Hurray! We have reached our goal! The Bukobots will be released! Thank you all!
We have passed 100% funding! Thanks to everyone's support, we can now produce the Bukobots and release them into the world for everyone to print cool 3D stuff!
But let's not stop there! Please keep bugging your friends and family to spread the word so we can all benefit from a big community of 3d printers!
A quick note about the status of this project. My Bukobots are currently perfectly functional and ready for production. I am, however, still refining some aspects of them (like organizing the wiring a little better and fine tuning print settings) to make it the best 3D printer I can deliver to all by backers. Remember, Bukobots are all about quality and simplicity so you can do more 3D printing and less fussing.
To excite everyone a little more about the Bukobot, I made a quick little video showing the easy process of printing an object out on a Bukobot printer. This might help everyone get a better feel of how cool and easy it is to print 3D objects and see the Bukobot in action. (Please forgive my acting skills and my workshop , I have been exhausted from working so hard on this project I didn't organize or rehearse for this : ) ...I can assure you the instructional videos that will come later will be better and more entertaining!)
For teachers and educators out there, I paid a visit to my old high school and demonstrated 3D printing to several classes. It was really great to see how excited the students were about 3D printing. I have a quick video to show you my awesome electronics teacher (which also teaches wood shop), Mr. Schultz, from my old high school days to explain in his own words the advantages of 3D printing in the classroom.
Here's the video of Mr. Schultz: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2A1c_zCQA7o
I hope you enjoy these videos of the Bukobot project.
Here is a link to the video to watch on youtube if you are having trouble or want higher resolution:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyPIdiCVif8
Thank you all for you support!
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Apr 21, 2012 -
May 23, 2012
- First created · 17 backed
- Diego Porqueras 131 friends
- Website: deezmaker.com
Pledge $5 or more
55 backers
We will list your name forever on our website's "Founders " page as a backer that got us started.
Estimated delivery: May 2012Pledge $10 or more
42 backers
The Buko Bottle Opener Keychain: This includes the above reward and a 3D printed bottle opener key chain with the "Bukobot" logo. Includes shipping. (Please add $4 for international orders)
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $25 or more
22 backers Limited (8 of 30 left)
Prototype Pieces Grab Bag - In addition to listing your name on our website as a backer that got us started, we will send you a few of our early 3D printed prototype pieces that we used to develop the Bukobots. I will even send you a brief description of what the parts were used for. It's like getting a piece of Bukobot history! We will make sure there is something neat to show your friends. This includes shipping within US (add $6 for international) Note: These parts may not be actually useable for anything, just mostly to show off.
Estimated delivery: May 2012Pledge $100 or more
7 backers
BUKO 8 DUO PLASTICS ONLY - The is the same as the above "plastics only" reward but includes DUAL extruder parts. USA Shipping included.
Estimated delivery: May 2012Pledge $115 or more
3 backers
BUKO 8 PLASTICS ONLY (International) - This is a set of all the high quality plastic parts needed for any of the Buko 8 models with single extruder. You will need supply the hardware, electronics and extruder. This includes shipping to international countries.
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $599 or more
9 backers
NEW!!! BUKITO 5 GREEN Kit - The most economical 3D printer we can offer to Kickstarters! Easy to build and excellent for beginners! 5x5 print area, works with eco friendly PLA. If you want to start 3D printing, this kit is for you! USA Shipping included (International shipping is extra)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $750 or more
3 backers
BUKO MINI GREEN KIT - This is a special kit for the "Green" folks (Eco friendly) and excellent for beginners! Designed specifically to use with PLA only (bio degrable plastic made from corn) and consume less power. This easy to build, high quality kit includes everything you need to create amazing 3D objects. Build volume is about 5x5x6 inches (125x125x150 mm). See description for more details. USA shipping included.
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $795 or more
4 backers
BUKO MINI GREEN KIT (International) - This is a special kit for the "Green" folks (Eco friendly) and excellent for beginners! Designed specifically to use with PLA only (bio degrable plastic made from corn) and consumes less power. This easy to build, high quality kit includes everything you need to create amazing 3D objects. Build volume is about 5x5x6 inches (125x125x150 mm). See description for more details. International shipping included.
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $845 or more
5 backers
BUKO 8 GREEN KIT - For the Eco Friendly folks, this is a full Buko 8 kit for use with biodegradable PLA plastic only. Includes 8x8x8 inch build volume (200mm cube) and everything you need to start printing awesome 3D objects in an eco friendly way. USA shipping included. International shipping additional
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $999 or more
30 backers
BUKO 8 VANILLA KIT - This is the flagship Bukobot with a special Kickstarter price! Get a complete kit of the Buko 8 Vanilla (8x8x8 inch build area, Single Extruder) 3D printer that can print in ABS and PLA. This is a complete 3D printer kit that is easy to build, affordable, faster than most with the ability to be expanded or upgraded later. USA shipping included.
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $1,125 or more
14 backers
BUKO 8 VANILLA KIT (International) - This is the flagship Bukobot with a special Kickstarter price! Get a complete kit of the Buko 8 Vanilla (8x8x8 inch build area, Single Extruder) 3D printer that can print in ABS and PLA. This is a complete 3D printer kit that is easy to build, affordable, faster than most with the ability to be expanded or upgraded later. International shipping included.
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $1,299 or more
36 backers
BUKO 8 DUO KIT - The most affordable DUAL extruder 3D printer you can probably get. This is a special Kickstarter price! I want as many folks to be able to get one as possible. This is a complete kit that includes all you need for a DUAL extruder 3D printer with heavy duty hot ends and powerful extruder motors. USA shipping included.
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $1,320 or more
3 backers Limited (17 of 20 left)
BUKO 8 VANILLA Assembled - Same as above Buko 8 Vanilla (8x8x8 inch build volume , 200mm cube, Single Extruder) but pre-assembled for you to start printing within minutes of receive it. (Shipping will be calculated and collected separately after successful funding)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $1,455 or more
24 backers
BUKO 8 DUO KIT (International) - The most affordable DUAL extruder 3D printer you can probably get. This is a special Kickstarter price! I want as many folks to be able to get one as possible. This is a complete kit that includes all you need for a DUAL extruder 3D printer with heavy duty hot ends and powerful extruder motors. International shipping included.
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $1,950 or more
4 backers Limited (6 of 10 left)
BUKO 8 DUO KIT Assembled - Same as "Buko 8 Duo" but all ready to go. A fully assembled DUAL extruder Bukobot to start printing within minutes of arrival. (Shipping will be calculated and collected separately after successful funding)
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $2,199 or more
4 backers Limited (6 of 10 left)
BUKO F1 DUO SPECIAL EDITION - A Ferrari inspired SPECIAL EDITION, fully assembled and tested with DUAL Extruders. This model features a Black & Red color scheme to really show off to your friends. I will be personally involved in building and testing these to make sure you get an amazing dual extruder 3D machine. (Shipping will be calculated and collected separately after successful funding)
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
Comments
Creator Diego Porqueras on May 14, 2012
@Carl: I believe it took about 1 hour and 20 minutes at 100mm/sec and 30% fill. Usually it's the fill that takes most of the time, so if you reduce it a bit it would take less time of course. I made this one at 30% fill because I was going to show it to students and I didn't want it to break very easily : )
Creator Carl Witty on May 14, 2012
How long did this octopus print take? Once the machine was done, how long did it take you to lift the octopus off the platform?
Creator Diego Porqueras on May 12, 2012
Hi Jerry, Yes, so far I've been fine tuning settings for on slicing for amazing 0.1mm layers and it's coming out awesome. Next, I'm going to try even thinner layers because the Bukobots should be able to do about 0.005mm layers in theory (not a mistake, 0.005mm), just have to find the right settings to do it to save everyone the major work of testing it themselves. The Octopus in the video was set to 0.3mm, and with about %50 fill (density) which you can see as the "grid" pattern. I'll be posting some 0.1mm objects that came out amazing in the next update. Thanks for your support! Don't forget to spread the word as we are almost at the deadline!
Creator Jerry on May 12, 2012
Awesome Diego! I can't wait for mine. Is there a way to fine tune the resolution of whatever you want to print? For example that octopus can you make it in a higher resolution (more plastic x square inch)