Geeetech Aluminum Prusa I3
Hello
I've noticed a cheap (£148) all aluminium printer on sale. I wondering if anyone has used one, and if so what do you think of it ?
It sounds like it could do with a couple of upgrades/mods but apart from them it seems very good for the price ?
Seems like a decent enough starter printer for the price, do you think ?
RE: Geeetech Aluminum Prusa I3
Hi RuthJoan
The ebay offer has ended.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2017-GEEETECH-Prusa-I3-Full-Aluminum-3D-Printer-Support-5-strong-frame-printer/332139855837?epid=26013435630&hash=item4d5513ffdd:g:wbwAAOSwGotWqHYu
this printer bears little resemblance to a modern Original Prusa i3 .
the controller board is Pre Mk1 technology.
the Heatbed is like the Old Mk1 Prusa which I replaced about 4 years ago...
the Z lift screws are standard studding not proper lead screws, however they are a different size to the original prusa mk1.
the extruder is nothing like an original Prusa extruder. and there is no part cooling fan.
the Net result is that this printer is completely different to anything supported by this site. unless you are competent and self reliant, you will probably have difficulty with this product.
Regards Joan.
I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK
RE: Geeetech Aluminum Prusa I3
The only saving grace is that this printer seems to have a more substantial frame than Chinese clones with Plastic frames.
I have a Geeetech... which has never worked well since I got it...
regards Joan
I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK
RE: Geeetech Aluminum Prusa I3
That looks to be only a bit less expensive than the Creality Ender 3 these days, and the Ender looks to be a far superior printer. Plenty of glowing reviews on YouTube etc. I'd recommend a Prusa over either, but I'd look towards the Ender if you're on a budget.
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