So, I've decided I'd like to build a Delta printer.  Something along the lines

So, I’ve decided I’d like to build a Delta printer. Something along the lines of a Rostock, or a Kossel. My problem: I’m still pretty new to this (I’ve only used my PrintrBot Simple so far); I need your help.

I’d like it to be reasonably-sized (not too big), and sturdy. I’m not fond of magnets for connections, and I don’t mind buying manufactured parts (e.g.: model U-joints, carbon fiber rods). I also prefer belts rather than Spectra line.

I’d appreciate any suggestions. Links to plans and/or BOM would be perfect!

Just find a BOM for a deltaprinter, replace the parts you don’t want with parts you want, and scale the dimension to the size you want.

Look for linear slides on aliexpress. Once you have good slides everything else is piece of cake.

Have you looked at the 3DR? Seem to be a lot of folk building those atm.

Oops. Scratch that, I missed the ‘no spectra’ criteria.

Aren’t you still waiting for your Kickstarter printer?

In my case, since the Rigidbot isn’t gonna hit my door for 2~3 months, I couldn’t wait and got in on the QU-BD 1^. It has not arrived yet, but this one will be a kit so that when my fully assembled BIG! gets here I’ll have earned some maker cred.

I know, who asked me? Right?

@Tim_Rastall I can be flexible. maybe I should try a Simpson variant?
@Eric_Moy Yep. Looks like the RigidBot will ship shortly after the Chinese New Year holidays.
@Rojer_Wisner I’m right there with you, buddy, and i like to hear what you’re doing in the meantime.

A kossel mini is good
If u want a kossel mini with vslot
And gt2 is straight forward

Finding some good sources on Amazon for Kossel Mini parts! Found precut aluminum extrusion kit for $49, and some cheap tool steel rods. I may actually be able to do this!

Man, you’re gonna have a home hackerspace by the end of next year! Totally jealous

@Eric_Moy LOL! I only have 3D printer (soon: printers) and electronics, but yeah, it’s kinda getting that way.

Links?

@Shachar_Weis For the Amazon stuff? Sure:
Precut Open Beam: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FIP8HPW/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3D7RKUM9ISVD&coliid=I3A9FOEFUYSS3N
Tool Steel 8mm rods: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0050RMXJO/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3D7RKUM9ISVD&coliid=I2GE9KXX84MUA4
Premade linkage rods: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DZTTY5K/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3D7RKUM9ISVD&coliid=I37CKMXBVMSVJD
There’s a lot more. It’s always worth searching Amazon for stuff; especially if you have a Prime subscription.

I envy, http://amazon.com doesn’t ship to Canada, and http://amazon.ca is a sad joke.

What’s a BOM?

BOM = bill of materials

@Michael_Weber BOM == Bill of Materials == Parts List