RUG/UK/Thames Valley/FirstStepsFAQ

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First Steps FAQ

This page is intended to create an introductory guide for those new to RepRap, please add links or text that you think will help

YouTube Tutorials

For those new to RepRap you should watch the two parts of Malcolm Napier's presentation recorded at OGGCamp11 Part1 Part2

Follow on with this introduction to 3D printing

Visual guide to Makergear Prusa Mendel

Learning about different machines and price points

FAQ

Q: How do I get to the main wiki page, is there a short url?

A: there is a bitly shortlink, just type "j.mp/tvrrug" into your browser

Q: What electronics are used for the TVRRUG RepRap

A: @folknology is leading a project to create a custom set of e-modules. They will be Arduino compatible. 

  Main unit
  Motor unit
  Optional Numeric unit
  Optional Dual Stepper unit
  Power Adapter unit

Q: Why are we not using Arduino?

A: the TVRRUG E-Mods will be more functional and lower cost

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