luke314pi Posted July 8, 2013 Author Share Posted July 8, 2013 Whoa, I didn't realize FormLabs was shipping already. I remember hearing about their Kickstarter campaign, but I thought it was going to be a while before they would be shipping units. (Of course my only real Kickstarter experience involves a long delayed "Agent" production, so probably not the best basis of comparison. ) I love the resolution of stereolithography. No sanding needed is a huge plus. I can't wait to see where you go with this. It seems like I'm always plugging Blender, but it's great for mechanical modeling. It has a bit of a learning curve, but that's true of any 3D program in my experience. They have shipped about 150 units so far, so they still have a ways to go before they fulfill all of their kickstarter rewards, but I was one of the first to pledge. Prior to that I was extremely close to buying a FDM type of 3D printer from a local manufacturer. It would have been cheaper, but the resolution was not nearly as good. Something like that chainsaw would not have been possible. I am going to make some changes to how I print my sledgehammer, crowbar, pipe, and baseball bat and try again tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zak Katz Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 It's seems strange to me that the chainsaw was easier to make then the other items you listed. The chainsaw is awesome though, it looks like an ice sculpture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cappy Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 I suspect Luke is having to experiment with axis of rotation. Do you print the sledgehammer laying flat, or with its head down and the handle up in the air? Maybe put the whole thing at an angle? I don't know the answers, it will be interesting to hear what he discovers. It's all about how the machine combines those many layers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaipo Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 (edited) it would be sweet to get a clear green plastic then you can make a bunch of stuff for Green Lantern. Edited July 8, 2013 by kaipo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kostisfire Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 it would be sweet to get a clear green plastic then you can make a bunch of stuff for Green Lantern. Seconded! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hellpop Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Hey Luke, ever think of making one of these? I would think it would be a natural for a guy named Luke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onyx_6 Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Posted this on Facebook, but: that chainsaw needs a Minimate arm-sized hole in the back of it... *cough*Ash*cough* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeycrumb Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 So how'd the retry on the crowbar, etc turn out? The online reviews of the Form One sound like there are a few recurring issues with successful prints. Do you attribute it to a learning curve, or an issue with the printer/software? Also, have you painted any of your prints? I'd be curious to see how well it takes paint, as well as how smooth the final product looks. I' assuming a lot of the lines I see on the prints are internal and not all on the surface. The resolution still looks gorgeous though. Keep up the great work! Can't wait to see the beer mugs turn up in your store Maybe some bottles to accompany them! 70's Tony Stark drinks straight fro the bottle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hellpop Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 If it prints anything like the stuff you can get from Shapeways, it paints up very nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nessex Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Love the chainsaw & the beer steins. They look great. I know some of the members here have had a go at dying clear minimates - have you tried dying any of the parts you've created yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MMao Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 it would be sweet to get a clear green plastic then you can make a bunch of stuff for Green Lantern. Or even clear blue plastic so blue tinted Iceman can get some stuff too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke314pi Posted July 10, 2013 Author Share Posted July 10, 2013 Love the chainsaw & the beer steins. They look great. I know some of the members here have had a go at dying clear minimates - have you tried dying any of the parts you've created yet? I don't know which dye to use. I have heard that the Rit Dye currently in stores no longer works on plastic. So how'd the retry on the crowbar, etc turn out? The online reviews of the Form One sound like there are a few recurring issues with successful prints. Do you attribute it to a learning curve, or an issue with the printer/software? Also, have you painted any of your prints? I'd be curious to see how well it takes paint, as well as how smooth the final product looks. I' assuming a lot of the lines I see on the prints are internal and not all on the surface. The resolution still looks gorgeous though. Keep up the great work! Can't wait to see the beer mugs turn up in your store Maybe some bottles to accompany them! 70's Tony Stark drinks straight fro the bottle The webbed up Shocker on Page 1 is a painted piece. I realized I had the weapons sized wrong - I am trying again tonight. I suspect Luke is having to experiment with axis of rotation. Do you print the sledgehammer laying flat, or with its head down and the handle up in the air? Maybe put the whole thing at an angle? I don't know the answers, it will be interesting to hear what he discovers. It's all about how the machine combines those many layers. I tried the weapons both on their sides and vertical. I have not tried them at an angle yet. But I think resizing them will help. I am trying to avoid the little bumps from the support structures as much as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groundhog7s Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 I'm just waiting for you to start mass producing alcoves for Borgs and Starks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bsore Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Wow Very nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinnsyk Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Absolutely love the stands you made Luke. Perfect use of a 3d printer. http://stuffpoint.com/index.php?r=268517 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rx78jj Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 the work you do is just above and beyond. I have always dreamed of the moment one could "print" anything their hearts desired at home. Now only if someone were to print a large scale minimate body?????????????????? Giant Man anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeycrumb Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 the work you do is just above and beyond. I have always dreamed of the moment one could "print" anything their hearts desired at home. Now only if someone were to print a large scale minimate body?????????????????? Giant Man anyone? Jaegers & Kaiju please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polarboy Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Sorry if this is a rude question, but I'm really curious how much the printer cost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MinimateMan1991 Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 I Absolutely love these especially the Webbing keep the awesome work up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke314pi Posted July 18, 2013 Author Share Posted July 18, 2013 Sorry if this is a rude question, but I'm really curious how much the printer cost? I was an early Kickstarter backer, so I got it for $2,499. Retail price on it is now $3,499. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM2 Dinobot Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Very nice. If I'dve had the $2,500 I'd have backed it as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyOnTheSpot Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 These things are going to revolutionize the hobby. Great work, Luke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke314pi Posted July 19, 2013 Author Share Posted July 19, 2013 This one isn't for Minimates, but I wanted to test the geometry. I used a lower resolution for this one - each layer is 0.5mm tall instead of 0.25mm tall. This dropped the printing time from 6 hours down to 3 hours. This cup is about 2" tall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nervous Rex Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 That is very nice looking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onyx_6 Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 A Minimate barrel! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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