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==Sponsor==
[[User:Dbever | Derek Bever]]
==History==
* 2013-11-18 - Initial draft
==Background ==
Pumping Station: One is rapidly approaching 300 members. The laser engraver and 3D printers tend to be the most interesting (Shiny! Cool!) machines for new members, and certainly serve as a motivation for joining PS:1. We committed to having a high-quality laser. We should continue the trend of obtaining high-quality technology for our members and supplement (or replace) some of our current 3D printing equipment with a recent machine from a reputable manufacturer.
I've opted to propose the Lulzbot Taz 2 printer for a few reasons.
* We have an existing relationship with the company. They donated our currently most-functional printer.
* Significantly expanded build volume compared to our current printers.
** 298mm x 275mm x 250mm (11.7in x 10.8in x 9.8in)
* Out-of-the-box support for a variety of materials.
** ABS, PLA, PVA, HIPS, and Laywood
* It's open source, which is admirable and a desirable quality for most of our members.
== Language ==
Authorize the board to spend as much as $2750 to pre-order a Lulzbot Taz 2 printer, from the Lulzbot [http://www.lulzbot.com/?q=products/lulzbot-taz-2-3d-printer store]. The manufacturer is anticipating ship dates before the end of 2013.
* Retail Price of the printer: $2395
** Illinois sales tax for Chicago in Cook county is 9.25%. This will not be charged by the Lulzbot web store, but should be paid by PS:1 at the time that taxes get filed. This tax brings the base cost of the printer to $2616.
* Shipping: Estimated ~$50
Expected total cost of purchase: $2670 or less.
[[Category: Votes]][[Category: 2013_Votes]]
[[User:Dbever | Derek Bever]]
==History==
* 2013-11-18 - Initial draft
==Background ==
Pumping Station: One is rapidly approaching 300 members. The laser engraver and 3D printers tend to be the most interesting (Shiny! Cool!) machines for new members, and certainly serve as a motivation for joining PS:1. We committed to having a high-quality laser. We should continue the trend of obtaining high-quality technology for our members and supplement (or replace) some of our current 3D printing equipment with a recent machine from a reputable manufacturer.
I've opted to propose the Lulzbot Taz 2 printer for a few reasons.
* We have an existing relationship with the company. They donated our currently most-functional printer.
* Significantly expanded build volume compared to our current printers.
** 298mm x 275mm x 250mm (11.7in x 10.8in x 9.8in)
* Out-of-the-box support for a variety of materials.
** ABS, PLA, PVA, HIPS, and Laywood
* It's open source, which is admirable and a desirable quality for most of our members.
== Language ==
Authorize the board to spend as much as $2750 to pre-order a Lulzbot Taz 2 printer, from the Lulzbot [http://www.lulzbot.com/?q=products/lulzbot-taz-2-3d-printer store]. The manufacturer is anticipating ship dates before the end of 2013.
* Retail Price of the printer: $2395
** Illinois sales tax for Chicago in Cook county is 9.25%. This will not be charged by the Lulzbot web store, but should be paid by PS:1 at the time that taxes get filed. This tax brings the base cost of the printer to $2616.
* Shipping: Estimated ~$50
Expected total cost of purchase: $2670 or less.
[[Category: Votes]][[Category: 2013_Votes]]
