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Makerbot

With the ability to print out virtually any 3D object you can imagine, MakerBot 3D printers give educators an engaging way to teach 3D design and printing skills to their students. Thanks to the simple set-up experience, easy-to-use hardware and software, and variety of educational and support resources available, MakerBot provides an easy way to introduce the 3D design and printing process to your classroom.

MakerBot offers a full set of solutions and services that enable students to tackle real-world problems — at any grade level.

3D printing offers a new approach for educators to engage students in critical thinking and problem-solving — and it brings lesson plans to life. Getting to design a 3D model and then see it come to life as a 3D print is exciting, keeps students engaged, and helps them gain a better understanding of the concepts they’re learning.

MakerBot Sketch Sprint

Where speed meets innovation – the MakerBot Sketch Sprint is the largest and fastest printer yet. This new innovation has all the features of your favorite printers, plus more:

  • The Sketch Sprint combines advanced features with a user-friendly design to enhance reliability and make workflow more efficient.
  • A durable, compact design that is fully enclosed to prioritize student safety.
  • Print speeds of 300 mm/s and travel speeds of 600 mm/s.
  • Speed without compromising quality: The Sketch Sprint delivers the same high-quality, detailed prints, now at a quicker print rate.
  • Supports PLA and Tough PLA, and features mesh leveling, and live Z-adjustments.
MakerBot Sketch

The Makerbot Sketch Printer allows you to complete your classroom printing faster, make 3D printing more accessible to your students, and boost the opportunities for student innovation.

Some of the main features of the Makerbot SKETCH Printer include:

  • Heated build plate for better adhesion and a flexible surface for easier removal of finished prints.
  • Touch screen controls for easy 3D printing navigation.
  • Fully enclosed 3D printing chamber to protect against humidity, moisture and air flow, all of which can negatively impact the print.
  • Particulate filter to safely circulate out particles emitted during printing.
MakerBot Digital Factory

MakerBot Digital Factory combines accessibility with powerful new features to make your 3D printing experience faster, easier, and better. This desktop software allows you to prepare, manage, and share print projects.

Some of the main features of the Makerbot SKETCH Printer include:

  • Previewing of the path that the extruder will take to create a print.
  • Import Native CAD parts and assemblies and auto-arrange them during print preparation.
  • Control multiple printers to print on multiple build plates sequentially or simultaneously.
  • 1-click auto-arrange for all components within an assembly.

Other Features:

SMART Extruder+: Print with Confidence and Ease. Ensure minimal downtime and uninterrupted results with a spare swappable extruder on hand. The SMART Extruder+ comes backed by a 6-month warranty.

MakerBot Mobile: A free app that gives you the power to wirelessly set up, monitor, and control all your network-enabled MakerBot 3D Printers.

MakerBot Filament: Optimized to Give You the Best Results with Your MakerBot 3D Printer. MakerBot filament is optimized to give you the best results and highest quality with MakerBot 3D Printers. Safe for the classroom, this filament is non-toxic with minimal warping or curling. MakerBot Tough PLA Filament allows you to print durable, high-impact strength prototypes and fixtures.

MakerCare: MakerBot offers MakerCare Preferred Protection Plan and a MakerCare Protection Plan for 1, 2, or 3-years. With MakerCare, you will receive same day response, shipment of defective parts, and support from an expert via phone, live chat, email, and online community.

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