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For about a year, former aerospace engineer Sam Cervantes served as the chief of operations for Makerbot, the Brooklyn-based 3D printer manufacturer. While the reasons for his departure hasn’t been made public, his subsequent activities have – he’s been developing another 3D printer, known as the Solidoodle. He recently unveiled the latest model, the Solidoodle 2, which comes fully-assembled for just under $500.
Like other home 3D printers, the Solidoodle creates actual objects based on computer files, by depositing layers of molten plastic on a platform. Different colors of finished products are achieved simply by using different colors of filament plastic stock.
The Solidoodle 2 is capable of building objects measuring up to 6 x 6 x 6 inches (15.24 cm), which is a step up from the original model’s 4-inch (10 cm) limit. The steel-framed Base model is Windows, Mac, and Linux compatible and includes everything needed to start printing, for US$499. Extras on the $549 Pro model include a heated build platform (to prevent bottom warping of objects), an upgraded power supply and interior lighting, while the $599 Expert model additionally features an outer cover and a front acrylic door.
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<p>For about a year, former aerospace engineer Sam Cervantes served as the chief of operations for Makerbot, the Brooklyn-based 3D printer manufacturer. While the reasons for his departure hasn’t been made public, his subsequent activities have – he’s been developing another 3D printer, known as the Solidoodle. He recently unveiled the latest model, the Solidoodle 2, which comes fully-assembled for just under $500.</p> <ul id="gallery_images"> <li><a href="/solidoodle-3d-printer/22326/pictures#1" class="image"><img src="http://images.gizmag.com/gallery_tn/solidoodle-0.jpg" title="An object created using the Solidoodle 2" alt="An object created using the Solidoodle 2"></a></li> <li><a href="/solidoodle-3d-printer/22326/pictures#2" class="image"><img src="http://images.gizmag.com/gallery_tn/solidoodle-1.jpg" title="An object created using the Solidoodle 2" alt="An object created using the Solidoodle 2"></a></li> <li><a href="/solidoodle-3d-printer/22326/pictures#3" class="image"><img src="http://images.gizmag.com/gallery_tn/solidoodle-2.jpg" title="Objects created using the Solidoodle 2" alt="Objects created using the Solidoodle 2"></a></li> <li><a href="/solidoodle-3d-printer/22326/pictures#4" class="image"><img src="http://images.gizmag.com/gallery_tn/solidoodle-3.jpg" title="An object created using the Solidoodle 2" alt="An object created using the Solidoodle 2"></a></li> <li id="view_all"><a href="/solidoodle-3d-printer/22326/pictures" class="blue">View all<br></a></li> </ul> <div class="clear_both"></div> <p>Like other home 3D printers, the Solidoodle creates actual objects based on computer files, by depositing layers of molten plastic on a platform. Different colors of finished products are achieved simply by using different colors of filament plastic stock.</p> <p>The Solidoodle 2 is capable of building objects measuring up to 6 x 6 x 6 inches (15.24 cm), which is a step up from the original model’s 4-inch (10 cm) limit. The steel-framed Base model is Windows, Mac, and Linux compatible and includes everything needed to start printing, for US$499. Extras on the $549 Pro model include a heated build platform (to prevent bottom warping of objects), an upgraded power supply and interior lighting, while the $599 Expert model additionally features an outer cover and a front acrylic door.</p> |
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