerbot |
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List Price | $600 | $1350 | $1450 | $350 | $1375 |
I would recommend this printer but if you know nothing about 3D printing expect there will be a learning curve.
I would recommend this printer but if you know nothing about 3D printing expect there will be a learning curve.
... the Printrbot Simple achieves its goal of providing respectable performance and an introduction to the world of 3D printing without cost…
... the Printrbot Simple achieves its goal of providing respectable performance and an introduction to the world of 3D printing without costing a fortune
As the name clearly suggests, the idea behind this Printrbot model, has always been simplicity. To this end, the company has made some great…
As the name clearly suggests, the idea behind this Printrbot model, has always been simplicity. To this end, the company has made some great improvements.
I’m definitely impressed by this printer and would recommend it to people who want to get into 3D printing or upgrade from an original Simpl…
I’m definitely impressed by this printer and would recommend it to people who want to get into 3D printing or upgrade from an original Simple.
The Simple Metal is well designed, and like the name suggests it is simple. There are no complex mechanisms or attachments. For the most par…
The Simple Metal is well designed, and like the name suggests it is simple. There are no complex mechanisms or attachments. For the most part, you’re just screwing parts onto the body/frame and then attaching the 3 main body pieces together.
For the most part, the print quality from the Printrbot Simple Metal is exactly what you would expect. For the first-time buyer of a 3D prin…
For the most part, the print quality from the Printrbot Simple Metal is exactly what you would expect. For the first-time buyer of a 3D printer, it will appear magical...
Our team was made up of three PhDs and two R&D engineers, and it took us close to eight hours to complete the assembly, which of course incl…
Our team was made up of three PhDs and two R&D engineers, and it took us close to eight hours to complete the assembly, which of course included some philosophical and licensing discussions and a couple of trips to the hardware store.
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