Hello,
I've been followed Reprap Simpson progress for a while, the machine is amazing! I'm new to 3D Printing and don't know much about it, but I would like to get one. I've some experience in importing electronic parts from China and Hong Kong. And I think the board pricing can be reduce a lot if you can find a reliable sources. It will take some time, but I'm sure it will be worth in long run. You can do while doing beta tests, before final version.
I was lucky enough to find good product for my shop, customers are happy and only 1%-2% need to be repair in last year. The key is not going to the cheapest, but reasonable priced. Usually, I found that the sweet spot is about 50% of the market price, and go to 30% for wholesale. But that is the completed electronic products, not just parts though.
I hope these would help:
[www.alibaba.com]
[s.taobao.com]
[www.ebay.com]
Many sellers found in Alibaba / taobao are valid. To select right suppliers, inquire them about the product. There'll be some who have deep understanding about their product. Ask them about sample unit.
Good luck!
I've been followed Reprap Simpson progress for a while, the machine is amazing! I'm new to 3D Printing and don't know much about it, but I would like to get one. I've some experience in importing electronic parts from China and Hong Kong. And I think the board pricing can be reduce a lot if you can find a reliable sources. It will take some time, but I'm sure it will be worth in long run. You can do while doing beta tests, before final version.
I was lucky enough to find good product for my shop, customers are happy and only 1%-2% need to be repair in last year. The key is not going to the cheapest, but reasonable priced. Usually, I found that the sweet spot is about 50% of the market price, and go to 30% for wholesale. But that is the completed electronic products, not just parts though.
I hope these would help:
[www.alibaba.com]
[s.taobao.com]
[www.ebay.com]
Many sellers found in Alibaba / taobao are valid. To select right suppliers, inquire them about the product. There'll be some who have deep understanding about their product. Ask them about sample unit.
Good luck!