MakerBot Method Support Extruder 2A

    MakerBot Method Support Extruder 2A

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      The Model 2A Support Extruder is optimised for printing with soluble support materials such as MakerBot PVA

      $772.04 Incl. GST

        Part of the MakerBot Method XL System

        See how this component supports the complete Method XL setup.

        Description

        The Model 2A Support Extruder for MakerBot Method is engineered for reliable support material printing while maintaining part accuracy. Optimised for soluble support materials, it enables clean removal and improved surface finish when printing complex geometries.

        Key Features

        • Smart sensors for material management and print protection
        • Greater torque with a 19:1 dural-drive gear ratio
        • Lengthened thermal core with less than 60-second heat up time
        • Quick-release locking extruder mount for high stability printing and easy swap-ability
        • 1-year expected lifetime based on typical usage (Typical usage is estimated at 1,500 hours of printing for the Support 2 Performance Extruder.)

        Compatible Printers

        Supplied as standard component with the older model Method printer. Compatible with:
        • The full MakerBot Method range

        Materials Optimised For This Extruder

        This extruder enables printing with the following MakerBot materials when used with a MakerBot Method range printer:

        Model 2A Support Technical Specifications

        • Extrusion type: Direct drive
        • Nozzle diameter: 0.4 mm (standard)
        • Max extruder temperature: Up to 240 °C
        • Drive system: 19:1 dual-drive gearbox
        • Mounting: Quick-swap Performance Extruder
        • Sensors: Material presence + jam detection
        • Heat-up time: < 60 sec

        Extruder Optimisation Chart

        This chart shows which MakerBot Method extruder is optimised for which material across the Method printer range.

        The Method XL has the 1C and 2XA extruders included standard with the printer.

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