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So I am still deciding on which 3d printer I am going to purchase and I came across one that is new and being manufactured in the USA called the Copperhead printer.
Copperhead positioning precision is x/y =11.7 microns, z axis= 2 microns.
Ultimaker 2 positioning precision precision of x/y = 12.5 microns, z axis= 5 microns.
Ultimaker 2 prints much faster though, the link below shows the stats the American company claims for its Copperhead printer.
http://www.acadianrobotics.com/3d-printer.html
Does this mean the Copperhead 3d printer will have better printing resolution than the Ultimaker 2 or are their more variables that account for print resolution?
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What is the benefit of dual extrusion? Also is there a site outside of this forum that sells used Ultimakers?
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It appears that Makershed and Dynamism have the same price for the Ultimaker 2. Does anyone know when either of these retailers will have more Ultimaker 2 in stock?
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Also when you guys say the Ultimaker 2 is less "hackable", does that have more to do with the new frame being so nice that you don't want to alter it as opposed to the Ultimaker+ wood frame or does the Ultimaker 2 have less modifiable parts? I understand the Ultimaker 2 extruder does not currently have any third party options, but the rest of the printer is still modifiable, correct?
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What about differences in customer support? If I order an Ultimaker 2 in the USA and it ships to my home (also in USA), will I get a different customer service team than if I ordered the Ultimaker+ from the Netherlands?
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Are the shipping costs included in the total price? For example the Ultimaker+ is listed as 1195 euro and Ultimaker 2 at 1895 euro, is shipping included in those prices or an additional fee for shipping to the USA?
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This was a great reply, thanks gR5!
I agree the UM2 does look great, if I had the extra money I would get it. Given their functionality is very similar, I will probably go for the Ultimaker+ and upgrade to the next Ultimaker model (UM3) in a few years when its released.
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Thanks for the reply Gr5. I checked out makersheds website and they appear to only have the Ultimaker 2. I am not opposed to purchasing an Ultimaker 2, but its $1000 more than the Ultimaker+ and I have not been able to find information describing the "functional" differences between the Ultimaker 2 and Ultimaker+.
I sent Simon an email regarding purchasing an UM in the USA, hopefully he will get back to me soon. In the mean time just need help deciding which Ulimaker I should get...
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How do we place an order with a USA agent? When I click the shopping link the Ultimaker is listed in Euros and am afraid if I complete the transaction I will be purchasing from the Netherlands instead of my local USA site, recommendations?
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Contact me via tdcs1985@gmail.com if you are interested in selling, I am located in the USA and am willing to receive shipping and work through ebay or paypal.
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I am new to 3d printing and am ready to commit to buying a 3d printer. I am a student interested in designing prototypes including things with functional moving parts (i.e. gears). I am open to all suggestions, but I am currently stuck between deciding between an Ultimaker+ and an Ultimaker 2. I've found posts that discuss the changes between the Original Ultimaker and the Ulimaker 2, but it seems the Ultimaker+ has adopted many of the advancements/upgrades seen in the Ultimaker 2 albiet $1000 cheaper.
Can anyone explain the difference between the Ultimaker+ and the Ultimaker 2? Does the either model come in a DIY kit for cheaper?
Ultimaker Upgrades
in Coffee corner
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What is the benefit to adding each of the upgrades to your Ultimaker Original:
A. Knurled drive bolt kit (v3)
B. Extruder drive upgrade
C. Ulticontroller kit
D. Hot end upgrade (v2)
Also, are there 3rd party alternatives or printables that are considered better?