ComeTrue T10/M10 Due Diligence: Comparing T10 Parts

Last week we conducted our twice a year training for the Youth ChalleNGe teachers.  They got an extra treat this time.

Rafal Pruszynski, the Sales Manager for Super 3D Plus Inc of Calgary, Canada was in our area visiting several prospective buyers and stopped by to show us some sample parts created on the ComeTrue T10 and M10 powder/binder printers.

We have been using full-color powder/binder printing for some time using our ZCorp Z450 and ah\\have been experimenting with ceramics for a  while using a ZCorp 310.  So, it was interesting to compare what we have been able to produce on our older printers with the output of the new ComeTrue printers.  It was also interesting to compare cost of operation between the old and new systems.

COMETRUE SAMPLE PARTS

So, let's take a look at some of the images we captured and discuss what they mean for us.

ComeTrue 3D Prints Gypsum and Ceramic Prints

The ComeTrue T10 can print in full-color, which does not need to be fired, or ceramic materials that need to be fired in a kiln.  The above collection contains samples of each.  The statue in the middle, was not fired.  It's simply a gypsum print.  However, it looked carved due to the detail of the print.

The Sponge Bob like house was ceramic and colored during the firing phase.  The Owl, tiles and vase in the top left were also ceramic.

OUR COMPARISON GROUP

In this next group, we will add some of OUR prints for making the comparison.

Powder/Binder Prints including Z450

The first thing to notice is that the Z450's colors are faded and, because it relies on a older HP cartridges to supply the color there is visible banding.  The bust with the plaid shirt and the buildings were printed on our Z450.  The other thing that stands out in the caparison is that our old printer is just CMY.  There is no true black because the black cartridge is emptied to permit it to dispense the binder.  So, we can never achieve true black.

COMPARING COMETRUE PARTS WITH Z450 PARTS

This next two images demonstrate the differences in stark contrast.

ComeTrue Print (Left) vs. Z450 Print (Right)

Z450 Print(Left) vs. ComeTrue Print (Right)

While it has been great to have the Z450 to print in color, it is also clear that the ComeTrue T10 is infinitely better in terms of color, contrast and resolution.  The ComeTrue 3D printer output is amazing!

COMETRUE PRINTS OF FULL BODY SCANS

But, I have one more sample to show you.  I wish I had copies of these next images in full resolution so the detail could be examined at full size.  But, the copies of the images I have appear to have been reduced to ease sending via email.  Even so, I think you will be VERY impressed.  No, that is NOT an image of a man.  It is an image of a full-color print of a SCAN of a man!  It's AMAZING!!!

Full color print of a scan printed on the ComeTrue T10

 Needless to say, the teachers and our team a YouthQuest Foundation were very happy that Rafal was able to make it east and include us in his itinerary.  The sample prints speak for themselves.  I am including Rafal's contact information just in case you are interested in powder/binder printing.  It is my favorite 3D printing technology and I have a new favorite powder/binder printer.

Rafal PruszynskiSales Manager
Super 3D Plus Inc / 4G Vision Tech Ltd
1-(403) 452 2200 (office)
1-(403) 880 4
sales@super3dplus.com
#140 3553 31 ST NW
Calgary AB Canada T2L 2K7

Lastly, something most people may not think about....  open source materials and reliability.  While we can use use 3rd party powders and binders in our  ZCorp 310, that is not so with the Z450 or, as far as I know, of any of the present offerings from 3D Systems.  Moreover, we could not keep our Z450 printer running very long without paying $6,000+ for an annual maintenance contract.

But, I am told most of the parts of the ComeTrue T10 are user serviceable and readily available.  That is a HUGE consideration.  And, I do mean HUGE!