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10 Reasons Why You Should Buy 3D Printer for Home Use

#Blog · Jul 12, 2018

3D printing often referred to as Stereolithography (SLA), has been invented since 1980. Speaking about hi-tech in general, the term "3D printing" is widely used even though printing is just only a part of the process. 3D printers are becoming more affordable and easier to use. Today, anyone can print musical instruments, jewelry, household items, and clothing accessories, as they help you save costs to begin a home-based business.

 

3D printed household items

 

Technological Transitions of the 3D Printing

 

The Infant Stage (1981 to 1999): Chuck Hall actualized his aspirations in 1992, and the world welcomed the invention of the first SLA machine.

 

The Adolescent Stage (1999 to 2010): Although the 3D printing technology was not popular yet, the first human body breakthrough took place. The first-ever 3D organ was printed in this decade and it was a human bladder.

 

3D printed organ

 

The Adult Stage (2011 to present day): There are no limits going forward. The pace at which technology has soared up now is nothing short of spectacular. Apart from the incredible innovations, 3D printing is becoming a commonplace asset at a rapid pace. Today, almost everyone can print with several materials apart from plastics.

 

Industrial robotic arm-Dobot M1

 

Each model of a 3D printer improves on the design, easy operation, and capability for home use, and today’s 3D printers are profitable and good prospective investment machines. 3D printers enable you to make some products at home and offer you the flexibility of customizing them according to a consumer's taste.

 

Reasons to Buy a 3D printer for Home Use

 

1. Create Phone Cases 

 

3D printed iPhone case

 

A survey conducted recently estimated that the average home could save $300 to $2,000 every year by using a 3D printer, such as a DOBOT Mooz to create common items instead of purchasing them. The items presented in the survey include a paper towel holder, a garlic press, a showerhead, and an iPhone case.

 

"The results showed that the RepRap is an economically attractive investment for the average U.S. household."

 

Even when creating a design on your household printer costs the same as purchasing it, it is much more convenient to create yourself instead of waiting for online delivery. 

 

 

2. Create Broken Parts

 

Fabricate broken parts

 

Replaceable parts can be expensive to obtain and many broken household gadgets and other items are disposed of instead of being fixed. Often, the availability of spare parts in the company and also the added cost of shipment might become a challenge.


One of the uses of 3D printing is making spare parts when you don't feel like spending cash on branded items if they are only sold in large quantities, or not available on the market.

 

3. Create Objects to Make Profit

 

3D print things to sell

 

Have a plenty of ideas you want to bring into reality in order to gain profit? Then 3D printing is your choice to make. There are people who design and sell customized 3D printed necklaces and earrings.

 

4. Invent 

 

Many investors have already embraced the power of 3D printing and its technological advancement. Perhaps if you have ever submitted an idea to manufacturers or engineers, or even taken it to market yourself, you'd attest to the fact that getting a prototype made by using conventional methods can cost thousands of dollars.

 

5. Educate Children at Home

 

Educate children at home using 3D printer

 

A 3D printer can be a great tool for exploring and getting to learn new facts for those fond of science. The invention of the 3D printer brings along lots of great opportunities for educating your kids. A 3D printer enables your kids to explore and bring their ideas to life and also can be an invaluable resource for learning, which can make science and technology interesting.

 

6. Make Accessories and Personalized Customized Gifts

 

3D print accessories

 

Rather than buy a mass-produced flower vase from a store for any kind of event, you could design and make a customized 3D print. Getting a 3D printer will enable you to create items with high personalization. You can download and customize existing designs, or if you have the background know-how, you can design and print 3D objects from scratch.

 

7. Eco-friendly 3D Printing

 

Eco 3D printing

 

Many manufacturing companies have adopted 3D printing technology as a low-cost alternative to conventional methods of printing; the savings result in a more environmentally friendly way. Goods that used to be transported around the globe can now be 3D printed locally by consumers, which in turn, do not only save cost but reduce fuel emissions as well.

 

Another advantage of 3D printing at home is that parts designed and made will only make use of the actual amount of material needed. Conventionally manufactured injection parts produce lots of waste. In the case of a 3D print, even when it fails, you can reuse the already printed material using a filament recycler that firstly shreds the part into very little strands of plastic and then melts it into a brand new spool of filament.

 

8. Decorate and Lighten up Home

 

Decorate home using 3D printer

 

A 3D printer helps decorate your home with items, colors, and styles. You can design and print your own television stand, flower vases, photo frames, etc. and add touches and conceived designs that wouldn’t be produced manually or purchased at the supermarket. For special holidays like Christmas - you can design and 3D print ornaments for the tree and baskets for gifts, for Valentine's Day - shaped hearts.

 

10. 3D Printing Promotes Family Bonding

 

3D print photo frames for family

 

3D printing also promotes family bonding. You can design and 3D print photo frames for family photos. One very crucial part is there will always be a project for every one member of the family. This valuable time spent designing and printing from scratch to finish is where family bonding really comes into play as members of the family can also share ideas, views, and also innovations. Parents could also assign specific roles for their kids to play. This innovative and remarkable technological feat is, of course, a wonderful new activity for you to get bonded with your member of your family for years to come.

 

Powerful All-in-one 3D Printer for Home Use

 

All-in-one 3D printer

 

3D printing technology has proven to be innovative and has found relevance in homes. If you have decided to buy a 3D printer, to experience this intelligent and home-friendly piece of technology to get efficient results at an optimized time and cost with amazing features, you can try DOBOT Mooz because of its high-tech and topnotch performance, features, and functions that give it an edge over its competitors in the market.

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