Where to Find Affordable Multicolor 3D Printers?

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The discussion centers on finding affordable multicolor 3D printers, with specific mention of a new model priced around $500. Participants highlight the rapid evolution of the 3D printer market, noting the challenges in keeping track of available options due to the influx of new companies. Recommendations include researching potential purchases thoroughly and opting for printers with simpler features to enhance usability. The importance of self-leveling print surfaces is emphasized as a significant advancement that reduces setup complexity.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of 3D printing technology and terminology
  • Familiarity with multicolor printing techniques
  • Knowledge of printer features such as extruder nozzles and print surfaces
  • Awareness of market trends in consumer 3D printers
NEXT STEPS
  • Research affordable multicolor 3D printers under $500
  • Learn about self-leveling print surfaces and their benefits
  • Explore 3D printing co-ops and community resources in Southern California
  • Investigate the latest advancements in dual extruder technology
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Hobbyists, 3D printing enthusiasts, and anyone interested in purchasing an affordable multicolor 3D printer will benefit from this discussion.

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Several interesting moonscape files can be downloaded from here for 3D printing.
 
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Someone has to try one of these! I wish I had a 3d printer. Anyone got suggestions at a reasonable price?
 
Some Home Depot stores started stocking them about a year ago.
'3D printer group' yields 1 700 000 hits on Google. I hear there are several physical groups/co-ops around my area, Southern California.
 
Greg Bernhardt said:
Anyone got suggestions at a reasonable price?
Here is a description of a new multicolor printer for something like $500.
The 3D printer market is changing quickly these days. There used to a a place where I would send people for an overview of available printers (consumer and professional) but I think they gave up because of too many new companies and rapid changes.
I would recommend looking into anything you might want to buy before purchasing it.
Keeping complex features to a minimum might also make later used easier.

I bought a printer several years ago. It has two extruder nozzles for doing two kinds (or colors) in the same printing. This is cool, but there was not a good way to adjust them relative to each other.
Because they came not at exactly equal height and there was no adjuster screw, I had to remove the extruders from that which holds them, make a bunch of shims and try a variety out until I got them perfectly equal in height.
A self-leveling print surface is now pretty normal as I understand and would reduce fiddling.
 

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