MakerBot Replicator Z18

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Claiming to have best price-to-performance ratio in the extra-large, professional category, Makerbot Replicator Z18 is manufactured to think and build bigger. It offers a massive build volume of 11.8 inches * 12 inches * 18 inches. The machine is equipped with Makerbot Smart Extruder+ that is highly dependable because it delivers consistent performance with superior results.

Replicator Z18 hosts a heated build chamber that heats up immediately and permits uniform cooling. The printer can be flexibly controlled via application as well as the cloud. Its onboard camera permits users to monitor all aspects of the print thereby letting everything turn out the way it was planned.

Operators can transfer files on the printer using Wi-fi, USB, Ethernet, or USB Drive. Moreover, there is a 3.5 inches long LCD display that makes your interaction with the printer a lot easy.

Benefits:

Compact design.
Considerable build volume.
Uniform cooling promotes means less possibility of cracking.
Multiple modes of connection.

Specification: MakerBot Replicator Z18

Model	Replicator Z18
Manufacturer	MakerBot
Price Range	$ 6499
Availability	Available
Classification	Professional
Technology	Extrusion (FFF- FDM…)
Material	PLA
Filament diameter	1.75 mm 0.07 in
OS compatibility	Linux, Mac OS, Microsoft Windows
XY accuracy	0.011 mm 0 in
Max. build size	300 × 305 × 457 mm 11.81 × 12.01 × 17.99 in
Max. build volume	41.82 L
Min. layer thickness	0.1 mm 0.004 in
Dimensions	493 × 565 × 861 mm 19.41 × 22.24 × 33.9 in
Weight	41 kg 90.39 lb
Nozzle diameter(s)	0.4 mm 0.02 in
Power input	100-240 V; 5.4-2.2 A; 50/60 HZ; 350 W
Heated print bed	No
Heated build chamber	No
Automatic calibration	Yes
Closed frame	Yes
Dual extruder	No
Independent Dual Extruder	No
Full color	No
LCD screen	Yes
Touchscreen	No
On-board camera	Yes
Mobile app	Yes
3D scanners	No
CNC mill	No
Electronics 3D printing	No
Laser engraving	No
Conveyor belt	No
Air filter	No
Pellet extruder	No
USB	Yes
Wifi	Yes
Bluetooth	No
SD card	No
Ethernet	Yes

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Expert Score 8.5

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PROS:

Build volume area is perhaps, one of the strongest advantages of buying this 3D printer. This spacious area has been mentioned a couple of times above too because it leverages a better advantage to the customers in the long run. This big space enables customers to print bigger items and offers a competitive advantage over other printers. It breaks barriers of normal limitations associated with 3D printers and exceeds their limits, especially in the case of consumer-focused printers.
This 3D printer comes with a sophisticated design that has a 3.5” liquid crystal display, stronger connectivity options, inbuilt camera. Such a comprehensive design allows users to make better use of the technology available at their hands and deliver simple functionalities to them. Even though it has a bigger build area, it features a compact look. This compact look is encased in dimensions of 19.4” x 22.2” x 33.9”.
This print is controlled through the use of either mobile or cloud applications. Such flexibility makes way for better accessibility to the end-users through all the printing stages and enables users to control features, power, and print types right from the comfort of their desk. The inbuilt camera allows users to continuously monitor different printing as well as connectivity phases. Such a comprehensive utility ensures that the customers are in true control of what goes behind during the printing process.

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