Plot(ter) Twist, Two different vintage printer/plotters get refurbished (CGP-115, MCP-40)

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In this video we take a look at a pair of vintage printers/plotters from two different manufacturers. They both use the infamous Alps mechanism. We’ll have a peek inside to see how much they are alike and how they differ. We’ll then try to fix what needs fixing and give them both a whirl. Will we get them both running? Join us and find out.

00:00 – Welcome
01:10 – Overview of plotters
03:11 – A look at the mechanisms
13:58 – Replacing pinion gears
22:09 – Putting it back together
23:46 – Testing
35:25 – Wrap up

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