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MakerBot Replicator+

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4 editorial reviews
MakerBot has improved on its flagship 3D printer -- the Replicator+ -- with the sixth generation of its product. The printer is more accurate, among other things. But there are still deficiencies in print quality that MakerBot needs to address.Read more
Since being bought out by 3D printing giant Stratsys in 2013, Makerbot has struggled to find a new spot in the 3D printer market. The company is now aiming at educational and high-volume print users with the $2,499 Replicator+, the sixthRead more
The MakerBot Replicator+ 3D printer is a marked upgrade over its predecessor, offering better speed, a larger build area, and workflow solutions for professionals.Read more
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Pros

  • 3D printing easier and more accessible to new users
  • quieter and accurate printing
  • print quality was good to excellent throughout

Cons

  • this printer is probably too big for your desktop
  • Not too shabby for a desktop printer
  • tricky to get it connected and set up
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  • FDM
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  • 100, 400 um
  • ABS plastic, PLA plastic
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MakerBot Replicator+ - Pros & Cons

MakerBot Replicator+

Pros

  • 3D printing easier and more accessible to new users
  • quieter and accurate printing
  • print quality was good to excellent throughout
  • Connectivity The Replicator+ has a good range of connectivity choices
  • Loading filament is easy enough
  • strong and flexible
  • Two-color results can look great
  • maintain a clean and properly calibrated build platform
  • thoughtful packaging and simple hardware setup
  • narrower strips were much easier to apply smoothly
  • The open sides make the machine an easy fit for every lab

Cons

  • this printer is probably too big for your desktop
  • Not too shabby for a desktop printer
  • tricky to get it connected and set up
  • Replicator is too expensive for simply noodling around on
  • the novelty will fade
  • large objects are prone to cracks due to uneven cooling
  • the build area looks relatively small
  • printing in three dimensions can be unpredictable
  • the enclosed frame impedes access to the build platform
  • There are no accessible user options for adjusting the prints
  • your phone s OS is not updated to the recent version

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MakerBot Replicator+ - Full Specifications

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General
Assembly kitno
Number of extruders1
Printing technologyFDM
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Displayyes
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Materials
Material dimension1.75mm
Printable materials
  • ABS plastic
  • PLA plastic
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Connectivity
Interfaces
  • USB
  • Wireless network
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Dimensions
Colour of productBlack
Width20.79 in
Height17.36 in
Depth16.14 in
Layer resolution / Thickness (Z-axis)
  • 100
  • 400
Max. object size width11.61 in
Max. object size height7.68 in
Max. object size depth6.5 in
Nozzle size0.02 in
Weight40.34 lb
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Power
Operational Power Consumption (min-max)0 - 0

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MakerBot Replicator+ MakerBot - Editorial Reviews (4)

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MakerBot Replicator+ Review: MakerBot Replicator+ 3D printer fixes some issues, but quality still lags
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Computerworld
Published: 28.12.2016
Review: MakerBot Replicator+ 3D printer fixes some issues, but quality still lags

MakerBot has improved on its flagship 3D printer -- the Replicator+ -- with the sixth generation of its product. The printer is more accurate, among other things. But there are still deficiencies in print quality that MakerBot needs to address.

By Lucas Mearian
13 minute read
MakerBot Replicator+ Makerbot Replicator+ 3D Printer Review
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Tom's Guide
Published: 26.10.2016
Makerbot Replicator+ 3D Printer Review
4.0

Since being bought out by 3D printing giant Stratsys in 2013, Makerbot has struggled to find a new spot in the 3D printer market. The company is now aiming at educational and high-volume print users with the $2,499 Replicator+, the sixth

By Richard Baguley
14 minute read
MakerBot Replicator+ MakerBot Replicator+ Review
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PCMAG
Published: 30.10.2016
MakerBot Replicator+ Review
4.0

The MakerBot Replicator+ 3D printer is a marked upgrade over its predecessor, offering better speed, a larger build area, and workflow solutions for professionals.

By Tony Hoffman
13 minute read
MakerBot Replicator+ MakerBot Replicator
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CNET
Published: 15.05.2012
MakerBot Replicator

MakerBot's Replicator 3D printer is the most polished, most powerful 3D printer for under $2,000. Just brace yourself for a long learning curve.

By Rich Brown
19 minute read

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