Cheapest 3D Printer You Know Of

PrinterMan · 2016-03-11T16:08:36.000Z

Hey guys. Do any of you know the cheapest 3D printer? I don’t care if it is a kit, as long as it comes with everything needed. I don’t want to make the full commitment to 3D printing yet. If the 3D printer is under $200, I’m all ears. Thank you for your help.

mit3ch · 2016-03-11T17:05:43.000Z

It really depends what you want a really cheap printer would be http://printrbot.com/shop/assembled-printrbot-play/ but it’s a bit over $200 the only pre built ones under $200 are super small and don’t have any practical use. Depending where you source your parts you could possibly build a reprap to fit your price range . I just wouldn’t expect anything too great for less than $500 Ish and I’ve gone through a few printers it’s a lot less hassle if you just save some $ and buy or make something that’s dependable

daniel871 · 2016-03-11T17:09:48.000Z

The Monoprice Maker Select (Prusa i3 V2 clone) is a pretty decent deal for $350 (and Monoprice runs a “$20 off any $100 purchase” coupon on the website at least once a month).

8" x 8" x 7" build area, heated plate, hotend that can handle anything sub-250C.

I like mine and it’s been both more reliable and has produced better prints than my $800 Robo3D R1 (which is a source of frustration on that side of things).

MattSmith · 2016-03-11T17:30:28.000Z

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twiesner · 2016-03-11T17:35:52.000Z

Are there any specific features you are looking for? The only one I am aware of under $200 is the Lewihe Play Maker(http://www.lewihe.com/shop/play/).

Else there is M3d for $349. I’ve heard it is decent for a first printer owner. Comes with a heated bed so not too bad of a deal.

Duplicator I3 by Wanhao is for $399

Depending where you go you may find a Prusa i3 diy kit for under $400

PrinterMan · 2016-03-12T11:45:36.000Z

Thank you for all of your suggestions. I think that I will go with the Fabrikator Mini. It is only about $180.

hopkir · 2016-03-13T00:01:18.000Z

I bought a RepRap Xi3 kit for $238. It shipped from China, through Hong Kong, and was here in 5 days.

And now they’ve cut the price to $218. http://www.reprapmall.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=24_79&product_id=132

You will need to have a good understanding of electronics to build this kit, as the directions are not good, but if you are good mechanically and electronically, you can do it.