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CandyFab
machine that can use granulated sugar as the printing medium. event The CandyFab is a method of producing physical objects out of a computer representation of the structure. It differs from some other 3D printing methods in the following aspects: * It is optimized for relatively large pieces using low to medium print resolution. * To reduce the hazards of working with large amounts of media, non-toxic materials (ideally, food-grade) are used. The prototype CandyFab 4000 unit uses granulated sugar as its print medium, giving rise to its name, but other materials with low melting temperatures and low toxicities are still under consideration. * It uses low cost parts and construction to make it easier for others to design or build their own, with plans available as open source.
Article summary
machine that can use granulated sugar as the printing medium. event The CandyFab is a method of producing physical objects out of a computer representation of the structure. It differs from some other 3D printing methods in the following aspects: * It is optimized for relatively large pieces using low to medium print resolution. * To reduce the hazards of working with large amounts of media, non-toxic materials (ideally, food-grade) are used. The prototype CandyFab 4000 unit uses granulated sugar as its print medium, giving rise to its name, but other materials with low melting temperatures and low toxicities are still under consideration. * It uses low cost parts and construction to make it easier for others to design or build their own, with plans available as open source.
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