3d printing service

[Thalan the Exiled]

Ok so I have been modeling parts in 3D for a while now. I do not have a 3d printer and have always wanted to have some of my parts printed, chassis mainly. I have looked at shapeways but I like the ability to design my own. I recently found a website that lets you upload you design(stl) and choose a material. Then they find printing services for you based on your location. I had an item printed thru them, a camera mount for a drone. The person who printed it was less than a mile from me and it only cost about $6.00. I have priced a full chassis and it was about $10.00. This site gives you tons of options for materials and there are tons of printers to choose from. I will post a link if an admin lets me know it is ok. If not message me and I will let you know. I plan to have a chassis printed for a reveal saber. And maybe some shroud items. After I get the chassis I will post some pics. So someone let me know about the link.

[jbkuma]

I've been printing most of my own parts and only using shapeways for parts that I sell. I picked up a Monoprice Select Mini for $200 and I'm pretty pleased with it. I've used it way more than I thought I would for things around the house. I've also be doing some prop work lately so it's been really nice to be able to make custom parts for that.

[Whosle]

Every time I print something at home, I cackle like a maniac, and utter in a thick Russian accent, " Sieze the means of production comrade".

Just kidding, but this socialist scourge of 3d printing must stop. You should buy your overpriced plastic stuff at walmart .

That was also sarcasm, or was it?

[Darth Nurse]

Yeah, finding someone that could print basic things like spacers and whatnot would be great.

[Thalan the Exiled]

Well here is the link. If it violates something then just delete this post. https://www.3dhubs.com

I use 123D to create my 3d models then export them as .stl for upload to the site.

[rlobrecht]

You can also look for Tech Shop or other maker spaces that have equipment to rent. A bunch of them had displays at Comicpalooza in Houston this year.

[jbkuma]

Your local library may even have a printer.