Extruder Device for Regular 3D Printers
Edible Paste Extruder for FDM 3D Printers: A New Way to Print and Eat
If you're a fan of 3D printing and have a soft spot for sweet treats, you'll be excited to hear about the edible paste extruder for FDM 3D printers. Designed by Nedji Yusufova, this innovative device allows your run-of-the-mill FDM printer to print with edible pastes such as chocolate, dough, or icing.
Materials
The extruder is made using food-safe materials, ensuring that your treats are safe to eat. Key components include a syringe or cartridge made of food-grade plastic or glass to hold the edible paste, a mechanism to push the paste (usually a stepper motor-driven plunger), and nozzle components that are stainless steel or food-safe plastic. The design ensures easy cleaning and avoids contamination.
Availability
Nedji Yusufova has shared designs and open-source files for this extruder on platforms like GitHub, Thingiverse, or her personal/professional website or portfolio. You can find downloadable STL files to 3D print parts of the extruder yourself. Some kits or ready-made extruders might be offered for sale through specialized 3D printing accessory vendors or through academic collaborations.
Where to Look
To find more information about this extruder, check Nedji Yusufova’s official website or LinkedIn for publication or project links. Search for edible paste extruder projects on Thingiverse or MyMiniFactory, filtering by her name. Academic papers or conference presentations may have been published if she has done research on this. Community forums like Reddit’s r/3Dprinting or specialized food 3D printing forums might have discussions or links.
This extruder provides an opportunity to experiment with new recipes and enhances the capabilities of existing 3D printers. It's compatible with some mass-market 3D printers and is relatively straightforward to build. In fact, Nedji Yusufova has even designed a row of 3D printers with paste extruders for use at the Delft Maker Faire.
While the paste extruder does not present anything particularly new, it continues to push the boundaries of what we can create with our 3D printers. The focus of the project might be the materials that can be used, with the extruder not being limited to biodegradable pastes and potentially printable with various materials.
So, if you're ready to take your 3D printing hobby to the next level and create edible masterpieces, the edible paste extruder for FDM 3D printers is definitely worth a look!
This innovative device, the edible paste extruder for FDM 3D printers, not only expands culinary possibilities but also opens up new avenues for 3D printing enthusiasts, allowing them to create not only functional objects but also delicious treats using DIY technology and gadgets. To obtain the designs andopen-source files for this extruder, one can look on platforms like GitHub, Thingiverse, or Nedji Yusufova's personal/professional website.
