MyOpen3D - TACO i3+ 3d Printer v1.0

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The TACO i3+ 3D Printer: A Revolutionary RepRap Synthesis The TACO i3+, a cutting-edge 3D printer, was born from the vision of "revitalizing RepRap." An increasing portion of the RepRap industry is producing machines with non-reproducible components like factory-folded metal and injection-molded parts. This trend not only boosts their profits but also undermines the original intent of RepRap - enabling a single printer to reproduce most parts needed for another. While the market appears unaffected by these developments, they compromise 3D printing's promises in tech education, print fulfillment, and mastering the art of 3D printing. The community still requires open-source machines that can be dissected, tinkered with, and easily modified. It needs machines that grow with its operator, self-repair, and foster mastery over time. In short, the world demands a modern, fully open-source workhorse. MyOpen3D answered this call in 2017 by creating the TACO i3+ 3D printer - a true RepRap synthesis of the Taz and Prusa i3 dev paths. The design philosophy behind the TACO i3+ is embodied in its name: T = Taz, with clear inspiration from the large format printer's solid aluminum extrusion frame and meticulously redesigned 3D printed plastic parts for the TACO's smaller footprint. A = AC stands for the founder of MyOpen3D and the lead developer of the TACO. The TACO seamlessly combines two renowned RepRap printers, benefiting from thoughtful customizations born out of years of 3D printing experience. C = "OMG," which everyone will exclaim when they see how well the TACO performs - stable, accurate, reliable, and fast. Its name now spells "taco," making it a treat for anyone who loves tacos! O = Of course, credit is due to the Prusa i3 for establishing a widely adopted form factor. The TACO i3+ is built to the same basic measurements as the Prusa i3, allowing many innovations and mods developed by the community to be easily applied. i3+ = Our appreciation also extends to the Printerbot LCv2, which MyOpen3D used to cut its teeth on. Time spent with this printer undoubtedly shaped aspects of the TACO i3+'s design. Don't just take our word for it - build one and experience it firsthand! If you're in the Pacific Northwest, reach out to us; we'd be happy to connect with community members. To purchase a DIY or fully assembled TACO i3+ printer directly from MyOpen3D, simply contact us at MyOpen3D@gmail.com. Follow MyOpen3D for more fun projects and content on 3D printing, CNC milling, basic electronics, and engineering! https://www.myopen3D.com https://www.facebook.com/myopen3d https://www.instagram.com/myopen3d/ https://twitter.com/myopen3d