Making Custom Lapel Pins on a Milling Machine
Using an Othermill to create your own custom pins.
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Vertex Nano
The Vertex Nano is tiny, with a 3″ square bed, but there are plenty of projects you could print on it. Print quality is generally good, with no problems using the default settings. The print surface is unheated BuildTak, so you’ll likely want to stick to PLA. Some Quirks The recommended slicer is currently only […]
Printrbot Smalls Limited Edition
Although the Smalls may look like the Printrbot Simple’s little brother, it boasts a larger print volume, a smaller overall footprint, and perhaps even a little more personality and panache. Limited vs. Standard The Limited Edition features a slightly larger build platform, linear rails over the standard’s linear rods, and an attractive wood trim exterior. […]
Zortrax M300
The Zortrax M300 boasts a large build volume, precise prints, and support for a variety of materials. The assisted calibration is smooth and accurate, giving feedback as you tighten screws underneath the bed. Pluses and Minuses One standout feature is the perforated bed, which resulted in extremely solid first layers. The mandatory rafts were easy […]
Monoprice Select Mini v2
You might be skeptical at its $220 price point, but the diminutive Monoprice Select Mini V2 delivers. With its small but usable build volume and impressive feature set it brings tremendous utility to the table. A Pleasant Surprise The steel body is unexpectedly sturdy, and the heated bed is insulated with a textured build surface. […]