Quoted from Oldgoat:Sounds like a fair amount of tweaks are needed...were the files for the addons readily available? Also, what software do you use?
This is typical tweaking and the need to print parts to make the printer better that exists sub $1500. If you want turn key you have to go into that range. I like my printer ($350 one) but using it and keeping it printing high quality parts is it's own hobby. Totally agree that before having shapeways print you a metal one (which will probably be a $100+ print job) you want to iterate some.
Other options:
- maybe there's a maker space / fab lab in your community?
- our public library here now has 3d printers.
