I literally just learned about etching presses recently. I printed mine out this week. Glad to know there's already an improved version for when I inevitably break this one!
my printer bed is to small ... :( Would it theoretically be possible to split the printing press into several parts that fit on a 180x180 print bed and then assemble them with screws?
I don't think the rollers would like being split and reassembled, since they bear a lot of load while printing. I think for the body it might work in theory? I did look at the files and it looks likes if you scale the press down to 82%, it should fit in a 180mm print bed. And you'll end up with a 5 inch (127mm) wide press bed. And you should be able to use 1/4inch threaded rods for the pressure knobs.
Wow so awesome! I really enjoyed watching this video! Someone should sponsor Some Print Dude, his work is awesome!
I literally just learned about etching presses recently. I printed mine out this week. Glad to know there's already an improved version for when I inevitably break this one!
considering how much a etching professional press costs this is a crazy opportunity for everone to have theyr own machine! thank you man :)
Correct, this would give much needed opportunity to other printmaker to have access to it
That intro is hilarious
Really fantastic work-- hope someday I get a 3D printer so I can try this out.
It's a love it or hate it hobby! I have a lot of 3d printed print shop aids planned for the years to come, so it might be a worthwhile investment!
my printer bed is to small ... :( Would it theoretically be possible to split the printing press into several parts that fit on a 180x180 print bed and then assemble them with screws?
I don't think the rollers would like being split and reassembled, since they bear a lot of load while printing. I think for the body it might work in theory? I did look at the files and it looks likes if you scale the press down to 82%, it should fit in a 180mm print bed. And you'll end up with a 5 inch (127mm) wide press bed. And you should be able to use 1/4inch threaded rods for the pressure knobs.
@@someprintdudeThanks a lot, I check this out! :)
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