http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/ Engadget Comments for HP molds itself an entry into the 3D printer market http://www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
I think not... contact me when it does.]]>Jan 21st 2010 11:42AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 12:13PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 3:10PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
You could always print the individual parts need to create said gadget and build it yourself. ]]>Jan 21st 2010 3:40PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/I don't know what you are classifying as "fully functioning" but I have a propeller that I designed that was made with FDM and its fully functioning. The only news here is that HP is going to put their branding on one of these machines. These are already used fairly often for prototypes of many engineering applications.]]>Jan 21st 2010 8:31PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
PS. They have also been hard at working printing organs! --- human organs to replace organ donors...when I saw it work they had already made a functioning heart valve.]]>Feb 11th 2010 4:14PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Apr 13th 2010 4:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 11:44AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
(google reprap)]]>Jan 21st 2010 5:31PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Mmmmm... collapsed universe.]]>Jan 21st 2010 7:57PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
Von Neumann machine?

/I'd buy one of those
//and use it to make another]]>Jan 23rd 2010 9:40PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 11:46AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 11:46AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
I thought the same thing, They see a way to make money off of the supplies needed and this will be another problem in the end for the consumer.

Great technology tho as I've read about some who have made toys and jewelry with this to sell. The work needed to smooth the print in the end can require some labour, and in the future the painting of said 3d piece may be handled by the printer (hp ink pricing scheme) but for now one must do the air brushing. ]]>Jan 21st 2010 12:42PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 11:46AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 12:14PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 2:00PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
FDM runs about $12 a cubic inch. some of the powder based systems run at like $3-$6 a cubic inch depending on the binder used.]]>Jan 21st 2010 2:03PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 11:54AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 11:54AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 11:58AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
Trek fans, eat your heart out!]]>Jan 21st 2010 11:59AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
Tea. Earl Grey. Hot.]]>Jan 23rd 2010 9:39PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 12:10PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 2:02PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
http://www.zcorp.com/en/home.aspx]]>Jan 21st 2010 12:13PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 5:32PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/seems zcorp makes.. 3D printers.
]]>Jan 21st 2010 7:09PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
HP makes the print head for the Zcorp printer you are using.
I'm honestly surprised HP hasn't produced a 3D printer before now...]]>Jan 22nd 2010 7:10AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
While I am still trying to get my business off the ground, I am curious what the general consensus is of the geek-crowd about offering 3D print services to individuals... always looking for feedback.]]>Jan 21st 2010 12:15PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
You should find local architecture and design schools, and hand out flyers. Or warhammer enthusiasts. ]]>Jan 21st 2010 1:05PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
Yup. Working on those prospects. I already got a couple of 3D models printed. Need to get more material to print up more samples. ]]>Jan 21st 2010 1:42PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Could try model engineering clubs/magazines. Or check out the various robotics clubs where ever you are. If the printed product is strong enough to be used for things like gears, you might have a few nice repeat orders. ]]>Jan 21st 2010 1:56PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 2:11PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
That's some good information. Good to know that there are others that at least are very familiar with the technology.

I think when I say "individuals" I don't really mean John Q Public, but rather people that have at least a little knowledge about technology or even manufacturing - Since I have been doing CAD and 3D modeling for many years even if it's an "idea" that someone wants, but just doesn't have any idea on how to make it, I can model it up and go from there.

Still at the early stages though. Need to get my butt in gear.

Also the idea above to get in with some engineering clubs is a very good idea.

]]>Jan 21st 2010 5:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
You're welcome.]]>Jan 21st 2010 5:35PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 12:47PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 1:18PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 1:21PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 1:21PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 1:22PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 2:30PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
But yeah ... screw HP on their printers. It's funny how much my ink from the cartridges gets used up by just sitting there. Jerks.

I should've stuck with my twelve year old laser printer.]]>Jan 21st 2010 2:30PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/I recently bought a CLP-315 from Samsung and haven't looked back. ]]>Jan 21st 2010 2:42PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
Thanks ... I think I only had to replace my old toner cartridge once since I had it. The ink-jets of today tell you (digitally) when to replace them and it seems like every five months.

What really bothers me is that once a cartridge goes out (at least according to the HP timed program), it won't let you print at all until you get it replaced. Okay, so my cyan's out ... big deal, I have some non-cyan printing to do dammit!!

I know I can get those refillable/hacking cartridges, but how can I really trust those things?]]>Jan 21st 2010 2:52PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 2:41PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/Jan 21st 2010 2:54PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
1 - This type of system (FDM) is much, much more office friendly than starch/powder based systems like those from Zcorp. We used to sell those machines, and they do have their advantages, just not as functional as real plastic. Models made can be extremely accurate and just as durable as a production part - hence the value of these systems.
2 - The material isn't that expensive. Under $5/cubic inch. This is also much, much cheaper than having your part made by someone else, who often charges by material use AND build time. A 3 cubic inch part could easily cost $200.
3 - The material itself is really a lot like a weed-wacker spool in a proprietary case. I'm sure someone will mod a way to crack it open and refill things for far less than what HP wants to charge.
4 - Finally, I've seen the equivalent to a "paper jam" in these things. If one of the print head clogs it starts coughing out giant plastic hair-balls. Easily cleaned up but you don't usually realize it until hours of time and material have been wasted.

I imagine Dimension is licensing to HP for their printer distribution channel. HP plotters are hugely popular in engineering and design firms, precisely the target market for this type of RP system. ]]>Jan 21st 2010 3:30PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://makerbot.com/ It is a 3d printer for about 750$.]]>Jan 21st 2010 3:58PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/hp-molds-itself-an-entry-into-the-3d-printer-market/
Give it a few years, and the Apple II of the market will appear, and then personal 3D printing will explode in popularity.]]>Jan 21st 2010 4:16PM