How good is the MakerBot replicator?

How good is the MakerBot replicator?

Overall, the Replicator 5th Generation has average-to-good print quality. We were a little underwhelmed by the 0.5mm minimum layer size, but for general day-to-day printing, it’ll do just fine. The problem is that this printer is intended for experienced users, yet offers very little to draw these people in.

Is MakerBot a good 3D printer?

The MakerBot Replicator Desktop 3D Printer stands out for its ease of setup, smooth operation, above-average print quality, user-friendly software, and multiple connectivity choices. It’s the best high-end 3D printer we’ve tested.

Does MakerBot own thingiverse?

Thingiverse is widely used in the DIY technology and Maker communities, by the RepRap Project and by 3D printer and MakerBot operators….Thingiverse.

Type of site Database
Owner MakerBot Industries
Created by Zach “Hoeken” Smith, Bre Pettis
Revenue Advertisement
URL www.thingiverse.com

What kind of files does MakerBot use?

stl or . obj file use the free Makerbot Desktop software (available here) to prepare the file for printing.

Who makes MakerBot?

Stratasys
MakerBot Industries, LLC is an American desktop 3D printer manufacturer company headquartered in New York City. It was founded in January 2009 by Bre Pettis, Adam Mayer, and Zach “Hoeken” Smith to build on the early progress of the RepRap Project. It was acquired by Stratasys in June 2013.

What kind of heater does the MakerBot use?

Insert the heater cartridge into heat block of the E3D hotend. Secure the cartridge using provided screw and 2mm allen wrench. Note: The MakerBot uses a 24 volt heater cartridge. Use the original cartridge, but in the event that the part needs to be replaced be sure a 24 volt heater cartridge is used.

Can a MakerBot be made with an E3D hot end?

Finally take the leap away from your stock Makerbot extruder and indulge in the precision printing that only an E3D All-Metal HotEnd can provide. Check out our step by step guide to get your Makerbot up and running with an E3D HotEnd. At MatterHackers we are constantly tinkering with our machines.

What happens if you plug a MakerBot hot end backwards?

If the temperature decreases instead of increases, then you have the thermocouple plugged in backwards. While the hot end is warm, tighten down the nozzle to make sure the heat break and the nozzle are snug and no oozing can occur.

What kind of screwdriver to use for MakerBot?

For example: MakerBot Replicator 2, Makerbot Replicator 2X (dual extrusion), Flashforge Creator X, Flashforge Creator Pro, Powerspec PRO, Monoprice Maker Architect, CTC Bizer, Wanhao Duplicator 4 and a few other equivalent machines. Phillips screwdriver #11.5mm