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04-12-2016, 03:50 PM
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#1 | | I WANT MY 10 YEARS BACK FROM RS.net!
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| pls recommend cheap local 3d printing
I have two plastic pieces I'd like to print
one I already have, just want a different colour so it needs to be scanned.
the other I have the file
any recommendations for shops that offers this?
cheaper the better, material doesn't have to be super durable.
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04-12-2016, 03:57 PM
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#2 | | 2x Variable Nockenwellen Steuerung
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Have you tried the library?
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04-12-2016, 04:17 PM
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#3 | | Witness protection
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here you go: http://www.3D604.org
maybe someone in this group can help. an aquaintance used this to find someone to print a clutch pedal spacer for his car... but i can't remember who helped him out 
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04-12-2016, 04:20 PM
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#4 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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you can also try to attend some makerspace meetups
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04-12-2016, 05:10 PM
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#5 | | I WANT MY 10 YEARS BACK FROM RS.net!
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does VPL have 3D printers already? You just reminded me Richmond has 'em. Awesome.
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04-12-2016, 06:09 PM
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I use 3D Hubs quite often. You can source from a number of private printers in the area. It's actually convenient enough and most users seemed priced well enough that I've held off buying my own 3D printer, and instead use their service. https://www.3dhubs.com/
It basically links you with some private individual who owns a printer and is willing to do jobs on the side. I've had stuff made by UBC students living in West Van, an engineer tinkering on the side and a guy who's slowly working towards making it his primary income.
-Dave
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04-12-2016, 06:50 PM
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#7 | | I only answer to my username, my real name is Irrelevant!
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That's neat didn't realize all these options were available, guess I could've repaired my childhood RC car with ease (broken gear I coudlnt find a double for)
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04-12-2016, 07:43 PM
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#8 | | To me, there is the Internet and there is RS
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I am a member of Makerspace Nanaimo and we have a number of 3D printers. If have the file I can print it for you. 20 cents a gram plus shipping. Max size we can do is 6x6x6 inches. Hit me with a PM.
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04-12-2016, 08:10 PM
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I recently got David 3D scanner software which works with a webcam and projector to scan objects into a 3D file for the printer to read.
Im still preparing though.. my object needs to be spray painted matte white because reflections ruin accuracy. To keep my object clean, I purchased latex rubber fluid from Walmart which would peel off at the end and keep the inside sealed.
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04-28-2016, 10:42 AM
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#10 | | I WANT MY 10 YEARS BACK FROM RS.net!
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Originally Posted by CCA-Dave  I use 3D Hubs quite often. You can source from a number of private printers in the area. It's actually convenient enough and most users seemed priced well enough that I've held off buying my own 3D printer, and instead use their service. https://www.3dhubs.com/
It basically links you with some private individual who owns a printer and is willing to do jobs on the side. I've had stuff made by UBC students living in West Van, an engineer tinkering on the side and a guy who's slowly working towards making it his primary income.
-Dave | Dave, my experience with 3D Hubs since starting this thread has been great. It's easy to use and print jobs available were reasonably priced. The staff are also helpful if you have questions.
Appreciate the recommendation...cheers.
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04-28-2016, 01:18 PM
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#11 | | To me, there is the Internet and there is RS
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Originally Posted by twitchyzero Dave, my experience with 3D Hubs since starting this thread has been great. It's easy to use and print jobs available were reasonably priced. The staff are also helpful if you have questions.
Appreciate the recommendation...cheers. | How much did it cost you?
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04-28-2016, 10:28 PM
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#12 | | I WANT MY 10 YEARS BACK FROM RS.net!
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PLA 200 microns 6x10x2.5cm
$8 startup $1.5 for materials...hub was in my neighbourhood so I picked it up 2 days later
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