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Printer model: B9 Creator
Available: 2012 – 2014
Last known price: $3375 (assembled) $2375 (DIY kit)

Manufacturer: B9Creations
Origin: USA
Active: YES

SPECIFICATION:

Technology: DLP
Build Volume: 102 × 76 × 203 mm

Heated bed: N/A (resin)
Filament diameter: N/A (resin)
Minimum layer height: 0.03 mm

Software: B9Creator Software
Connection: USB
Delivery form: assembled or DIY kit

ABOUT:

B9 Creator was a 3D printer based on DLP technology, introduced in 2012 by the American company B9Creations. It was one of the first low-cost SLA/DLP 3D printers available to professionals and hobbyists, offering an alternative to significantly more expensive industrial systems. The project gained immense popularity through a Kickstarter campaign, where the company raised funds for its production.

The Kickstarter campaign was a great success—the project raised nearly $513,000, far exceeding its original goal of just $50,000. This allowed B9Creations to begin production and fulfill orders for its backers.

B9 Creator used a DLP projector to cure layers of photopolymer resin with UV light. This technology enabled extremely high precision and detail in prints, comparable to stereolithography systems but at a much lower cost.

Over time, improved versions such as B9 Creator v1.1 and v1.2 were introduced, featuring enhancements like a higher-resolution 1080p projector and a deeper resin vat. In 2017, the company discontinued the B9 Creator, replacing it with more advanced models from the B9 Core series, which featured faster printing processes and more sophisticated components.

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Printer model: ODO Play
Available: 2016 – 2018
Last known price: €600

Manufacturer: Infinum3D
Origin: Poland
Active: NO

SPECIFICATION:

Technology: FFF
Build Volume: 140 x 140 x 140 mm (delta)

Heated bed: NO
Filament diameter: 1.75 mm
Minimum layer height: 0.2 mm

Software: Open source
Connection: micro SD & USB
Delivery form: assembled

ABOUT:

ODO Play was a compact, education-focused delta 3D printer with a 14 cm diameter build area, auto-calibration (ODO Motion sensors), and a user-friendly interface. Priced at PLN 2,430 (~€600), it was distributed by ABC Data and MediaMarkt in Poland.

ODO Play was very easy in use—featuring a Polish-language Marlin firmware, „Kids Mode” (pausing prints when opened), and plug-and-play operation. However, it has limitations like no heated bed and slower heating times.

While initial prints showed decent quality (comparable to Robo 3D or Einstart-S), Longer tests revealed its weaknesses. Ideal for schools and beginners, ODO Play balanced affordability and functionality in the entry-level market.

Infinum3D, led by Tomasz Zwolan—a RepRap pioneer in Poland—gained nationwide attention by installing a massive industrial FDM 3D printer (ODO Kronos) at Ursus factory. With a 1 x 0.8 x 0.7 m build volume, dual extruders, and advanced features like filament recognition and anti-clogging systems, it was designed for prototyping vehicle parts.

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Printer model: Stratasys F120
Available: 2019 – 2023 (?)
Last known price: $11.999

Manufacturer: Stratasys
Origin: USA
Active: YES

SPECIFICATION:

Technology: FFF
Build Volume: 254 x 254 x 254 mm

Heated bed: YES
Filament diameter: 1.75 mm
Minimum layer height: 0.1 mm

Software: GrabCAD Print
Connection: WiFi
Delivery form: assembled

ABOUT:

The Stratasys F120 was the fourth machine in the F123 series, and its debut on April 1, 2019, was a major event as it directly competed with the MakerBot Method, launched just four months earlier by a company owned by Stratasys.

The F120 was based on FDM technology and was the smallest in the F123 series, which also included the F170, F270, and F370. It had the same build volume as the F170 (25.4 x 25.4 x 25.4 cm).

Its main differences were its significantly smaller overall size and a more limited selection of available materials—ABS-M30, ASA, and the QSR support material. The F120 did not have built-in filament compartments; instead, filaments were supplied from independent containers.

F120 model is no longer available in the company’s portfolio.

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Printer model: Robo 3D R1
Available: 2013 – 2016
Last known price: €999

Manufacturer: Robo3D
Origin: USA
Active: YES

SPECIFICATION:

Technology: FFF
Build Volume: 254 x 254 x 203 mm

Heated bed: YES
Filament diameter: 1.75 mm
Minimum layer height: 0.1 mm

Software: Repetier Host or MatterControl
Connection: USB cable
Delivery form: assembled

ABOUT:

Robo 3D is an American 3D printer manufacturer based in San Diego, California, founded in 2012. The company gained prominence through a successful Kickstarter campaign, raising $649,663 against a $49,000 goal for its first product, the Robo 3D R1.

Since its inception, Robo 3D focused on affordable, user-friendly desktop 3D printers with open filament systems, targeting home users, small businesses, and education. Later, it expanded its offerings with models like the Robo C2 and R2, and shifted towards educational solutions.

Robo 3D R1, launched via Kickstarter in 2013, was Robo 3D’s debut printer, raising nearly $650,000. It featured a characteristic, distinctive white plastic casing and a large – at the time – build volume of 254 x 254 x 203 mm. It was based on RepRap Prusa i2 project.

Priced at $499 during the campaign, it offered rather good value, although in terms of print quality or reliability, it was far behind MakerBot Replicator 2 or Up! Plus.

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Printer model: Velleman K8200
Available: 2013 – 2015 (?)
Last known price: €625

Manufacturer: Velleman
Origin: Belgium
Active: NO (as a manufacturer); YES (as a company)

SPECIFICATION:

Technology: FFF
Build Volume: 200 x 200 x 200 mm

Heated bed: YES
Filament diameter: 1.75 mm
Minimum layer height: 0.2 mm

Software: Repetier Host
Connection: USB cable
Delivery form: DIY kit

ABOUT:

Velleman is a Belgian company with a long-standing tradition, specializing in the production of electronics, DIY assembly kits, measuring tools, and solutions for education and hobbyists. Founded in 1972, the company has gained recognition in both the European and international markets over the decades, offering products that combine affordability with solid craftsmanship.

Velleman’s extensive product range includes:

• Electronic kits – from simple circuits for beginners to advanced projects for hobbyists.
• Tools and measuring instruments – multimeters, signal generators, oscilloscopes.
• Robotics and automation – robot-building kits, controllers, sensors.
• 3D printers – including a series of models designed for home and educational use.

The Velleman K8200 was the company’s first 3D printer, primarily aimed at hobbyists and enthusiasts of 3D printing technology. It was available as a DIY kit. Upon its release, it quickly gained popularity, with the company boasting sales of 7,000 units in the first few months.

It was offered until around 2015–2016, gradually being replaced by later models (e.g., the Velleman Vertex K8400). Today, Velleman still sells filaments but no longer offers 3D printers.

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Printer model: Monkeyfab Prime
Available: 2014 – 2018 (?)
Last known price: 3 690,00 PLN (~925 EUR)

Manufacturer: Monkeyfab
Origin: Poland
Active: NO (as a manufacturer); YES (as a company)

SPECIFICATION:

Technology: FFF
Build Volume: 200 x 200 x 180 mm

Heated bed: YES
Filament diameter: 3.00 mm (1.75 mm later models)
Minimum layer height: 0.1 mm

Software: open-source
Connection: SD card + USB cable
Delivery form: DIY kit or assembled (two prices)

ABOUT:

Monkeyfab, founded in 2012 by brothers Piotr and Pawel Twardo, was involved in the development of 3D printing technology in Poland from the very beginning, particularly within the RepRap community. The Monkeyfab PRIME printer (sometimes called Prime3D) was designed as a device that stood out for its precision and build quality, earning recognition both domestically and internationally. The historical context is important, as the brand built its reputation through pioneering efforts at a time when 3D printing in Poland was still in its infancy.

The Prime was one of the first 3D printers derived from the RepRap lineage, where all components were made of metal or acrylic. Its rigid construction and high durability ensured a long lifespan. There were two generations: black (2014-2015) and white (2015-2018), differing in nuances in the construction of the build plate and extruder.

In later years, Monkeyfab developed the Spire 3D printer, which was based on delta kinematics and intended as the successor to the Prime. However, the company ultimately shifted its focus entirely, and since the late 2010s, it has specialized in large-format 3D printing services, which it continues to successfully provide today.

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