The LAST big upgrade

[JDigital]

Perhaps every 3 hours?

[michika]

Originally Posted by JDigital

Perhaps every 3 hours?

Something like that!

Pump on my new skimmer seized up last night. Vinegar bath for both it and I ensued. Foul skimmate production is back on track again this morning.


I started 3D printing new probe holders as well for the tank. This is my first foray into this so its been a interesting ride so far.

Movie link to 3D printing in action.

[mseepman]

Am I the only one confused? 3D printing...that movie was awesome but what are you using to do that?

[Reef Pilot]

They're getting pretty cheap now. Great for making plastic parts and soon metal alloys, too. Just scan and "print".
http://arstechnica.com/business/2013...-and-scanners/

[michika]

Originally Posted by mseepman

Am I the only one confused? 3D printing...that movie was awesome but what are you using to do that?

The actual machine itself is called a Reprap. I picked it up for about $650 all in, and then another $150 or so for materials (PLA, PVC, Nylon spools).

I'll post some more videos soon. There is plenty more being printed, but my phone has no storage space left.

[FishyFishy!]

Those things are so frikin cool! I kinda want to buy one.

Did you find yours locally?

[michika]

Originally Posted by FishyFishy!

Those things are so frikin cool! I kinda want to buy one.

Did you find yours locally?

No, out of Montreal for the printer and Ottawa I think for the spools.

However, if you're serious about wanting one, send me a PM. I can print you a nearly complete kit for probably cheaper than I paid.

Right now the whole thing is at the tail end of the calibration process. At first it had some issues printing circles and then getting the nozzle temperature right but I think it's all hammered out now. Essentially I am going to have my machine print a couple of copies of itself for safekeeping/just in case. I'd be happy to add a set for you if you're interested.

[Magma]

Wait so your 3D Printer is going to print a copy of itself...??