DIY 3D Printer Build Video Tutorial

For those tinkerers and makers that have always wanted to build a 3D printer on their own but did not know where to start this tutorial is for you. This DIY 3D Printer Build can be accomplished with locally sourced components and some online purchases. This is an excellent project to do in an educational setting and gives you a better understanding of how a 3D printer works. The tutorial should be easy enough for most to follow and you can always ask questions in the comments here or on the video page to get extra help or clarification.

This 3D printer as designed has the following specifications:
Machine dimensions: Width: 44.5cm, Height: 50.8cm, Depth: 45.7cm
Print dimensions: X axis: 292mm, Y axis: 250mm, Z axis: 260mm
Z minimum layer height: 0.05mm (50 microns) possible, 0.10mm (100 microns) optimal
Print Speed: 70mm/s (conservative setting, higher speed possible through firmware config)

Tools that you will need:
- Metal cutting tools
- Drill/driver
- Hand tools (precision screw drivers, allen wrench set, adjustable wrench or socket set)
- Filing/sanding tools
- Soldering iron
- Wire cutters/strippers

Other helpful tools that will make this easier:
- Dremel type rotary tool
- Drill press
- Hole saw
- Tube cutter
- Forceps/Tweezers
- Forceps/Tweezers
- Access to a 3D Printer or 3D printing service for printed parts

Bill of Materials (parts list), firmware and wiring diagrams can be downloaded here:
Download BOM, firmware, printed parts files, wiring diagrams
XY Axis Mounts STL file
Extruder Carriage STL file