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by Dave K
Fri Aug 01, 2014 4:52 pm
Forum: M2 Dual Extruder
Topic: Dual Extruder Upgrade - Limited Availability
Replies: 163
Views: 179118

Re: Dual Extruder Upgrade - Limited Availability

Rick,

If the PTFE version will safely do 275C or thereabouts I'll take that if you need beta testers for the PTFE version.
by Dave K
Wed Jul 30, 2014 7:53 pm
Forum: M2 Dual Extruder
Topic: Dual Extruder Upgrade - Limited Availability
Replies: 163
Views: 179118

Re: Dual Extruder Upgrade - Limited Availability

To whoever has been ill...get well soon :)
by Dave K
Mon Jul 28, 2014 2:01 am
Forum: M2 Dual Extruder
Topic: Dual Extruder Upgrade - Limited Availability
Replies: 163
Views: 179118

Re: Dual Extruder Upgrade - Limited Availability

Thanks for the update Rick!
by Dave K
Sun Jul 27, 2014 2:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need help getting started with NinjaFlex (jams)
Replies: 8
Views: 11222

Re: Need help getting started with NinjaFlex (jams)

I haven't done a lot with Ninjaflex, but I did find that I couldn't run it through the clear plastic guide tube without problems. There was too much friction. So I rigged up a makeshift support using a cardboard tube, much less friction, and ran it right to the extruder, not through the guide tube. ...
by Dave K
Sat Jul 26, 2014 7:41 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: Simple PLA tub, and not so simple filament spool roller
Replies: 8
Views: 16841

Re: Simple PLA tub, and not so simple filament spool roller

That is too cool :D Nice solution!
by Dave K
Sun Jul 13, 2014 1:37 am
Forum: Getting Started
Topic: M2 Purchasing Itinerary
Replies: 22
Views: 32457

Re: M2 Purchasing Itinerary

I'm not sure about the availability right now. I bought one after using the stock USB interface for a few months. I wouldn't call it a must-have. But It's nice being able to control the print right at the printer without having to be tethered to a PC or laptop. Very convenient. You also have access ...
by Dave K
Sat Jul 12, 2014 11:53 pm
Forum: Getting Started
Topic: M2 Purchasing Itinerary
Replies: 22
Views: 32457

Re: M2 Purchasing Itinerary

Dale's list is pretty comprehensive. The only other things that come to mind that I use often are calipers and small needle nosed pliers (good for removing supports in tight places). For filament I use mostly PLA, if it's going to stay indoors and not be physically stressed, or PET+. I did some repl...
by Dave K
Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:15 am
Forum: Printed Object Showcase
Topic: Abe Lincoln
Replies: 3
Views: 6430

Re: Abe Lincoln

i dont know if it looks cool or a bit creepy lol. the stone effect is pretty cool. to make it look more like a sculpture. i dont think i my wife would like it looking at her.....hmmm on second thought maybe ill print one hehe 8-) I got the same reaction to a black PLA print I did with this same lif...
by Dave K
Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:02 am
Forum: How-to/Guides/Tips
Topic: How to get a smooth finish on a PLA printed part
Replies: 21
Views: 35781

Re: How to get a smooth finish on a PLA printed part

That's a gorgeous finish, Jim!
by Dave K
Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Flexible filament on Kickstarter
Replies: 8
Views: 14548

Re: Flexible filament on Kickstarter

I've got three spools of Polymakr filament from a Kickstarter campaign coming soon...hopefully...including flexible. The Zen filament is tempting too. Seems like there has been an explosion of different FFF filament types and manufacturers over the last 6 months or so.