We built a 3d printer

Published On: 2016-03-26

Category: News

Falls Geek just recently built a Folger Tech 2020 Prusa i3 3d printer. This printer is capable of producing precise models out of strong ABS or PLA plastic.

Here is a gallery of the build process.

Picture of Box

The box.
Bags of Items in the Box

The contents of the box.
Pulling up the Instructions

Pulling up the Instructions
Frame Building

Building out the Frame
Frame Built

Frame built, along with Y-axis smooth rods
Bed on

Putting the bed on.
Z-axis

Heated bed in place, working on X-axis
Fjords

Z-axis motors installed
Lights

X-axis ready for installation.
Nature

3D Printer all completed, and looking for files to print.
First print

Very first print. This design was actually printed reversed along the X-axis because the machine wasn't set up properly yet.
Lights

Collection of first items printed on the printer.
Nature

#3dBenchy printing so we can calibrate the machine.

We are currently still researching and developing the best methods for accurate results. Please contact us if you have any questions.