Anyone heard more about the Ekocycle 3D printer?

[mman1506]

Originally Posted by rockychat3

Is it possible to use any PET as long as you load it into their special cartridges? The printer is super cool but I'm terrified to use up the included spools at $50/each!

Example: http://www.amazon.com/MadeSolid-PET-.../dp/B00PH4D5P6

Nope, the cartridges contain a chip that stores filament type and length remaining. As filament is extruded the printer updates the length remaining value on the chip. When that value hits zero the printer will refuse to print even if filament is available.