The MakerBot Method X is a high performance, tinker-free 3D printer that was designed to handle the most complex 3D printing needs. Featuring a 100°C heated chamber, The Method X is capable of printing a wide range of durable real-ABS parts and other material types right out of the box. In addition to its material capabilities, Method X also features high-quality components including dual performance extruders, precision dissolvable supports, and dry-sealed material. Method X is the perfect choice for printing manufacturing tools, end-user parts, and functional prototypes.

Designed to deliver uncompromised performance right out-of-the-box, the MakerBot Method X is packed with features – delivering maximum innovation with minimal investment on the part of users.

Get the most out of your MakerBot Method or Method X 3D Printer with a MakerCare protection plan. MakerBot MakerCare protection plans provide customers with an additional 2 to 3 years of coverage from the manufacturer in addition to the standard 1-year limited warranty.

Seamless CAD integration with AUTODESK Fusion 360, AUTODESK Inventor and Solidworks makes integrating Method into your CAD design workflow a breeze. Print Manufacturing-Grade Materials with Method X.

Designed to challenge traditional manufacturing, the Method X is capable of printing real, production-grade ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) in its 100°C heated chamber. Utilizing Stratasys SR-30 soluble supports, Method X delivers exceptional dimensional accuracy and precision when printing complex, durable parts. The real ABS used in MakerBot filament can withstand up to 15°C higher temperatures, is up 26% more rigid, and up to 12% stronger than modified ABS formulations used in traditional ABS filaments.

MakerBot ABS for Method X is capable of withstanding 15°C higher temperatures, is 26% more rigid, and 12% stronger than other modified ABS Material formulations.Method X is Built to Last for Years to ComeA structurally optimized metal frame runs the full length of Method X's body. This ultra-rigid metal frame was designed with the sole purpose of offsetting flexing, less flexing results in more consistent prints, more accurate parts, and fewer failures overall.

Features:

• Dual Performance Extruders
• Dry-sealed material bays
• 100°C circulated heated build chamber
• Wifi connectivity & 21 on-board sensors
• Remote monitoring & printing
• Seamless CAD integration with AutoDesk Fusion 360, AutoDesk Inventor, and Solidworks
• 25 compatible CAD file types
• 5” Full-color capacitive touch screen
• Over 300,000 hours of reliability testing

MakerBot ABS for Method X is capable of withstanding 15°C higher temperatures, is 26% more rigid, and 12% stronger than other modified ABS Material formulations. A structurally optimized metal frame runs the full length of Method X's body. This ultra-rigid metal frame was designed with the sole purpose of offsetting flexing, less flexing results in more consistent prints, more accurate parts, and fewer failures overall.

• 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 (single extrusion)
  • 15.2 L x 19 W x 19.6 H cm / 6.0 x 7.5 x 7.75 (dual extrusion)

• 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, 60°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

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

• Spool type: Smart spools with RFID sensors
• Spool sensors: Remaining material, material color, material type
• Supported Materials:    
  • MakerBot Precisions Materials: ABS (Method X), ASA, PLA, TOUGH, PVA, SR-30 (Method X)    
  • MakerBot Specialty Materials: PETG, more to come

• 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+)

• Connectivity: USB Drive, USB, Ethernet, WiFi
• Power Requirements:    
• METHOD; 100 - 240 V; 3.9A - 1.6A, 50 / 60 Hz; 400 W max.