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1. skoczn+nh[view] [source] 2020-10-15 12:19:31
>>pangor+(OP)
I think the reason is open source communities are more attracted towards tinkering and experimental technologies, and 3D print is much more interesting than 2D printing. 3D printing always has that idea of a manufacturing revolution behind it, 2D printing was a revolution centuries ago and it's a boring technology now.
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2. spicyb+7n[view] [source] 2020-10-15 13:05:19
>>skoczn+nh
Yup. Best case scenario after spending tons of hours and money building a decent open source printer, is you match the abilities of a $50 off the shelf printer you can buy right now.
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