MendelMax
Release status: working, but needs user feedback.
Description | A true reprap; printed brackets, with the rigidity of aluminium extrusions.
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MendelMax is a new RepRap 3d printer designed by Maxbots. It is a true reprap, using printed brackets, but instead of using threaded rod for the structural elements it uses inexpensive aluminum extrusions. This gives a huge increase in rigidity for a minimal extra cost (Self sourcing will cost about $50 more than a standard Prusa when purchased from the recommended suppliers). The required extrusions are available world wide from a variety of suppliers.
In addition to greatly increased rigidity, this design is faster to assemble (probably 4 hours for most users), a larger (and more easily scaled) build area, easier to print, and easier to hack on.
Files (.stl's) is found for now at MendelMax thingiverse page. For full assembly instructions and parts lists see its homepage.