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Today’s top story: xTool has opened preorders for their new F1 Ultra Fiber & Diode laser. Pre-orders have an option to deposit and receive a $1000 discount!

🤩 Hobbyist 3D Printing

xTool opens preorders for their new F1 Ultra Fiber & Diode Laser - Link

xTool is taking pre-orders for their new F1 Ultra laser cutter, boasting it as the best of both worlds: a 20-watt fiber and diode dual laser system. This machine aims to bridge the gap between fiber lasers (great for metals, fast speeds) and diode lasers (better for other materials). The F1 Ultra promises "almost all materials" engraving and cutting capabilities at high speeds.

With a focus on small businesses, the F1 Ultra is sized for desktop use but offers a large working area (220x220mm) and the option to expand with a conveyor belt.Additional features include deep engraving/embossing, curved surface engraving, metal color engraving, and rotary engraving support. An internal camera aids in automatic pattern recognition and streamlined production.

For a limited time, pre-orders come with a $1000 discount, bringing the price down to $3799.

🏭 3D Printing Industry

Blurred light used to 3D print high quality lenses (5 minute read) - Link

Researchers developed a new 3D printing method called "blurred tomography" that creates high-quality microlenses in just 30 minutes. This method offers a faster and cheaper alternative to traditional techniques for producing optical components.

Conventional tomographic printing creates surface roughness on lenses, but blurred tomography avoids this issue by intentionally blurring the light beams used for printing. This allows for smooth surfaces and high-quality imaging performance.

The researchers successfully printed a plano-convex lens with performance comparable to a commercial glass lens.Additionally, they were able to print a 3x3 array of microlenses and use blurred tomography for overprinting, previously only possible with a more complex technique.

This new method has the potential to revolutionize optical device design by enabling rapid and cost-effective prototyping of complex shapes.

German team create “world first” 3D print (2 minute read) - Link

A German team has achieved a world first by 3D-printing a warehouse in Stuttgart with load-bearing concrete walls. This continuous 3D-printing process uses a truck-mounted pump to spray concrete across multiple layers. This Karlos technology is faster than gantry printers and reduces manual labor, potentially addressing skilled worker shortages in construction.

😎 Cool 3D Prints

Bag Coat Hanger (SD_3D on Printables) - Link

We’ve said it before but we’ll say it again: we love functional prints. This 3D printed Bag Coat Hanger is a great addition if you are like us and have 3 or more different bags you use for different occasions. It’s tough to find a spot for your bags. Whether it’s on the ground, in the corner of your office, in the back of your closet. This print makes it easy to hang them in your closet and make them more accessible.

🔗 Quick Links

Product of the Week

🛠️ Bambu Lab P1S - Link

The ever popular Bambu Lab P1S is in the spotlight this week. This all-in-one solution delivers exceptional quality and speed, perfect for both hobbyists and professionals.

Key features include:

• Fast and Easy Setup: No calibration hassles, just hit print and go.

• Exceptional Print Quality: Enclosed design, auto bed leveling, and direct-drive extruder for consistent, high-quality results.

• Large Build Volume: Create bigger and more complex projects (256 x 256 x 256mm).

• High-Speed Printing: Achieve unmatched printing speeds with CoreXY technology and 20,000 mm/s² acceleration.

• Multi-Color Printing: Unlock a world of creative possibilities with the optional Bambu Lab AMS, supporting up to 16 colors.

• Built-in Camera Monitoring: Keep an eye on your prints remotely.

• Flexible Bundles: Choose from Basic, Professional, and Print Farm options to fit your needs.

🤩 Recent Slicer Updates

• OrcaSlicer - 2.0 Official - 3/30/2024 -(GitHub)

• Cura - 5.7.1 - 4/24/2024 (GitHub)

• PrusaSlicer - 2.7.4 - 4/5/2024 (GitHub)

• Bambu Studio - 1.9.1 Public Beta 4 - 4/25/24 (GitHub)

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