Modix announces major updates to its large 3D printers
Modix, a developer of large format 3D printers, has announced “major” updates for its 3D printers. The new Generation 4 release will expand the core performance and capabilities of the company’s large 3D printers.
The Independent Dual Extruder is a key improvement. With this feature, each extruder can ‘park’ outside of the bed while inactive. Modix claims that IDEX significantly reduces manual labor involved in removing supports. It uses a special type breakaway support filament to make it easy.
Also included in the improvements is “high-quality” printing at 100 mm/s and higher speeds for draft printing. The Nema-23 motors for the X axis, which replace the Nema-17 motors, make these speeds possible. Modix claims that the IDEX configuration uses two Y axis Y motors per extruder. This reduces the motor weight and speeds up.
Modix now offers full automated calibrations routines for all models including automated bed tilt and bed levelling, gantry alignment, and Z offset calibration. Modix also claims that improvements include improved optical end-stops for job recovery accuracy and stronger Nema 23 motors on Zaxis. They also offer enhanced enclosure sealing and ergonomics.
Shachar Gafni, Modix CEO said: “Modix continues its journey to becoming the market leader by integrating top of the line technologies while maintaining its printers outstanding price-to-performance ratio. Our unique modular self-assembly kits approach allows us to move fast and improve our platforms gradually over time instead of waiting for a major release.”
Gafni added: “As always, backwards compatibility is an important value for Modix, so all owners of previous models will be able to upgrade their machines with these new technologies. Owners of Modix large 3D printers enjoy higher returns on investment over the course of time in comparison to a closed box alternative opening.”
In 2021, Modix launched its third machine, the BIG-120Z, which has the ability to print parts as tall as 1,200 mm.
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