UltiMaker Method X

Print manufacturing tools and production parts

Print manufacturing tools and production parts to spec with ABS and a new game-changing tap water-soluble support material that dissolves easier, cleaner, and faster than anything else. All on the only 3D printer capable of repeatable ABS parts -the Method X.

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Key features

Actively heated chamber [110° C]
Dual extrusion 3D printing
Flexible build plate
Method X now in UltiMaker Cura

UltiMaker Cura 5.6 now includes print profiles for the Method X.

Unlock complete 3D printing flexibility on the Method XL by using UltiMaker Cura. In the latest 5.6 release, you can use professionally tuned print profiles within Cura to slice files for the Method X and Method XL 3D printers.

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Over 600 print settings,


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VECT thermal regulation system

Actively heated chamber

Patented VECT™ 110 Thermal Regulation evenly heats and controls the print environment leading to parts that are stronger on the z-axis, and more accurate across the board. (Variable Environmental Controlled Temperature)

Actively heated chamber

Maximum temperature:

110° C

Thermal Regulation evenly heats and controls the print environment leading to parts that are 2x stronger on the z-axis, and 2x more accurate across the board.

Print strong, heat-resistant metal replacement parts

Rigid metal frame

A structurally-optimized metal frame runs the full length of the body to offset flexing. Less flexing means more consistent prints with better part accuracy and fewer failures.

Dimensional accuracy

+/- 0.2mm

or +/-.002mm per mm of travel*

*(Whichever is greater.) Based on internal testing of selected geometries.

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Other Method series products

Method

Including extruders: 1A, 2A

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Method X Carbon Fiber

Including extruders: 1C, 2, 2XA

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Method X is enabled by our most advanced polymers and software platforms

Method X now in UltiMaker Cura

UltiMaker Cura now includes print profiles for the Method X.
Unlock complete 3D printing flexibility on the Method XL by using UltiMaker Cura. In the latest 5.6 release, you can use professionally tuned print profiles within Cura to slice files for the Method X and Method XL 3D printers.

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Seamless cloud software for your Method series printer

CloudPrint

Secure and easy to use, CloudPrint is the slicing and printer management software that will get you from CAD file to printed part in no time using a seamless workflow. Completely free when used with any Method series printer.

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Method X is compatible with all Method extruders

Direct extrusion print heads with an integrated gearbox for optimal print results. Quickly change between material groups, preventing cross-contamination.

  • 1C Extruder
  • Labs Extruder
  • 1A Extruder
  • 1XA Extruder
  • 2A Extruder
  • 2XA Extruder
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    Compatible Polymers

    Print complex mechanical assemblies with real production materials

    Tough PLA

    Extruder

    1A

    Tensile strength:

    39.3 MPa

    Heat deflection:

    No data

    Tensile Modulus

    2,364 MPa
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    PLA

    Extruder

    1A

    Tensile strength:

    No data

    Heat deflection:

    No data

    Flexural modulus:

    No data
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    PETG

    Extruder

    1A

    Tensile strength:

    50 MPa

    Heat deflection:

    70°C

    Flexural modulus:

    2,050 MPa
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    ABS

    Extruder

    1XA

    Tensile strength:

    43 MPa

    Heat deflection:

    84°C

    Flexural modulus:

    No data
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    ABS-R

    Extruder

    1XA

    Tensile strength:

    41 MPa

    Heat deflection:

    102-105 °C

    Flexural modulus:

    2,600 MPa
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    ASA

    Extruder

    1XA

    Tensile strength:

    49 MPa

    Heat deflection:

    96°C

    Flexural modulus:

    2,300 MPa
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    Nylon

    Extruder

    1A

    Tensile strength:

    66 MPa

    Heat deflection:

    91°C

    Flexural modulus:

    1,700 MPa
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    PC-ABS

    Extruder

    1XA

    Tensile strength:

    37 MPa

    Heat deflection:

    108°C

    Flexural modulus:

    No data
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    PC-ABS-FR

    Extruder

    1XA

    Tensile strength:

    60 MPa

    Heat deflection:

    104°C

    Flexural modulus:

    No data
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    Compatible Composites

    Produce tools and end-use parts with improved strength, stiffness, and heat-deflection.

    N6 Carbon Fiber

    Extruder:

    1C

    Hardness:

    No data

    Heat deflection:

    184°C

    Tensile strength:

    110 MPa
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    N12 Carbon Fiber

    Extruder:

    1C

    Hardness:

    No data

    Heat deflection:

    154°C

    Tensile strength:

    66 MPa
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    ABS Carbon Fiber

    Extruder:

    1C

    Impact strength:

    42 J/m

    Heat deflection:

    102°C

    Tensile strength:

    59 MPa
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    Specs

    Highlight specifications

    Heated chamber max temperature

    110° C

    Dual extruder build volume

    W 152, D 190, H 196 mm (W 6, D 7.5, H 7.75 inches)

    Touchscreen display

    5" (12.7 cm) full-color capacitive touchscreen

    Dimensions

    Build volume (dual material)

    The physical space inside the Method X Carbon Fiber Edition that can be used when dual extrusion 3D printing.

    W 152, D 190, H 196 mm (W 6, D 7.5, H 7.75 inches)

    Build volume (single material)

    The physical space inside the Method X Carbon Fiber Edition that can be used when 3D printing with a single extruder.

    W 190, D 190, H 196 mm (W 7.5, D 7.5, H 7.75 inches)

    Assembled dimensions

    The 3D printer's outer dimensions,

    W 43.7, D 41.3, H 64.9 H cm (W 17.2, D 16.3, H 25.6 in)

    Print technology

    This is the process of depositing layers of filament, one on top of the other, to build up shapes and models. It is a form of additive manufacturing technology and the process used by all UltiMaker 3D printers.

    Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)

    Compatible filament diameter

    The filament diameter that achieves optimal results on UltiMaker Method series 3D printers.

    1.75 mm

    Weight

    The net weight of the 3D printer.

    29.5 kg (65 lbs)

    Printer properties

    Layer resolution

    A micron is the measurement used to define the thickness of a 3D printed layer. 20 micron is 0.02 mm thick. Thinner layers are used for high-detail prints, thicker layers are great for fast prototypes.

    0.4 mm nozzle: 400 - 20 micron

    Display

    The touchscreen allows you to start, stop, and monitor prints on your Method series printer. As well as allowing you to calibrate your printer and install firmware updates without needing to use a computer or other device.

    5" (12.7 cm) full-color capacitive touchscreen

    Extruder replacement

    Faster extruder changes mean higher uptime and easier maintenance. The Method X Carbon Fiber Edition comes with 1C, 2A, and 2XA extruders for printing polymers, composites, and soluble support materials. The Labs extruder is sold separately for printing 3rd part materials.

    Swappable performance extruders

    Print head

    Thanks to swappable extruders, you can quickly switch to the extruder that matches the material you are trying to print. This results in higher uptime and easier maintenance of your 3D printer.

    Dual-extrusion print head with swappable extruders

    Nozzle diameter

    The nozzel diameter controls how much material can be extruded at once. All Method series extruders have 0.4 mm nozzles.

    0.4 mm

    Operation parameters

    Maximum heated chamber temperature

    The thermally regulated heated chamber is able to rise to the target temp and stay there for the duration of the print ensuring an optimal print environment.

    110° C

    Maximum extruder temperature

    The extruder temperature varies by which material is being printed. The high max temperature available on the Method series of printers allows for printing with high-temp materials.

    300° C

    Operating sound

    The operating sound will vary at different stages of a print.

    57.1 +/- 3 dB

    Build plate

    Simply bend the build plate and your 3D printed parts pop off. Replacement build surfaces are available if the surface of your build plate becomes damaged.

    Flexible build plate

    Maximum power draw

    The peak power draw that the printer can reach – usually when the heated bed and hot ends are heating up.

    800 W

    Ecosystem

    Supplied free software

    UltiMaker CloudPrint is the slicing and printer management software that allows for an intuitive workflow from digital file to final part.
    UltiMaker Cura: Local printing, 600+ settings, and more are available for the first time when using a Method series printer

    UltiMaker Cura, UltiMaker CloudPrint

    Supported OS

    MacOS, Windows

    File transfter

    Print with one click via Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection from UltiMaker CloudPrint. Or export your print job to a USB stick.

    Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB

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    Build volume

    152 x 190 x 196 mm

    Build chamber

    Actively heated
    to 110 °C

    Build plate

    Flexible steel

    Extrusion

    Direct drive dual extrusion

    Extruders

    Second-gen extruders
    Optional composite & third-party

    Compatible materials

    27 materials

    Spool bay

    NFC, dry-sealed material bays for two spools

    Air filtration

    Optional air filtration

    Software

    UltiMaker Cura, UltiMaker CloudPrint

    Build volume

    152 x 190 x 196 mm

    Build chamber

    Actively heated
    to 65 °C

    Build plate

    Flexible steel

    Extrusion

    Direct drive dual extrusion

    Extruders

    First-gen extruders
    Optional composite & third-party

    Compatible materials

    11 materials

    Spool bay

    NFC, dry-sealed material bays for two spools

    Air filtration

    Optional air filtration

    Software

    UltiMaker CloudPrint

    Build volume

    152 x 190 x 196 mm

    Build chamber

    Actively heated
    to 110 °C

    Build plate

    Flexible steel

    Extrusion

    Direct drive dual extrusion

    Extruders

    Composite extruders
    Optional third-party

    Compatible materials

    27 materials

    Spool bay

    NFC, dry-sealed material bays for two spools

    Air filtration

    Optional air filtration

    Software

    UltiMaker Cura, UltiMaker CloudPrint

    Build volume

    305 x 305 x 320 mm

    Build chamber

    Actively heated
    to 100 °C

    Build plate

    Flexible steel, heated
    to 105 °C

    Extrusion

    Direct drive dual extrusion

    Extruders

    Composite extruders
    Optional third-party

    Compatible materials

    8 materials

    Spool bay

    Separate moisture-controlled material case

    Air filtration

    Integrated HEPA and carbon filters

    Software

    UltiMaker Cura, UltiMaker CloudPrint