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Discussion in 'General Phlatprinter 3 Chat' started by kram242, Sep 21, 2009.

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  1. kram242

    kram242 Administrator Staff Member

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    Thanks guys :) we are really happy with the way its working out. Although the big machine is no speed demon it does have a lot of torque!
    I have not tried MDF yet but in the photos you can see we have tried Masonite and aspen
    I like the aspen the best it makes a nice strong part that is light weight.
    Mark
     
    kram242, Jan 31, 2010
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    I am all new to this, just got here from the crash cast, I have been looking at the possiblility of either Mk1 or Mk2, but I think BB is what's really going to fit my needs, congratulations on great designs, and will be waiting for the launch!
     
    spadmex, Feb 18, 2010
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    Wow, I have to say this looks just what I am looking for. Have been listening to the Crash cast (slowly going through all the episodes) and have just heard about this. I will be monitoring this thread with great interest.
     
    ardvark, Feb 18, 2010
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  4. kram242

    kram242 Administrator Staff Member

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    Thank you both spadmex and ardvark :)
    We will do our best to make this the best it can be
    Thanks guys
    Mark and Trish
     
    kram242, Feb 18, 2010
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  5. Doane

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    Hi Mark,
    Any news on the status of the Balsa Buddy? Could the BB be used to machining plugs for vacuum forming canopies, etc.?

    Thanks, (trying to be patient) Doane
     
    Doane, Feb 24, 2010
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  6. kram242

    kram242 Administrator Staff Member

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    Hi Doane,
    It will be a true 3 axis machine, so this should not be a problem :)
    I can do that right now on the MKII with 2" foam I carve the plug and then fill it with plaster that becomes the mold for the part to be vacuum formed :)
    You can see that we did a plug in this show here. The vacuum former needs more work as that was a prototype. After the cam went off we put some of the plastic in the toaster and it worked much better :D
    Show link http://www.phlatforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=180&t=1649&start=0
    Its towards the end of the show
    Thank you
    Mark and Trish
     
    kram242, Feb 24, 2010
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  7. Doane

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    Hi Mark,

    Sorry to be a pain, but do you have time frame for the intro of the Balsa Buddy?

    Doane
     
    Doane, Mar 12, 2010
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  8. kram242

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    Your never a pain, but just so you know we want it as bad as anyone :D We are working very hard to make t happen and I can tell you that Z n Y are done :D This being the heart of the machine is a good sign. There is still beta testing to go but we are getting close to that now.
    I wish I could tell you more, but until we get the PhlatCAM up and running this is all we have to go on.
    Doane thank for your enthusiasm, this is what drives us. The more we know that you guys excited about this the more we want to get to completion and bring it to you.
    Mark and Trish
     
    kram242, Mar 12, 2010
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    Hi Guys

    How is the Balsa Buddy coming along - any idea when it might be available. It looks like it will be a great bit of kit!

    Cheers

    Ben
     
    belkington, Apr 21, 2010
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  10. kram242

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    Hello Ben,
    With the Phlatformer design nearing its completion the focus is being put more on the BB.
    We hope to have some prototyping to share with you guys soon.
    Thank you
    Mark and Trish
     
    kram242, Apr 21, 2010
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    Ok I'm really getting into the phlat program and having read the forum on the Balsa Buddy I'm ready to buy. Cutting balsa and soft metals will be a great asset to the model builder. I also do woodworking and this will be a must have tool for the shop.
    obxflyer
     
    obxflyer, Apr 29, 2010
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    Mark,

    Any news on the progress of the BB?
     
    GorillaBob, May 24, 2010
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    I hate to be the third guy in a row to ask, but is there any status update on the Balsa Buddy. After reading through the forum, I definetly think this is the one for me and am anxious to get printing.

    Thanks
     
    wcv38, Jun 27, 2010
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    If I am not mistaken the Balsa Buddy is no longer, the MKIII that they are working on is the replacement machine for both the PP and the Balsa Buddy.
     
    Jnida63, Jun 27, 2010
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    Ok, thanks for the info.
     
    wcv38, Jun 27, 2010
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  16. kram242

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    Hello guys,
    Yes the MK3 will be all three machines wrapped in one. It will be capable of preforming all the functions of the Phlatprinters / Balsabuddy and more.
    We will be adding pictures and specs soon.
    Thank you for your interest. We can't wait to see the full capabilities of this machine!
    Mark and Trish
     
    kram242, Jun 29, 2010
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    Any teaser pic's yet? I was going to get the MK 2, but with this announcement I'm holding off for the MK3...

    PEZ
     
    pezzer2003, Jul 9, 2010
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    pezzer2003,

    You can check out a prototype of the MK3 here --> viewtopic.php?f=180&t=2091

    This weeks Phlatlab live show was all about the MK3. Very cool stuff.
     
    7up, Jul 9, 2010
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    Sweet Got to get my self one NOW.. Looking forward to seeing this design to be finalised..
     
    pezzer2003, Jul 9, 2010
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