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The Idea Builder (aka 3D20) is fully enclosed, easy to use, reliable, and produces decent prints.
The simple software, touchscreen interface, and warranty make it a good value for beginners or those who don’t want to play with hardware.
PLUSES AND MINUSES
Dremel’s easy-to-follow videos can get you up and printing in about 30 minutes. A leveling card is included, which takes the guesswork out of what paper to use for manual bed leveling.
However, the software is lacking in some pretty fundamental features — most notably the ability to add support material directly. Dremel also requires proprietary filament. It’s probably to ensure users aren’t using impure filament, but with only 10 colors available — and most of them translucent — your options are limited. Additionally, at $30 for only 0.5 Kg, the costs can add up quickly.
CONCLUSION
The Idea Builder 3D printer is poised to attract adopters of stable technology. Schools and users who want a reliable tool that comes with a warranty will enjoy this machine.
| Specs | |
| 3D Idea Builder | 3dprinter.dremel.com |
|---|---|
| Price As Tested: | $999 |
| Build Volume: | 230×150×140mm |
| Bed Style: | Not Heated, Acrylic with BuildTak |
| Filament Size: | 1.75mm |
| Open Filament?: | No, Voids warranty |
| Temperature Control?: | Yes, Tool head (230°C max) |
| Print Untethered?: | Yes, SD card and touchscreen controls |
| Onboard Controls?: | Yes |
| Host/Slicer Software: | Dremel3D |
| OS: | Mac, Linux, Windows |
| Firmware: | Closed |
| Open Software?: | No |
| Open Hardware?: | No |
| Maximum Decibels: | 80.4 |
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