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The frame of the Replicator 2 is very simple. You can get a 40$ sheet metal brake at harbor freight and a blind rivet setup for 20$. It was just an excuse on
by karmicthreat 12y ago
The frame of the Replicator 2 is very simple. You can get a 40$ sheet metal brake at harbor freight and a blind rivet setup for 20$. It was just an excuse on the part of makerbot to take things closed source.
Everyone should have a rivet gun though. Extremely useful when you have sheet metal that needs to be fastened.
- jloughry 12y agoI had to look up "blind rivet" because I've always heard them called "pop rivets". I agree, though: it's my new favourite tool. Be sure to buy a box of different size rivets at the same time; having the right length to hand is critical, and unlike screws they can't be cut shorter. But the tool is magical---it attaches things securely when you can only get to one side, with a joint that is strong, rigid, and low-profile. Best tool ever.