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MakerBot Method XL 3D Printer

    MakerBot Method XL 3D Printer

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      Method XL delivers precise, engineering-grade ABS prototypes, powered by its heated build plate and chamber. It guarantees strong layer adhesion, enables intricate geometries with water-soluble supports, and safeguards air quality with its built-in HEPA filter.

      $30,553.52 Incl. GST

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        Explore Method XL Materials

        Discover a range of materials designed for the Method XL, from prototyping to end-use applications.

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        Print Solid Engineering-Grade ABS Prototypes That Match Your Specs

        With the Method XL, engineers can design test and produce large-scale models and prototypes with durable production-grade ABS for their manufacturing needs with unrestricted geometric freedom.

        Extra-Large Build Volume

        With the largest build volume of any Makerbot/UltiMaker 3D printer the Method XL is the ultimate 3D printing solution for large-scale projects. Print with industrial-grade materials and exceptional dimensional accuracy without the need to compromise on the size of your parts.

        UltiMaker Cura Now Compatible With Method XL

        Unlock complete 3D printing flexibility on the Method XL by using UltiMaker Cura. You can use professionally tuned print profiles within Cura to slice files for the Method XL.

        VECT Thermal Regulation System

        Patented Variable Environmental Controlled Temperature VECT 100 thermal regulation evenly heats and controls the print environment. The Method XL also has a heated build plate for even better adhesion and temperature control.

        Advanced Dual Extrusion Capability

        Equipped with swappable 1C and 2XA performance extruders, the Method XL enables complex dual-material printing for supports, engineering thermoplastics, and production-grade prototyping workflows. Other extruders are also available to optimise your Method XL for different materials.

        Precision You Can Trust

        Achieve consistent ±0.2 mm dimensional accuracy with a fully controlled heated chamber and precision motion system, delivering repeatable, production-ready parts every time.

        Included Components

        • 1 × MakerBot Method XL 3D Printer
        • 1 × 1C Extruder
        • 1 × 2XA Extruder
        • 1 × Material Case
        • 1 × Flexible Build Plate

        Build and Print System

        • Print technology: Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
        • Print head: Dual-extrusion print head with swappable performance extruders
        • Extruder replacement: Swappable performance extruders
        • Nozzle diameter: 0.4 mm
        • Compatible filament diameter: 1.75 mm
        • Layer resolution (0.4 mm nozzle): 100 – 400 microns
        • Dimensional accuracy: ± 0.2 mm

        Build Volume and Build Plate

        • Dual extruder build volume (XYZ): 305 × 305 × 320 mm (12 × 12 × 12.6 in)
        • Single extruder build volume (XYZ): 305 × 340 × 320 mm (12 × 13.4 × 12.6 in)
        • Heated chamber maximum temperature: 100 °C
        • Heated build plate: Removable flexible build surface
        • Maximum heated build plate temperature: 105 °C
        • Build plate type: Flexible build plate

        Operation Parameters

        • Maximum extruder temperature: 300 °C
        • Operating sound: 57.1 ± 3 dB
        • Maximum power draw: 1400 W
        • Power input: 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 12–8 A

        Dimensions and Weight

        • Assembled printer dimensions: W 655 × D 565 × H 815 mm (25.8 × 22.2 × 32.1 in)
        • Material case dimensions: W 223 × D 328 × H 319 mm (8.8 × 12.9 × 12.6 in)
        • Printer weight: 56.5 kg (125 lbs)
        • Material case weight: 1.9 kg (4.2 lbs)

        Hardware, Software and Ecosystem

        • Display: 5 inch (12.7 cm) full-colour capacitive touchscreen
        • Supplied software: CloudPrint, UltiMaker Cura
        • Supported operating systems: macOS, Windows
        • File transfer: Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB

        Compatible Materials

        Materials compatible with the 1C and 2XA extruders

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        Rapid Rinse

        RapidRinse on the Method XL enables the fastest support removal for complex FDM prints. Create the geometries you want – in any orientation. Then watch as those water-soluble supports dissolve before your eyes.

        Dimensional Accuracy

        Especially engineered to maintain dimensional accuracy and tight tolerances while printing even the largest ABS parts. Not only does the Method XL avoid warping and layer adhesion issues, but it creates massive parts with industrial-grade precision.

        External Material Case

        The Method XL's external moisture-controlled material case ensures peak performance from your professional-grade materials.

        Heated Chamber/Build Plate

        Chamber actively heated up to 100°C. Build plate heated up to 105°C.

        Direct Drive Etruders

        Reliably 3D print with ABS-R or ABS Carbon Fiber to simulate the material qualities of injection moulded plastics.

        Two Filters, One Seamless Print

        Both a HEPA filter and an activated carbon filter are integrated into the machine assuring that you can use the Method XL indoors without worrying about harmful fumes or strong smells.
        <div class="metafield-rich_text_field"><p>“What’s good about Method XL is that we slice it once, we get all the parts, and we run them in batches and it basically becomes short run production runs... One of the important things about prototypes is that you want to make sure that the fidelity of the prototype is going to match what you’re going to get in production. Otherwise, you can’t tell if the idea is bad or whether the prototype is just not matching what you want to do. So when we use Method XL, we know we’re going to get great ABS parts that we can match in injection moulding,”</p></div>

        “What’s good about Method XL is that we slice it once, we get all the parts, and we run them in batches and it basically becomes short run production runs... One of the important things about prototypes is that you want to make sure that the fidelity of the prototype is going to match what you’re going to get in production. Otherwise, you can’t tell if the idea is bad or whether the prototype is just not matching what you want to do. So when we use Method XL, we know we’re going to get great ABS parts that we can match in injection moulding,”

        - Marco Perry
        Co-founder and partner at Pensa and Pensa Labs

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        <div class="metafield-rich_text_field"><p>“We’re already printing a lot more now, and as we continue to iterate, we’re likely to increase our use of 3D printing... Having a printer that’s reliable and easy to use has already given us an edge. It allows us to try new ideas quickly and efficiently.”</p></div>

        “We’re already printing a lot more now, and as we continue to iterate, we’re likely to increase our use of 3D printing... Having a printer that’s reliable and easy to use has already given us an edge. It allows us to try new ideas quickly and efficiently.”

        - Koen Vogels
        Chief chassis at Forze Hydrogen Racing

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        <div class="metafield-rich_text_field"><p>“We selected Method XL because it can create high-quality, industrial-grade parts in ABS and carbon fibre... Method XL allows us to test prototypes with large dimensions and high pressures. For a desktop 3D printer, the results are exactly as we would get them on our industrial printer. Method XL is also very easy to use, and the materials are much more affordable. We have had a great experience with it so far.”</p></div>

        “We selected Method XL because it can create high-quality, industrial-grade parts in ABS and carbon fibre... Method XL allows us to test prototypes with large dimensions and high pressures. For a desktop 3D printer, the results are exactly as we would get them on our industrial printer. Method XL is also very easy to use, and the materials are much more affordable. We have had a great experience with it so far.”

        - Francesco Zamirri
        Mechanical designer at Panelli

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