Hello Steven,
Here’s the run down. If you buy new you have the warranty if you’re looking to buy used make sure you checkout the printer before hand and everything is working fine.
These printers are great when they work.
When something goes wrong its not fun.
Parts and materials are expensive please look into
cost before you jump the gun.
If you need more info or have questions feel free to email us.
www.cokreeate.com
Steven,
They are still the go-to printer for full-color architecture models. And there are some great buys out there that are “like new” and have real potential. If you are interested in learning more, I can provide pricing on some new and use 660 Pro printers. We have lots of experience with repairing these machines and I would be glad to discuss some things you may want to consider before buying.
Feel free to shoot me an email for more information on some great options.
Charlie Fedorko, Lead Engineer
cfedorko@accucode3d.com
kevrat
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We use this printer for making arhitecture maquette and figurine (mini copy of peoples). For scanning we use scanner Artec Eva
kevrat
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Our model printed with ProJet 660
I think Zprinter 650 came out in ~2009
Then it was upgraded 3 times and i think it become Projet 660 in ~2012
There is a comparison of some color 3d printers
cobnut
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Hi @Steven_51, there’s almost certainly something better just around the corner, but then there always is with technology; whenever you buy anything you’ve got to do so with the knowledge that there will be something better available pretty soon, you just have to bite the bullet and make a decision (unless there’s firm evidence of something better coming very soon).
That said, I’d be more interested in your needs rather than the pros and cons of particular printers. Do you have any other printers now (i.e. will this be your first printer)? How many models are you likely to produce per month? What specific advantage do you feel owning your own printer will give you over contracting the work out?
Something like the Pro660 is a huge chunk of cash, and it’ll come with a steep learning curve and some substantial running costs, while depreciating every moment it’s sat there not actually printing something. How many contracted jobs could you have completed for the cost of the machine and a year’s running costs and time for training?
Yes I am Steven,
I’m leading the 3DP effort here at the Microsol Resources NYC office. We have a ProJet 660 and a MJP 2500 printer in our office. BTW, since you are also in architecture I should tell you I am also a Revit implementation specialist and instructor.
Checkout our latest 3D Printed models.
A Link to our 3D Printed Model Gallery
https://www.facebook.com/pg/MicrosolResourcesCorp/photos/?tab=album&album\_id=1544660685561495
Regards,
Roger
thanks for and advice everyone.
I’ve decided to do a 2 year lease on the machine since 3D printing is advancing so rapidly these days.
Has anyone had experience leasing a machine like this?
a year maintenance I read somewhere is about $9000, and a liter of powder is about $1000
anything I should take into consideration?
thanks
Since you’ll have 1yr service all the part will be covered under warranty. You’ll also need print head… Binder clear and color. Head cleaners. Super glue… keep in mind your first few print and from time to time you’ll most likely break a few prints. www.cokreeate.com
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Hi Steven,
I can provide a competitive quote for the printer with leasing options. We can do a 24-month lease with a $1 residual.
We offer service and parts warranty and keep stock on all the consumables necessary. We have many references for clients in the area using these printers.
Roger Liucci Microsol Resources
212-465-8734
Zapaer
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@Steven_51 maybe consider the AON-M Industrial 3D Printer as an alternative.
It’s much more affordable.
Zapaer
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I am just curious does anyone know why this post thread is “featured”?
