The Recreator 3D : MK6 KB-3D Kit - Turn PET1 plastic bottles into 3D filament

The Recreator3D.com –MK6 : FUN SIZE - a KB-3D.com Build Kit Experience - Turning PET1 Bottles into Filament!

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🚀 KB-3D's Impact on the MK6 Kits

Since 3DPrintopia 2024 , KB-3D has helped take the Recreator3D MK6 from a DIY project to a true production kit . While users still print their own parts , KB-3D handles all other DIY needs in-house , streamlining the process.

- If needed, users can also purchase preprinted parts or remove components like motors or hotends from their cart. This makes for a more affordable build and allows makers to reuse parts they already own . ✅ Key Achievements:

📦 Production-Ready Kits: The MK6 is now a refined, ready-to-assemble kit with higher-grade parts and consistent quality.

🌍 Wider Reach: KB-3D’s storefront made the kits more accessible globally with affordable shipping.

🔥 Flexible Builds: The option to buy preprinted parts or remove components makes the kit more affordable and customizable.

💡 Easier Adoption: With KB-3D handling the DIY heavy lifting , the kit is easier for makers to build and use.

🚀 Bottom Line:

Thanks to KB-3D , the MK6 is now a professional-grade kit that’s easier to build, more reliable, and widely available—while still offering flexibility for makers to save money and reuse their own parts.

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⚠ IMPORTANT NOTICE:

The KB-3D MK6 kit is NOT the same as the original DIY version . This is a refined, production-grade kit with:

✅ Reduced 3D-printed parts , making the build faster and easier.

🔧 In-house tooled components supplied by KB-3D for improved quality and consistency.

🛠 Streamlined assembly with the DIY aspects removed , thanks to KB-3D handling the tooling in-house.

📋 A new BOM (Bill of Materials) and updated build notes.

If you’ve built a previous DIY MK6, be aware that this version offers a whole new experience —more efficient, reliable, and easier to assemble.

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⚠ IMPORTANT NOTICE:

The BOM, BUILD NOTES, and PRINTED PARTS LIST are included in the Other Files section as PDFs . → They can also be found here https://www.recreator3d.com/mk6kb3d

📄 Please review them carefully before starting your build.

🌐 For the latest updates and news , visit: 👉 Recreator3D.com

✅ Stay informed with the most accurate and up-to-date build information!

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We’re not just recycling—we’re recreating . At Recreator3D.com , we’re transforming PET1 plastic bottles into high-quality 3D printing filament using pultrusion technology . But that’s not all—we’re also repurposing old 3D printer parts , like Ender 3 frames, extruders, and motion systems, to build custom pultrusion units . Instead of tossing outdated machines, we’re using them to power the recycling process itself.

Want to get started? Recreator3D.com/quickstart is your go-to resource. Whether you're looking for how-tos, community builds, or project history , everything you need is right there.

Looking to connect? Join the conversation, share your work, or get support from others working with PET1 pultrusion and recycled 3D printer parts :

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MK6: Fun Size — December 24, 2022

The MK6: Fun Size emerged as a more compact and affordable DIY parts kit, designed to reduce the size of the MK5 by 1/3rd and incorporate the MK4 spooler into a smaller frame. This blend of old and new technologies makes it perfect for home filament production while maintaining high performance.

The MK6's smaller frame size, combined with a dual-geared single motor and a build volume of 165 x 165 x 180 mm (6.5 x 6.5 x 7 inches), allows users to create high-quality PET#1 filament at home with ease. The smaller format also made the MK6 easy to ship affordably , as well as provided a smaller footprint for 3D printing the parts , making it accessible for hobbyists and makers.

This design is ideal for smaller 3D printers like the Ender 3 and Prusa Mini , which can easily print the MK6 parts, further reducing the overall cost for users.

LDO played a key role in helping the project gain reach within the RepRap community and provided initial encouragement for the MK6's development toward a potential kit release . Their support helped inspire the drive for making the MK6 smaller and more accessible to a wider audience.

The MK6 design was refined with valuable feedback from the Recreator 3D community and beta testing , with Nick Jones contributing to the refinement of the build manual based on his experience with the MK4 spooler design.

Key Differences:

- 1/3rd the size of the MK5: The MK6 is a more compact version of the MK5, reducing the overall footprint.