HiRes 3D printer

[Paul Wasson]

Did everybody see this?

http://hackaday.com/2011/04/01/3d-printer-gets-a-big-resolution-improvement/

http://3dhomemade.blogspot.com/

Wow!  Can't wait to see what he puts up on Kickstarter.

- Paul

[Rick Osgood]

Yea I did see that.  The results are fantastic.  I'm curious how strong the final print is.  Can you make usable parts out of that resin or is it just for models?  I have heard that resin he is using is pretty expensive but the results may be worth it.

[Mike Shkolnik]

This sounds like the method used by the vflash. A vflash resin cartridge costs around $900. Plus you have to give each piece a bath in fixant and then a rinse in water.

[Paul Wasson]

Even if its only for modeling, I'd still be interested.  I usually give my Makebot pieces a quick bath in acetone to smooth the surfaces (which also weakens the structure).

[Rick Osgood]

I've never tried that acetone trick.  I may have to give it a shot if I print a part I need or want smooth.  I do like the finish the ABP gives to the bottom side of my parts.  It's always smooth and glossy from the heated platform.  I wish the rest of the sides looked like that.

[Mike Shkolnik]

Here’s a video showing the vflash in action:

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRlm3lQePjI

 

-Mike