raise-d³

thingiverse

I'm thrilled to share my latest project: a DIY 3D printer that's been a labor of love. After experimenting with various commercial printers, I was unimpressed by their flaws, even the high-end ones. So, I decided to build one from scratch, tweaking and refining it over several iterations until I landed on this i3-style design. The result is a robust printer that's perfect for daily production. I'm now using two of them, and they've become an integral part of my workflow. The best part? It's incredibly easy to assemble using readily available materials like plywood and common mechanical components. I've also taken steps to minimize closed-source components, ensuring high-quality prints and versatility. Here are some key features that make this printer stand out: * A spacious build volume of 250 x 270 x 250mm * Swappable printheads with the Titan Aero as the recommended standard * Auto bed leveling for seamless printing * Seamless integration with Octoprint, complete with an adjustable camera mount * A sturdy construction made from 12mm beech plywood * A silicone-heated precision aluminum heatbed for optimal temperature control * A spoolholder capable of accommodating up to four 1kg spools on bearings * A closed electronic compartment with centralized airflow The print quality is impressive, as evident in this close-up shot at 0.1mm resolution: [link to YouTube video]. The project page, complete with a Git repository, manuals, and kits, will soon be available on raise-uav.com/projekte/raise-three-d/.