The Open Printer Is a Raspberry Pi Zero W-Powered Printer
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- #raspberry-pi
- #inkjet-printer
- #open-source
- The Open Printer is a fully-open, highly-flexible inkjet printer powered by a Raspberry Pi Zero W.
- It prints on a continuous roll of paper and cuts pages to size automatically.
- Entirely open-source, barring off-the-shelf print heads and ink cartridges.
- Designed for makers, artists, and those tired of throwaway hardware.
- Features standard mechanical components and modular parts for easy assembly, modification, and repair.
- No proprietary drivers or cartridge DRM, allowing use of third-party or refilled cartridges.
- Uses off-the-shelf HP cartridges but supports third-party or refilled options.
- Includes an STM32 microcontroller and Raspberry Pi Zero W as the central brain.
- Offers multiple connectivity options: USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB MSD.
- Supports various paper sizes and continuous rolls with a built-in cutter.
- Licensed under Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 4.0, encouraging repairs and upgrades.