Does Anybody???

[Spower001]

3D print in your RV?

I am a full timer and really want to do 3D printing but, I boondock most of the time and am wondering if they use a lot of power?
I have 2 - 100ah lithium batteries and run on a 2000W inverter.
Would it drain my batteries doing one project?

I just want a pretty small printer to do small parts, something mobile and easy to store.

[Skip426]

Without info on the 3D printer power draw ( amps when in use ) and time to complete a print project ; any answer you get would just be a guess.

[MrMark52]

3.5A@120VAC is what my WanHao i3 uses

Included in that is anywhere from a 40W and up filament heater typical in most 3d printers (the i3 has a 40W heater).

[Duster73]

We do 3d printing at work with a small unit. The programs typically run for a long time. Longer than I would think they need.

For a small 2x6 inch part. It can take 6-8 hours
But all machines are different. A little larger items can take 12 hours.

Good luck!

[Spower001]

Yup lots of variables for sure! It seems I will be able to do this with a small printer, now the next thing is.......which one!!!


I do have a generator if it comes down to that

[Ray,IN]

I suspect running the genset will be mandatory. The battery draw to run from the inverter is 10X the 120V draw.