Jun 5, 2015 | By Simon
Although it’s become common to hear about new 3D printer releases on a seemingly daily basis, some releases stick out more than others as true innovations or revolutionary game-changers within the additive manufacturing industry. Oftentimes these developments don’t always involve the technology itself but rather, the cost, distribution or other overlooked details of a machine that are otherwise helping propel 3D printing into a worldwide mainstream practice.
Among other companies who fit this bill include the Danish company Blueprinter, who focus on creating affordable 3D printers that use Selective Heat Sintering (SHS) technology.
The company announced this week that they are launching the next generation of their flagship 3D printer - the Blueprinter M3 - which builds off of the success of their existng M-series lineup.
Designed to be used in a business setting, the rectangular 3D printer features an improved sleeker surface and display while staying true to the original M-series design, both on the outside and inside of the printer.
Although the original M2 was considered to be a very user-friendly the design, the company has improved upon the experience and designed the M3 so that every part and feature of the printer works seamlessly. Additionally, the noise has been reduced by 60% and the entire system uses significantly less power. For those looking to build multiple parts in a single print session, the M3 has an increased build volume of 200mm x 157mm x 150mm.
New design features and improvements of the M3 include:
- All-new industrial design
- Build volume up 7%
- Build Volume is 200 x 157 x 150mm
- Reduced noise on vibrators by 60%
- Much-improved smoother skin/aesthetics
- Simplified electronics and mechanics
- Stiffer chassis, 40% improvement
- New mechanism for powder shovels
- New designed powder drawers
- New lid hinge mechanism with damping
- All exposed surfaces painted
- Improved service access for maintenance
“The SHS technology has made 3D printing affordable, which makes a huge difference for our customers,” said Blueprinter reseller and founder of the Finnish company AN-Cadsolutions.
“The schools in Finland are one of our main customer groups and they can’t afford expensive printers. That’s why we started focusing on more cost-efficient printers, which are user-friendly and reliable. That’s why the Blueprinter caught our eye. After we got a hold of it we started testing it with all kinds of parts. We were quite thrilled about the result we got from the tests and that’s why we keep working with its ability to deliver strong, flexible and recyclable parts. The material enables us to be as creative as we want and makes it fun to work with. So now we’re printing dinosaurs, ski goggles… craniums … we print just about anything we think of.”
At $28,000, the printer is far from being cheap for casual users who may be better off with a desktop 3D printer, however along with the price comes a durable build quality that’s sure to last the test of time for most small businesses. Included with the price is 12 kilograms of M-Flex powder and a 3D print finishing station.
Those interested can find out more and receive a personal quote over at Blueprinter.
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