Can you provide a list of three options that must be included, if you are going to purchase of a 3D printer?
I have been asked to provide a list of options for evaluating the selecting of a 3D printer. A friend of mine is considering making a purchase. He has no experience with 3D printers. He is looking for some insight before making the purchase. The only experience I have with 3D printers is, having attended a few of the sessions of 3D Printing For Makers: Free 4 Part Webinar Series . After reviewing my notes I came up with the following list.
- Number of extruders
- Type of polymer supported
- Closed or open case
- Heated deck
- Software
The list is pretty short. I am unable to rank importance. I'm looking for input from the Experts or rather those people that have or have used a 3D printer. These people from experience have insight into the printing. I'm thinking they can provide a recommendation on options they feel can make or break a 3D printer. If you are aware of a gotchas to avoid that would be appreciated.
The printer purchase is for a resident of Canada. The budget for the project is less than thousand in Canadian dollars. I would speculate the printer will be used to support primarily designs within a model railroad environment. The user is not experienced and has basis computer user skills.
If you were looking to purchase a 3D printer, what would be your must have options?
