WilkinsMicawber
Plexiglass/Acrylic is my go-to robot chasis-building material, but it is near-impossible to make round objects with plexiglass. I'm thinking of purchasing a 3d printer, but from what I can see in pictures, 3d printed objects have a very particular texture and appearance that seems native to 3d printed objects. I'm not sure whether such is desirable for my projects. I would like to attain a very smooth, glossy, and professional appearance. I have never been able to touch a 3d printed object, so I'm trying to gather some impressions from people who have some printing experience.
Has anyone here printed parts for robots?
Can anyone comment as to how 3d printed parts would compare to plexiglass in terms of feasible texture and/or appearance?
Particular filament recommendations?
Thank you.
It takes a while to figure out the right setup on every printer and for every material, you will also have to find the best printing position for each individual part...but yes, I also agree, buying the printer was the best thing you could have done!
Now the real fun begins!
Oh and btw, once you got your prototype working you could also send the parts to a company and get them milled or in nice glossy finished ceramic...the possibilities are endless!