MakerBot MakerBot Method X 3D Printer

A HIGH-PERFORMANCE DESKTOP 3D PRINTER WITH INDUSTRIAL POWER

The perfect choice to handle the most complex 3D printing needs, the MakerBot Method X is a high-performance 3D printer designed to print working prototypes, manufacturing tools, fixtures and end-use parts with ease. 

Here are the key features of the MakerBot Method X 3D printer: 

• Dual Performance Extruders up to 300° C - Model 1XA Extruder and Support 2XA Extruder
• Thermal regulated build chamber up to 110°C
• Over 300,000 hours of reliability testing
• 21 Sensor suite - smart features for materials and performance
• Production-grade materials for advanced manufacturing
• Remote monitoring & printing

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Additionally, access even more material compatibilities with 6-in-1 Modular Performance Extruders to print metals, composites, and polymers or to quickly change material groups without cross-contamination.

Explore More Materials for Method X Here

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Print from Anywhere with CloudPrint Technology

Access, queue, and monitor your 3D printing projects remotely from anywhere in the world using these free cloud-based print management features:

• Adjust settings, prepare files, queue multiple prints, and more
• On-board camera monitoring to observe print progress
• Print-from-anywhere control to access multiple machines
• Track material usage and review your print history
• Share and collaborate remotely with team members

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MakerBot has optimized their line of 3D printers to offer solutions for a wide variety of users - compare MakerBot machines to find out which printer will best suit your specific needs. Here are some MakerBot 3D printer features at a glance: 

• MakerBot Method: Designed to succeed with PLA and PVA for prototypes and more, the MakerBot Method 3D printer has a heated build chamber that reaches up to 65°C and starts at $4,499.10. 

• MakerBot Method X: A powerful, manufacturing grade workhorse built to print with advanced, high-strength and high-tolerance materials for end-use parts starting at $4,874.25.
  
• MakerBot Method X Carbon Fiber Edition: All the manufacturing-grade features of the Method X with a Model 1C Extruder for printing strong, heat-resistant carbon fiber parts starting at $5,249.25.

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SHIPPING NOTICE

Please note that due to the size and packaging of this machine, your MakerBot Method X 3D Printer will ship on a pallet via freight, which could extend delivery times. If you are shipping a MakerBot printer to a residential address, the freight company will call you to schedule a delivery. Shipments made to commercial addresses will be made without the need to schedule a delivery.

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What Comes with the MakerBot Method X 3D Printer?

ACCESSORIES

• Spring Steel Build Plate
• 1 Performance Extruder 1XA Model
• 1 Performance Extruder 2XA Support

TOOLS

• 1 Nozzle Brush
• 1 Hex Key
• 1 USB A-to-B Cable
• 1 US Power Cord
• 1 EU Power Cord

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

PRINTER PROPERTIES:

• Printing technology: Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
• Print heads: Dual
• Dimensional accuracy: ± 0.2 mm
• Layer resolution: 20 – 400 microns
• Build Speed: Max Material Flow Rate: ~50 mm³ per sec
• Print head travel speed: up to 500 mm per sec
• Maximum build volume: 19 L x 19 W x 19.6 H cm / 7.5 x 7.5 x 7.75 in single extrusion; 15.2 L x 19 W x 19.6 H cm / 6.0 x 7.5 x 7.75 in dual extrusion

 

PRINTER HARDWARE:

• Machine dimensions: 43.7 L x 41.3 W x 64.9 H cm / 17.2 x 16.3 x 25.6 in
• Machine weight: 5 kg / 65 lbs
• Frame construction: aluminum die cast base, extruded aluminum uprights, steel weldment gantry frame.
• Temperature control: circulating heated chamber, 100°C
• Build plate: Flexible steel build plate
• Build surface: Reusable grip surface
• Display: 5” full-color capacitive touch screen
• Camera resolution: 640 x 480 pixels
• Sensor suite: 21 sensors including:
  • Drawer:
    • Temperature
    • Humidity control
    • Material detection
    • RFID
  • Performance extruders:
    • Temperature
    • Material detection
    • Encoder (Jam detection)
  • Printer:
    • Lid – open/closed
    • Door – open/closed
    • Temperature sensors – heated chamber
    • Calibration sensors

 

EXTRUDER HARDWARE:

• Extruder thermal core length: 48.2 mm
• Max extruder drive torque: 200 Newtons
• Nozzle diameter: 0.4 mm

 

MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY:

• Spool type: Smart spools with RFID sensors
• Spool sensors: Remaining material, material color, material type.
• Supported Materials:
  • MakerBot 1XA Extruder: ABS, ASA, PC ABS, PC ABS FR
  • MakerBot 2XA Extruder: SR-30

 

SOFTWARE:

• Software bundle: MakerBot Print, MakerBot Mobile
• Supported file formats: MakerBot (.makerbot), STL (.stl), SolidWorks (.sldprt, .sldasm), InventorOBJ (.ipt, .iam), IGES (.iges, .igs), STEP AP203/214 (.step, .stp), CATIA (.CATPart, .CATProduct), Wavefront Object (.obj), Unigraphics/NX (.prt), Solid Edge (.par, .asm), ProE/Creo (.prt, .asm), VRML (.wrl), Parasolid (.x_t, .x_b)
• Operating systems:
  • Windows (7,10)
  • Mac OS X (10.9+)

 

ELECTRICAL:

• Connectivity: USB Drive, USB, Ethernet, WiFi
• Power Requirements:
  • METHOD X; 100 - 240 V; 8.1A - 3.4A, 50 / 60 Hz; 800 W max.

EXCLUSION:  Please note that Makerbot 3D Printers are excluded from our Success Guarantee Program and are subject to a restocking fee (for more information on this program, please click here).