FoldaRap, the Folding Reprap
Source: Thingiverse by watsdesign
The FoldaRap, the Folding Reprap is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by watsdesign. Since 2012, I'm traveling around the town/country/world with my little folding RepRap ! I started by a folding reprap the size of a Mendel, then a smaller version more. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
Since 2012, I'm traveling around the town/country/world with my little folding RepRap ! I started by a folding reprap the size of a Mendel, then a smaller version more Huxley-transportable, and finally I'm developping this one build with standard aluminium extrusions. The FoldaRap was the world's first foldable 3d-printer (yay!). More on the RepRap Wiki FoldaRap's page Lots of pictures/videos on flickr My adventures/travels with it gave birth to OpenEdge, which grew to make even more FoldaRap and Mondrian, then moved toward the industry/education with customs Alto and the HD/HD-E. During the summer 2017 I went back working in FabLabs, but found time to update the FoldaRap with ideas waiting for implementation. I also started a LiberaPay account to explore alternative business-models : micr…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. FoldaRap, the Folding Reprap is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by watsdesign.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by watsdesign, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.