ImportedParts
Revision as of 23:09, 17 May 2010 by Ben.Rockhold (talk | contribs)
RepRap machines are intended to evolve to the point at which they will be able to make a great majority of their own parts. However, there are a few parts which it won't be able to make... at least for now.
Simple List of Non-Printed Parts
- Grease
- Standard electronic chips such as microcontrollers and optical sensors
- Standard electrical wiring, USB connectors, etc.
- Motors (Stepper, Servo, and DC alike)
- Power Supply
- Bolts -- though these can be reduced in count with design accomodations.
- Ø8 mm steel rods
Beyond that, all of the structural and mechanical parts should eventually be printable with FDM Rapid Prototyping technology. Except perhaps the hand that assembles it... for now anyway.