CHAPTER 2

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Getting a 3D Printer

The 3D printing world is rapidly expanding with new printer vendors, models, and features being added almost daily. This is especially true given how fast printer designs change. Part of this is because there is a very large (also growing) community of developers, engineers, artists, and laymen who are building, contributing, or providing ideas for new features. Knowing when to jump in or even how to jump in can be a challenge.

That is, how do you know which printer to buy, or even whether one printer design is a better choice than another? Even if you already have a 3D printer, chances are you will either discover ...

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