Earlier this week, GADGETS3D announced a new RepRap 3D printer based on the popular Prusai3 build.
According to the 3Ders crew, the small, low-cost G3D 3D printer is specifically designed for use in schools, SMBs and individual customers. The G3D is slated to ship in November, with an initial price tag of $499.
Key technical specs include:
- Build Volume (L | W | H – mm) 200 x 200 x 200
- Precise laser cut acrylic frame
- Wade style Extruder
- G3D Hot-End for 1.75mm/3mm PLA/ABS (pre-assembled)
- Nozzle diameter 0.4mm/0.5mm
- Material – 1.75mm/3mm PLA, ABS, Nylon, Laybrick, Laywood
- High power RAMPS (Atmel-Arduino Mega) 1.4 electronics (pre-configured)
- G3D Stepper Motor drivers
- High torque NEMA 17 Steppers Motors
- G3D LCD display with G3D Shield including SD card reader and SD Card for standalone operation
- Four-point platform leveling
- Removable acrylic sheet for good adhesion and easy part removing
- Recommended software: RepetierHost & Slic3r
- Assembly manual
- Marlin firmware (pre-configured)
You can read more about the G3D on the official GADGETS3D page here.
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