Jul.7, 2012
Emmanuel Gilloz, the creator of the Foldarap 3d printer has launched a crowdfunding project on Ulule. The FoldaRap is an open-source 3D-Printer, a foldable RepRap.
Before designing FoldaRap Emmanuel Gilloz has built several different RepRaps such as Mendel, Prusa, Orca, Huxley, etc. Later he came up with the idea to build a 3D printer that anyone can easily carry with.
The FoldaRap is made with robust aluminium extrusions. All the electronics are safely enclosed in the base, connected via USB. The max build envelope is 140 x 140 x 140 mm. Most important: it can be folded and carried on a bike or shipped in a flight case.
(credit: Emmanuel Gilloz)
It took him 5-7 months to develop this project. On Ulule his project was funded 24% in the first 24 hours. Up to now 68% (€4434) are raised on a goal of €6500. Before Aug.8, 2012, for €650 you will receive a complete kit with all the parts needed to build a FoldaRap, packaged in a little cardboard box. The funds will be used for developing new prototypes, making bulk orders and all expenses for beta-testers and marketing.
If you find this project interesting check the campaign page here. Watch the FoldaRap frame assembly test in the video below after the break.
Thanks Franck for the tip!
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how do I purchase the framing part of the kit