3D Printer Kit

SKU: AK8200

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The Velleman K 8200 is a build it yourself 3D printer kit designed to print objects of maximum 20 x 20 x 20 cm using PLA or ABS filament (3 mm plastic wire). It is an extremely fast, reliable and precise printer even when printing at higher speeds. The K8200 is compatible with all free RepRap software and firmware. It is made out of aluminium profiles and is easy to assemble, it leaves room to the user to freely alter the machine and modify it to their liking. The print bed is heated.

Modify your K 8200 to use it as a CNC Machine or computerised PCB drilling machine
Velleman have published a complete guide on modifying the K 8200 into a CNC machine. It has proven popular with enthusiasts wanting to create custom one off PCB's, cut acrylic shapes and much more. Read the complete Velleman CNC K 8200 Conversion Guide here.

For more information visit www.k8200.eu

Explore and download designs at www.thingiverse.com

Download Repetier to print designs from your computer at www.repetier.com

What's the K8200 3D printer?
It’s a build it yourself 3D printer kit for everyone. It’s super easy to use, and helps you turn your ideas into real stuff you can hold, like toys and mugs.

What can I make?
As long as the piece fits into the K8200 print area, you’re limited only by your imagination! We’ve seen people make robots, planes, mugs, doorknobs, dog toys, dog tags, real shoes, phone cases, floating bath toys, napkin rings, androids, linked bracelets, chess pieces, cathedrals (very small ones though), gnomes.... and much much more! Any piece will start as a 3D model, which is then printed by the K8200.

How does it do that?
It builds up material to create a real object. It melts plastic filament, then draws with it in a very fine layer. It then builds another fine layer of plastic on top of this one, and then another, and another, building your idea in slices from the bottom up until you have a plastic object ready to hold and use.

What colours can I use?
The cartridges that work with the K8200 come in different colours: red, blue, green, … You can use one colour at a time while printing. If you want your creation to be multi-coloured, you can print it in separate pieces and attach them together later. You cannot swap the cartridge in the middle of a print.

How long does it take to print?
The print time is proportional to the size and complexity of the creation. An average smartphone case will take about 30 minutes to print.

Important Note For Kit Buyers:
This product is supplied in component form and requires soldering, drilling, and assembly. We recommend users are familiar with at least basic electronic principles and have the ability to solder.

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Specifications

Linear ball bearings: 8 and 10 mm (0.314" and 0.393")
Technology: FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication) for PLA and ABS
Power supply: 15 V / 6,6A max.
FTDI USB 2.0 to Serial
Dimensions of printable area: 20 x 20 x 20cm / 7.87 x 7.87 x 7.87"
Typical printing speed: 120 mm/s
Maximum print speed: 150 to 300 mm/s (depending on the object to be printed)
Extrusion nozzle: 0.5 mm
Extrusion thermistor: NTC 100K
Extruded aluminum profiles: 27.5 mm / 1.08" wide
Movement: 4 NEMA 17 stepper motors
Resolution:
Nominal mechanical resolution:
X and Y: 0.015 mm / 590.55 µin (smallest step the printing plate can move in the X and Y direction)
Z: 0.781 µm / 30.74 µin(smallest step the printing plate can move in the Z direction)
Nominal printing resolution:
Wall thickness (X,Y): 0.5 mm / 0.019"
Layer thickness (Z): 0.20 - 0.25 mm / 0.0078 - 0.0098"
Dimensions:
Width: 50cm / 19.7"
Depth: 42cm / 16.5"
Height: 62cm / 24.4"
Weight: 9Kg / 19.84lbs
Software: Repetier version 0.84 and up www.repetier.com
Included: 5m PLA black sample

Downloads

Turn your K8200 Into a CNC machine - Guide (External Link)

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