CUBE -The 3D printed 3D printer (Q49737)

This has been the ultimate project for me, and is now finally functional after 8 months of blood, sweat and ABS. It is also made on my 3d printed makerbot ( http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3285 ) The printer can easily get taller by adding more z-elements and replacing z lead-screws and wobble arrester bars. I would then end up with almost 800mm build hight. It wouldn't surprise me if this is the largest printed multi-piece object, as it is built from 15+ lbs of ABS plastic. Specs Footprint: 800x560 Build envelope: 500x300x200+ Platform: Heated with 800W, custom ordered, silicone wire wound element. - Kapton sheet, custom ordered to fit platform (500x300) Motors: NEMA 23 Extruder: MakerBot Stepstruder® MK6 Plus Electronics: MakerBot® Generation 4 Interface: PC/Mac or MakerBot® Gen 4 Interface Board Kit v1.1 Motion: all axis uses linear bearings for smooth motion. Build duration: 8 months Plastic used: 15+ lbs Price: 3000$ (approx.) Video of the printer in action: http://hacknorway.com/wordpress/?p=82