MakerBot Replicator 3D Printer showcased at 2012 CES

Whilst other manufacturers are swamped with introducing sleeker and even more interesting smartphones and tablets, MakerBot has devised a solution for users seeking an incredible printer. For consumers who need high quality 3D printing for various purposes, the company recently shed light on their latest MakerBot Replicator 3D Printer during this year’s Consumer Electronics Show.

MakerBot Replicator

Touted to be the ultimate personal 3D printer, the newly unleashed peripheral features innovative MakerBot Dualstrusion (2 color printing) and a larger printing footprint. By taking advantage of the latter, users will be enabled to seamlessly print their documents or content significantly big and clear. Developed by skilled technicians, the device comes with simple installation and easy to use operation – putting forth the ability to be used within seconds, right out of the box.

The affordable MakerBot Replicator stands distinguished for a compact enclosure which can be adjusted on the desktop while perking up the décor. At the same time, the freedom to print in two colors has been embedded as well. The neatly designed open source 3D printer comes equipped with the new MakerBot Stepstruder MK8 which allows users to create almost anything they can imagine.

The integrated extruder is basically the essential part of the machine that quite effectually transforms raw feedstock, like PLA or ABS, into the objects the user desires. Users can either choose their 3D printer with single or double MakerBot Stepstruders on it. However, by opting for the dual extrusion, the individual will be enabled to print two distinct colors at the very same time.

The purposive MakerBot Dualstrusion, on the other side, provides one with the ability to create interesting color combinations and experiment with multi-material objects. Perfect for personalized manufacturing, the performance-oriented Replicator can also be employed for students, children, educators and parents. The medium can be a great tool for people seeking to learn the digital designing skills.

Besides all these, the device lends support to an LCD panel and video game style control pad. By relying on its onboard interface controller, users can effortlessly build statistics and monitor information. The use of SD card slot, whereas, will allow one to load models and create designs directly from the control pad. Although there are several 3D-enabled printing solutions available out there, the latest addition from MakerBot touts to distinguish owing to its great features.

Users may even appreciate the praiseworthy speed of 40 mm/s and flow rate of around 24 cc/hr. The sturdily built solution furthermore catches attention for including software controllable RGB LED lighting, 1/16 micro-stepping motor control and piezo-electric buzzer for an enhanced performance standard.

The new MakerBot Replicator 3D Printer was recently displayed during the 2012 CES, Las Vegas. The printer, however, can now be pre-ordered from the company’s official website. Users will be required to fork out around $1749 as the printer’s starting price point. Hopefully, the new device in printing segment will prove an essential tool for people seeking advanced features and a reliable route to designing and creating beautiful combinations of colors.

Source: MakerBot