Hi, I am brand new to 3d printing and I think it’s something I’d like to get more into. The only issue is I have extremely limited space, and I travel for work.

I am wondering if there are any 3d printers that would be practical for this type of lifestyle. I was eyeballing the prusa mini +.

Are there any 3d printers that pack/travel well?

  • rustyriffs@lemmy.worldOP
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    1 year ago

    I’m definitely eyeballing this one pretty hard.

    I am wondering how easy/difficult is the z axis assembly would be to take apart from the main unit?

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      1 year ago

      Imho that axis is the backbone of the whole unit.

      Personally I would not do that: you will disable the whole thing. And while it then can be packed in a flat back I cannot image it will not come at a big cost of stability and loose thingies after doing this over and over.

      I would just put in one of those really useful boxes, make sure the bed and other axes cannot move to spare the stepper motors. I image myself using towels or clothes to do this, you know thing that I would have to move anyway.

      That said: it’s a great machine at a good price point. You’ll have lots of fun with it!

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        1 year ago

        So, you’re suggesting to just put the whole thing in a box without disconnecting anything and it should be fine so long as I’m padding it appropriately right?

        Thank you!

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          1 year ago

          Just my 2 cents but yeah that’s basically it.

          🤔

          … maybe drop Prusa Support a note with your question. Ask them what they would recommend. Just to get their opinion. Imho can’t hurt!

          If you can safely move it without disassemble, I think the re-calibration would be minimal.

          —- Disclaimer: I have never done this. Although I believe this is going to be ok, I’m not responsible.

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            1 year ago

            No worries, friend. I’ll make sure I email them if I feel like I need to. I appreciate the help