• Will you be doing any complex print demonstrations?
    We have done some complex prints in the past, but we did them with a really early version of the software, and they didn't turn out too well. They don’t represent what the Peachy will be able to do, but you can check some of them out in the gallery section of our website. We like pushing the limits; if we decide to do more prints during the campaign we will attempt to print both a full size canoe and a working peachy printer (think RepRap!) These prints would have an extremely positive effect on the campaign! Even if we fail, at least we will have taken out some of the guess work for our backers! For now we are completely swamped with the media and backer questions. If you're not convinced by what you have seen so far then feel free to wait it out; we will prove the full capabilities of the Peachy as soon as we can!
    Last updated: Tuesday Sep 24, 11:09pm EDT
  • What about floating objects?
    Great news! Floating objects only need very, very small support tabs/legs. This is because the print and the salt water have almost identical densities. Also, unlike an extrusion based printer there is no print head to put physical pressure on the print.
    Last updated: Tuesday Sep 24, 8:31pm EDT
  • Is the resin open source too?
    Not yet, although it has been talked about. This will be up to Josh Ellis from MakerJuice.
    Last updated: Tuesday Sep 24, 8:31pm EDT
  • Does the scanner attachment include a printer?
    No. It’s basically quality camera and a turntable (driven by a stepper motor) that combine with the printer to make it a scanner. If you prefer, you can use your own camera and turntable along with the Peachy kit to have scanner functionality.
    Last updated: Tuesday Sep 24, 8:31pm EDT
  • Do you require a print base, or does the object just float as it prints?
    You need a print base, but nearly anything will work!
    Last updated: Tuesday Sep 24, 8:31pm EDT
  • What is the toxicity of the resin? Is it food safe?
    We don’t know the final recipe for the resin yet as its still under development! Please assume that its not food safe… We will work hard to pleasantly surprise you!
    Last updated: Tuesday Sep 24, 11:09pm EDT
  • Will there be a reward for a kit version that includes everything that the fully assembled version does?
    Yes, we're currently discussing that option. Stay tuned!
    Last updated: Tuesday Sep 24, 8:31pm EDT
  • Does the shrinkage of the curing resin have an effect on or compound errors with the Z-axis precision?
    Absolutely, however much of this effect is consistent and predictable. For the most part it can be calibrated for.
    Last updated: Tuesday Sep 24, 8:31pm EDT
  • What kind of pipe will I need and what exactly is it for?
    The purpose of the pipe is to mount one liquid container above the other. You can use anything you see fit (pipe, rod, dowel, even shelves etc.). Just make sure it’s strong enough!