Lulzbot Lulzbot TAZ 8 3D Printer - Meteor 175

LulzBot TAZ 8: Built to Last, Built to Perform

Designed for industries requiring dependable performance and durability. This rugged desktop 3D printer excels in producing detailed jigs, sturdy prototypes, and effective manufacturing aids, ensuring consistent results in demanding settings.

• Engineered for Reliability: Built to deliver in environments where consistency and performance are key.Engineered for Reliability: Built to deliver in environments where consistency and performance are key.
• Durable Build: Constructed with high-grade materials to endure tough industrial use.
• Simplified Maintenance: Advanced filament monitoring and optimized wiring harnesses reduce downtime and streamline operations.

Choosing the Right Tool Head

Select the best Tool Head for your LulzBot TAZ 8 based on your specific printing needs. Each option in the Galaxy Series is designed for different scenarios:

Meteor 175

• For 1.75mm Filament: Offers the widest range of color and material options.

• Best For: General printing across diverse materials.

Meteor 285

• Robust Filament Handling: Minimizes filament stretching, ideal for flexible materials.

• Best For: Printing with flexible materials like TPU.

Asteroid 285

• Large Layer Extrusion: Features a 100W heater and 1.2mm nozzle for larger prints.

• Best For: Faster printing of large items with thicker layers.

Twin Nebula 175

• Dual Extrusion for 1.75mm Filament: Allows for multi-material or multi-color printing.

• Best For: Projects requiring multiple materials or colors in one print.

Twin Nebula 285

• Dual Extrusion for 2.85mm Filament: Handles robust and flexible materials in dual-material prints.

• Best For: Dual-material prints involving flexible or thicker filaments.

Choose a Tool Head that aligns with your project requirements to enhance the performance and versatility of your LulzBot TAZ 8. Each Tool Head is engineered to maximize efficiency and quality, ensuring you get the most out of your 3D printing experience.

First-Ever Active Bed Cooling

Reduce cool-down times by over 50% with Active Bed Cooling, maintaining material integrity and speeding up production cycles

• Reduces waiting times, enhancing efficiency.
• Prevents material deformation while speeding cooldown.

Precision Linear Rails in X & Y Axes

Consistent movement along the X and Y axes with Linear Rails, enabling faster print speeds and superior print quality.

• Allows for higher accelerations, reducing print times.
• Achieves precise positioning for impeccable print results.

Next-Generation User Interface

Navigate easily with a glove-friendly resistive touch screen and intuitive menus, enhancing control and efficiency.

• Operate the printer effortlessly, even with gloves on.
• Streamlined menus for quick, easy control of your 3D printing.

Advanced Filament Monitoring

Automatically detect filament issues like runout and jams to prevent print failures and minimize waste.

• Detects issues to stop problems before they affect the print.
• Ensures efficient use of filament, saving resources and time.

Tool-Free Tool Head Swapping

Quickly swap Tool Heads without tools using a magnetic cap and thumbscrews, reducing downtime and boosting flexibility.

• Swap Tool Heads quickly without the need for additional tools.
• Solid thumbscrews ensure each Tool Head is securely attached.

Advanced Bed Leveling

Achieve precise bed leveling with the BLTouch® probe, ensuring great first-layer adhesion and optimal print quality.

• Physical probing provides consistent leveling across the entire print bed.
• Achieves repeatable first-layers, crucial for final print quality.

Workspace Planning?

Get a life-sized TAZ 8 model to help plan your labs, shops, and workspaces.

• Download Life-Sized TAZ 8 .STEP
• Get a desk-sized TAZ 8 model for space planning or for fun! Use 1.75mm filament for functional Z-axis movement!

TAZ 8 Specifications

• 3D Printing Technology: FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication)

• Build Volume: 285 x 285 x 285 mm (11.25 x 11.25 x 11.25 inches)

• Standard Tool Head Model: 🔗 Any Galaxy Series Tool Head

• Equipped Layer Height Range: 0.1mm (100 microns) to 0.4mm (400 microns)

• Platform Layer Height Capabilities: 0.05mm (50 microns) to 1.8mm (1800 microns)

• Nozzle Diameter & Material: 0.5mm Nickel Plated Brass

• Maximum Hot End Temperature: 290°C (554°F) - Firmware Limited

• XYZ Positional Resolution:

  • X and Y axes: 0.01mm (10 microns)

  • Z axis: 0.0019mm (1.9 microns)

• Movement System:

  • GT2 Belt Drive

  • Linear Rails X & Y

  • 12mm Igus SST Rods and Polymer Bushings Z

• Maximum Travel Speed: 500 mm/s - Firmware Limited

• Print Bed Heater: 360W 24V Silicon

• Print Bed Material: 🔗 Magnetic Flex Bed System

• Maximum Print Bed Temperature: 110°C (230°F)

• Filament Diameter Compatibility: 2.85mm or 1.75mm (Tool Head Dependent)

• Filament Sensor: Runout and Stripping Detection

• Mainboard: 32-bit Archim 2.2b with Trinamic TMC2130 drivers and Xpand board

• Firmware: Marlin

• Bed Leveling System: Automatic BLTouch 16-Point Mesh

• Calibration:

  • Automatic X-Axis True Tramming

  • Z-Offset

  • Backlash Compensation

• Power Supply: 500W 24V Mean Well, Auto-Switching

• Power Input: 100VAC-240VAC

• Slicer Software Recommendation: 🔗 Cura LE (LulzBot Edition)

• OS Compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux

• Supported File Formats: STL, OBJ, X3D, 3MF

• Operating Temperature Range: 41°F to 113°F (5°C to 45°C)

• Supported Print Materials: 🔗 PLA, TPU, ABS, PETg, PVA, PVB, Nylon, PC, and others below 290°C

• Enclosure: 🔗 Optional Accessory Available

• Connectivity Options: USB Serial, Includes 8GB SD Card for Standalone Printing

• Certifications: -

• Warranty: 🔗 1-year standard with options for extended warranties

• Country of Origin: USA