The highly mechanical world of 3D printers hasn’t traditionally been welcoming to beginners. Most kits require you to assemble dozens of complex pieces which creates a time-consuming initial setup.

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In this era of cheap turn-key machines, the idea of actually building your own desktop 3D printer might seem odd to some. But if you’re looking for a challenge, and want to end up with a printer that ...