UltiMaker launches the Method XL 3D desktop printer
Engineered to print large production parts with manufacturing-grade ABS
UltiMaker has launched its Method XL, a 3D printing solution for engineering applications – offering precision printing with industrial-grade materials – without compromising on part size. The UltiMaker Method XL 3D printer is designed to deliver the accuracy and performance of industrial production alongside the flexibility and affordability of a desktop 3D printer.
This printer bridges the gap between desktop and industrial 3D printers by delivering a fusion of accessibility and performance. With a 305mm x 305mm x 320mm build volume and a dimensional accuracy of ± 0.2 mm, the Method XL enables projects from functional prototyping to end-use parts.
The Method XL is engineered to create large, complex, and durable parts using industrial-grade materials like ABS-R and ABS Carbon Fiber. The heated chamber, which can reach up to 100°C, is designed to enable optimal results when printing with ABS – one of the most popular and challenging materials to successfully print on a desktop 3D printer, due to its tendency to warp and deform. New to the Method series is the Method XL’s heated build plate – an extra layer of security to avoid warping and layer adhesion issues. Both the heated build plate and the temperature-controlled heated build chamber combine to create a stable environment for printing accurate and strong parts.
“UltiMaker’s mission is to grow the adoption of 3D printing in manufacturing. We saw that there was a lack of production-level industrial capabilities in more accessible and easy-to-use 3D printers,” said Nadav Goshen, CEO of UltiMaker. “With Method XL, we believe we are bringing customers the best 3D printing solution in the market for engineering applications. Method XL is the only 3D printer in its price class with a heated chamber and heated build plate to print large and accurate parts with injection molding plastics like ABS. With the ability to print larger parts, customers can achieve greater output and efficiency, making Method XL an excellent choice for those looking to take their 3D printing to the next level.”
With its expansive build volume, high dimensional accuracy, heated build chamber and heated build plate, the Method XL can print production plastics at a fraction of the cost of industrial machines. Combined with RapidRinse, a fast-dissolving water-soluble support material, the Method XL makes printing with ABS an even simpler and smoother process. RapidRinse reportedly enables one of the fastest support removals for complex FDM parts, resulting in a more refined surface finish. For a seamless CAD file-to-printed part workflow, the Method XL syncs directly with CloudPrint software – allowing customers to easily upload, monitor, and track their print jobs from their web browser.
The Method XL expands the arena of possibilities, with compatibility with a wide range of industrial-grade materials through its open materials platform and the LABS Experimental Extruder. Materials currently available through the LABS program include Jabil SEBS, a soft material with flexible, rubber-like properties; Polymaker PolyMax PC, a polycarbonate material that combines strength, toughness, and heat resistance; and LEHVOSS PAHT 9891, a carbon fiber-reinforced nylon able to withstand high temperatures. The Method XL also offers an external moisture-controlled material case, ensuring peak performance from professional-grade materials. The printer comes equipped with a HEPA filter and an activated carbon filter for safer 3D printing indoors.
