MakerGear Custom 3D Printed Bobblehead

We honored our retiring quality assurance technician, Howard, by making him a custom bobblehead of himself. This is how we did it.

Comment what fun things we should make next.

More info on the MakerGear M3-SE 3D Printer: https://www.makergear.com/products/m3
M3-SEs are in stock and ready to ship! Made in the United States of America! Right here in Beachwood, Ohio… 30 minutes outside of Cleveland, Ohio.

MAKERGEAR M3-SE
READY TO RUN, BUILT TO LAST.
Gold Medalist – USAF Advanced Manufacturing Olympics

With its steel frame and precision-machined components, the M3-SE is the embodiment of performance and reliability, delivering outstanding prints over the long haul. It delivers outstanding print quality and dimensional accuracy thanks to its industrial-grade linear rails, MakerGear’s True Leveling system, and precision cooling.

“If you are looking for quality prints from a durable and reliable machine, then look no further than the MakerGear M3-SE. This unit is not only affordable but produces gorgeous prints. We use 50+ of them for manufacturing, but it would work equally well for prototyping or the everyday hobbyist. Plus, the customer support is phenomenal, however, don’t expect that you’ll have to contact them; the machines can run 24/7 with little to no problems.” – this customer now has 100+ M3s!

The M3-SE prints a broad range of materials, and is easy to use and maintain. With WiFi and ethernet connectivity, a built-in USB port, and an integrated OctoPrint user interface, the M3-SE offers total control from your favorite device. Prepare STL files in one click, choose from pre-configured material profiles, or upload your own custom profiles for even greater optimization.

Linear Rails of industrial grade, Cast Tooling Plate Components & Direct Drive Extruder.
Touch Probe for automatic and reliable leveling of Heated Bed .
WiFi/Ethernet Connectivity offering remote control and monitoring capabilities.
Onboard Computer with 10GB storage.
USB Port enabling users to print files stored on flash drives.
OctoPrint for MakerGear offers one-click file preparation and design-to-print integration.
MacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS & Android Compatibility.

Includes
– MakerGear M3-SE 3D printer with V4 hot end
– Power supply with adjustable input voltage (115 V or 230 V)
– Power cord compliant with your country’s power outlets
– 1 kg spool of black PLA
– 8 inch x 10 inch borosilicate glass print surface with applied film
– Tool set
– Sample print
– User guide

Warranty
New M3-SEs have a 12-month limited warranty and offer optional warranty extension options through the MakerGear Protection Plan.
MakerGear will replace all defective parts on M3-SEs as stipulated by warranty terms below. Replacement parts may be new or refurbished and will be shipped via FedEx Ground or USPS Priority in the US only. Exceptions – the MakerGear V4 hot-end is only covered under warranty when MakerGear filament and authentic MakerGear components are used. The twelve-month warranty does not cover machine abuse.

International
MakerGear will include the standard power cord used in the country to which the 3D printer is shipped.
MakerGear shipping fees cover transportation only. Customs duties, domestic sales tax, etc. are the responsibility of the customer.
Customers who live in Canada and other certain countries who have applicable free trade agreements with the US will not be charged customs duties, though domestic sales tax may still apply. Customers in South Korea will need to fill out their portion of the Certificate of Origin form and send it to customs@makergear.com for completion by MakerGear to eliminate customs duties.

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