ImportedParts

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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.