So, have disassembled and rebuilt my MP3DP v4 twice in the past week for travel, and use, at RMRRF 2024, and back home.
1st round of disassembly-reassembly was extreme, and not recommended… Single 68lb suitcase cost $100 to take as checked luggage.
Thankfully, @MakerJim, @orob and others, including @jamiek’s partner were there to help get assembled, and printing again…
Ryan finally got to witness that the machine is more than just a supportive art exhibit, but can actually print…
Lessons were learned, and 2nd round was way faster partial disassembly. Stashed lid, controller/PSU and tools into checked luggage, and packed printer frame into extra large box modded to have total L + W + H just under 62" limit, only cost $40 since first checked bag was free. Suitcase and boxed frame were ~40lbs each.
Back, working, and working on upgrades…
Things that broke :
- Solvent welds on the Polycarbonate lid failed, but panels didn’t crack, so will redo those. Although, I don’t like how stabby the corners are…
- Interior 1/16" polycarbonate panels cracked where couple of bolts fasten panel to frame. Ideally should have silicone/soft washers.
- Many of the exterior Snake Oil Panel clips broke, easy to reprint.