Thing-O-Matic 3D Printer

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The Thing-O-Matic is a revolution in 3D printing due to its Automated Build Platform, allowing for unattended print jobs with continuous builds and automatic surface clearing between prints. With the MK5 plastruder, users can expect thousands of hours of trouble-free printing as it features an extremely reliable and simple-to-maintain design. The improved drive system ensures optimum positioning accuracy, resulting in higher quality prints with better layer alignment and increased resolution. Connecting over USB is easier than ever, as the new electronics automatically home, heat up, and begin printing upon command. Technical specifications include a size of 12" x 12" x 16", usable build areas of 100mm x 100mm x 100mm with the automated platform and 110mm x 110mm x 120mm with the acrylic platform, Generation 4 electronics supporting up to 5 stepper drivers, USB or SD card printing interface, full endstop support, high current mosfets, thermocouple support, and a power usage of XX watts. Detailed documentation can be found on the MakerBot wiki at http://wiki.makerbot.com/thingomatic.