MakerBot Method 3D Printer in Australia

Industrial precision in a desktop footprint. The MakerBot Method 3D printer brought this promise to Australian product teams in 2019, and the platform still anchors the desktop-to-pro bridge category today. The Method bridges desktop convenience with industrial precision, putting Stratasys-derived workflow features inside an office footprint. It runs at +/- 0.2mm dimensional tolerance and up to twice the speed of standard desktop machines. First-year total cost lands at roughly a third of an entry-level industrial 3D printer.

The result gives engineers, designers and product developers a credible production-grade option without a dedicated lab tech or installation visit. The original Method has since been upgraded to the MakerBot Method XL for buyers needing a larger build volume. Both machines now sit inside the current Australian MakerBot range, supplied and supported by Australian 3D Printers.

What the MakerBot Method 3D printer brings to Australian product teams

Australian engineering firms, design studios and university research labs were among the first to adopt the platform here. Stratasys engineering sits behind the print core, extrusion control and thermal architecture. MakerBot's workflow software wraps the daily experience for non-specialist operators.

This combination reaches teams looking for short-run prototypes, jigs, fixtures and small-batch end-use parts. No dedicated industrial cell is required. No technician visit and no installation support are needed to get the first print off the bed.

Inside the Method: heated chamber, dual extruders, dimensional accuracy

A circulated heated chamber and dual performance extruders sit at the centre of the MakerBot Method 3D printer build envelope. Together they hold print temperature stability across long jobs. The result delivers the +/- 0.2mm dimensional tolerance MakerBot publishes.

PVA water-soluble support comes from a second extruder. It dissolves cleanly in tap water, so overhangs and internal cavities print without manual cleanup damage. Build speeds reach up to double those of standard desktop FDM printers in like-for-like geometry. These choices place the Method firmly in the professional desktop bracket, not the hobbyist tier.

Where the Method fits in prototyping and small-batch manufacturing

Product teams in Australia rely on the MakerBot Method 3D printer across the design-to-production arc. Functional prototypes for fit and assembly checks come off the bed in hours, not days. Jigs and fixtures for production-line use print with the strength and dimensional reliability the factory floor demands. End-use brackets, housings and connectors in small batches sit comfortably inside the build volume.

Across all four use cases, the appeal is consistent: production-grade output without a procurement cycle for industrial-tier hardware. This positioning has held up over time, which is why the Method (and now the Method XL) still ships into Australian engineering and design teams.

"We're excited to bring the Method to Australia to give maximum innovation for minimal investment," Alloys CEO Paul Harman said at the 2019 Australian launch. "It's an agile solution perfect for designers, engineers, product developers and innovators. We're really looking forward to exploring the untapped opportunities that this specialist product will bring."

From the Method to the Method XL: the upgrade for Australian buyers

The original MakerBot Method 3D printer remains in the MakerBot range. The Method XL has since added a substantially larger build volume for the same professional workflow. Current Australian buyers needing parts beyond the Method's envelope step up to the Method XL. No changes to software, materials approach or print preparation routine are required.

Both the MakerBot Method 3D printer and the Method XL run the same dual-extruder system with PVA support. They share the same heated-chamber thermal stability. Decisions between them usually come down to part size, throughput needs and the physical footprint inside the lab or design office. Teams already running the original Method find the upgrade path predictable, with no software relearning required.

Buyers wanting to extend either machine into engineering-grade composites can pair it with the Gen 2 Experimental Method Extruder. The Gen 2 Extruder adds support for engineering-grade materials. Carbon-fibre-reinforced nylon, polycarbonate ABS and high-temperature polymers print well, opening up parts needing higher heat deflection or stiffness. See the full MakerBot Experimental Extruder Gen 2 overview for the spec breakdown.

Pricing, availability and getting started in Australia

Pricing for the MakerBot Method 3D printer line in Australia runs through a quote process rather than a published flat rate. Final figures shift with bundles, materials packs, extended care plans and training options. A request-a-quote conversation usually takes one short call to scope. A tailored quote then arrives by email within a business day.

For broader budget context across the Australian market, see the 3D printer cost Australia buyer's guide. It breaks out price bands for desktop, professional and industrial tiers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the MakerBot Method 3D printer?
The MakerBot Method 3D printer is a professional desktop FDM machine bridging the gap between desktop and industrial 3D printing. Built on Stratasys engineering, the Method delivers +/- 0.2mm dimensional tolerance through a circulated heated chamber and dual performance extruders.

How does the Method bridge desktop and industrial 3D printing?
The Method brings industrial reliability into a desktop footprint through three core design choices. The heated chamber holds part temperature stability through long jobs. The dual extruders enable PVA water-soluble support. Dimensional tolerance of +/- 0.2mm rivals entry-level industrial machines at roughly a third of the first-year total cost.

Which materials does the MakerBot Method support?
The Method runs MakerBot's qualified material set, covering PLA, Tough, ABS and PVA support material. The Method XL extends this set into engineering-grade composites and high-temperature materials when paired with the Gen 2 Experimental Method Extruder.

How does the Method XL differ from the original Method?
The MakerBot Method XL is the larger-build evolution of the Method, with a build volume roughly double the original. Both machines run the same dual-extruder workflow, the same heated-chamber thermal control and the same MakerBot software pipeline. Australian buyers typically pick the XL when part size, throughput needs or expected production volumes call for it.

Where can I buy a MakerBot Method 3D printer in Australia?
The MakerBot Method 3D printer and the Method XL are both supplied in Australia through Australian 3D Printers. Pricing, configuration and lead time are confirmed on a per-quote basis. Request a quote to start the conversation.

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