Hi everyone,
I wanted to let you know that for ColorFabb I’ve started looking in to a more eco-friendly spool.
Take a look at my first blog-post here: http://learn.colorfabb.com/colorfabb-new-spool-design/ 1
I would love it if you would join me to find the best solution by bringing on new ideas ans sharing your experiences!
Cheers,
Jos,
Team ColorFabb.
Sounds like a great initiative!
Very good idea, have you seen this blog post before? Reprap development and further adventures in DIY 3D printing: Update on 3D Printing Filament Spool Standard Might help you out!
Hi Pierceyuk,
Thanks, I’ve read RichRap’s blogs as well has his work with the 3DPA in creating a universal spool standard.
This information will be used for sure, but his work focuses mostly on the dimensions of the spool.
That being said, I’ve been in contact with RichRap and he is very willing to help out in this project.
Because of his work on the universal spool standard, he has a lot of knowledge about this subject.
My main focus will be looking in to eco-friendly options first, as this will determine in part the final design because of the production method, material and properties we want in our new spool.
If you guys have ideas about new and/or innovative materials or possibly other end-of-life options (recycling, bio-degradable, re-usable etc.) to make for a more environmentally sustainable spool in any way, feel free to let me know on the ColorFabb blog or in here.
