The 2020 Ender 3 pro is perfect for anyone just getting started in 3d printing. It features a 8.5" x 8.5" x 9.0" work envelope.
The parts in blue are for training and personalizing the printer. I'll be glad to send you the STL Files.
The Ender 3 pro is the first 3d printer everyone should own. The 2020 model shares the advanced features previously only found on high end printers. The Ender line is considered open source. This means the printer is made with off the shelf components. All of these replacement parts are readily available. Even if the manufacturer creality should go out of business the open source ender 3 pro printer will live on forever. The quality of the products produced on this printer are more than enough for business and personal needs.
I own the ender 3 pro $240 Amazon Link
there's a new V2 model that's $285 Amazon Link
The Printer Manufacturer is www.creality.com
There's a nice company video on the manufacturer Creality here youtube link
Here are the spools of filament material that I use. I only use PLA 1.75mm dia. Link here It's recommended that newbies stick with the more forgiving PLA material. ABS and Carbon fiber require ventilation.
Cura is the free slicing software. Although the printer comes with a slicing program the free cura is much better. Download Link Here
All 3D printers work of from files called "STL" files. They are text files of a triangulated mesh of your intended part. STL files are to either be downloaded or created using a 3d cad tool.
Thingiverse is the place to find and download free SLT files Link Here
I own a commercial license of solidworks for 3d CAD design. However I'm in the process of switching over to the autodesk Fusion 360 Link Here . The reason is that fusion offers a free personal license. Which is perfect for the home 3d printer beginner CAD designer. The solidworks cost over 3k and I'm able to do everything I need in Fusion 360.
There are many printers out there. I'm suggesting this one because I know how to use it and will be easier for me to help answer your questions and get you going.
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