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mad_titanz t1_iuxb4cw wrote

I hope 3D printers will be more affordable so everyone can buy it like they did with copier and fax machine

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atf92 t1_iuyrs1k wrote

If you mean a gigantic concrete one, then good luck.

If you mean a reasonably sized one for printing plastic, you can often find the Ender 3 Pro at Microcenter for $100 with their "new customer" coupon. It's very much an entry level machine, but well worth $100 if you think you're interested in the hobby.

Filaments vary in price, but $20/kg is a reasonable estimate. A 1kg spool goes a fairly long way.

As a disclaimer, 3d printing (especially with an entry level machine) requires more knowledge and tinkering than a standard printer. It's not quite an appliance where you click a button and that's it. 3d printing can be frustrating at times.

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