{"id":1367,"date":"2022-10-20T08:41:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-20T08:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/the3dsourced.wpengine.com\/?p=1367"},"modified":"2023-05-10T15:15:44","modified_gmt":"2023-05-10T15:15:44","slug":"best-large-3d-printer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/rankings\/best-large-3d-printer\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Large 3D Printers In Every Price Range in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Some may be content printing within the confines of their small, desktop FDM 3D printer &#8212; but for big home projects, or large prototyping, size matters. For these bigger jobs, you&#8217;ll need a large 3D printer capable of printing the Goliath structures they need for their commercial business or hobbyist project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, whether you want to print large-scale figures, model cars or cosplay helmets as home projects, or large commercial prototypes, we&#8217;ve split this article into two sections covering both:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The best under $1,000 (the largest 3D printers for home use)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The best large-scale 3D printers for commercial use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are our top picks overall:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-83cdb000 no-title-margin gb-grid-wrapper-7adea6aa\" id=\"product-pick-3col\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b326237e gb-grid-column-bff3e938\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b326237e gb-container-bff3e938\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-59f6a631 gb-headline-text gb-headline-4be81436\">BUDGET PICK<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-c2fcdece\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-c2fcdece gb-image-23bd419a\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ender-5-Plus.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Ender-5-Plus\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ender-5-Plus.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ender-5-Plus-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Ender-5-Plus-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2d3e2f17 gb-headline-text gb-headline-ca240b68\"><strong><strong>Ender 5 Plus<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-588c85ba gb-headline-text gb-headline-3f37f1db\">Lowest cost reliable large 3D printer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1592b641 gb-headline-text gb-headline-3f37f1db\">Very versatile and upgradeable<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-6c1dbc6a gb-headline-text gb-headline-3f37f1db\">Excellent 350x350x400mm build volume<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-7b3cbc5c gb-button-wrapper-6a671681\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-10905d9e gb-button-text gb-button-primary-default\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/creality3d-ender-5-plus-350x350x400mm-large-ender-series-with-bl-touch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13062\" data-lasso-name=\"Creality3D Ender 5 Plus\">Available at creality here<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-5844b769 gb-button-text gb-button-secondary-default\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Official-Creality-Leveling-MeanWell-350x350x400mm\/dp\/B09LYS3FD3?tag=3dsourced-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13063\">Amazon here<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-0ef10561 gb-grid-column-bff3e938\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0ef10561 gb-container-bff3e938\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-433a224c gb-headline-text gb-headline-4be81436\">MID-RANGE PICK<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-c42b8ac9\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-c42b8ac9 gb-image-23bd419a\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Anycubic-Kobra-Max-best-large-3D-printer-under-1000.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Anycubic-Kobra-Max-best-large-3D-printer-under-1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Anycubic-Kobra-Max-best-large-3D-printer-under-1000.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Anycubic-Kobra-Max-best-large-3D-printer-under-1000-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Anycubic-Kobra-Max-best-large-3D-printer-under-1000-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-296bf5eb gb-headline-text gb-headline-ca240b68\"><strong><strong><strong>Anycubic Kobra Max<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f875aade gb-headline-text gb-headline-3f37f1db\">Even larger 450 x 400 x 400 mm print area<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-082fcf57 gb-headline-text gb-headline-3f37f1db\">Upgraded accuracy and print speed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-eb512c65 gb-headline-text gb-headline-3f37f1db\">The largest 3D printer under $1000<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-32b0ac19 gb-button-wrapper-6a671681\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-e13de70b gb-button-text gb-button-primary-default\" href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1384498&amp;u=2355173&amp;m=90014&amp;urllink=www%2Eanycubic%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fkobra%2Dseries%2Fproducts%2Fkobra%2Dmax&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13064\">Available At anycubic here<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-ccfef097 gb-button-text gb-button-secondary-default\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ANYCUBIC-Leveling-Self-Developed-Filament-Detection\/dp\/B09QGTYW3R?tag=3dsourced-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13065\">Amazon here<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-d0a0cbfe gb-grid-column-bff3e938\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d0a0cbfe gb-container-bff3e938\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-10b2f6e2 gb-headline-text gb-headline-4be81436\">PREMIUM PICK<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-11f254d8\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-11f254d8 gb-image-23bd419a\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Ultimaker-S5.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Ultimaker-S5\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Ultimaker-S5.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Ultimaker-S5-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Ultimaker-S5-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d443bc70 gb-headline-text gb-headline-ca240b68\"><strong><strong><strong>Ultimaker S5<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-e2ac65f7 gb-headline-text gb-headline-3f37f1db\">Fantastic 20-micron precision<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-55669b46 gb-headline-text gb-headline-3f37f1db\">Optional Pro Bundle adds on filament holder and air filter<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-00ae9961 gb-headline-text gb-headline-3f37f1db\">Excellent for large part prototyping<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-3d861e99 gb-button-wrapper-6a671681\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-2520c7c7 gb-button-text gb-button-primary-default\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamism.com\/3d-printers\/ultimaker-s5.shtml?aff=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13066\">Available at Dynamism here<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-c57408ea gb-button-text gb-button-secondary-default\" href=\"https:\/\/www.matterhackers.com\/s\/store?q=ultimaker%20s5&amp;aff=7512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13067\">matterhackers here<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Some inspired makers have even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/3Dprinting\/comments\/lcbidz\/i_quite_like_how_my_homebuilt_large_450mm_x_500mm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13068\">built<\/a> enormous 850mm tall printers at home as DIY projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f4f4f4;font-size:11px\">3DSourced is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/affiliate-disclaimer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"9572\">Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article includes the best large bed 3D printers, as well as buying guide with what factors to consider when buying a larger printer, tips and tricks for printing based on the elements that change as you scale up print bed size, and some FAQs on large-scale printing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><thead><tr><th>Brand and Name<\/th><th>Max Print Size (mm)<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Where To Buy for Best Price?<\/th><th>Alternative Purchase Option<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>FLSUN QQ-S PRO<\/td><td>255 x 255 x 360<\/td><td>$369<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/search\/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=3dsourced-20&amp;keywords=flsun%20qq-s%20pro&amp;index=aps&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;linkId=9e8d9ca860538136ca577ca730f5723a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13069\">Amazon here<\/a><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Qidi Tech X-Plus<\/td><td>270 x 200 x 200<\/td><td>$699<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/search\/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=3dsourced-20&amp;keywords=qidi%20tech%20x-plus&amp;index=aps&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;linkId=a3f136cb75f9d0b520743bc831f3a0ea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13070\">Amazon here<\/a><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tronxy X5SA PRO<\/td><td>330 x 330 x 400<\/td><td>$399<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/search\/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=3dsourced-20&amp;keywords=tronxy%20x5sa%20pro&amp;index=aps&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;linkId=249d8f2880b584bdafe1cf2f8c9d5675\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13071\">Amazon here<\/a><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Creality CR-10 MAX<\/td><td>450 x 450 x 470<\/td><td>$1,099<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/search\/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=3dsourced-20&amp;keywords=cr-10%20max&amp;index=aps&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;linkId=36b422827aa141d501493bc8c6433506\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13072\">Amazon here<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=21809&amp;awinaffid=825229&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.3djake.uk%2Fcreality-3d-printers-spare-parts%2Fcr-10-max\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13073\">3DJake UK &amp; Europe<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Peopoly Phenom<\/td><td>276 x 155 x 400<\/td><td>$1,999<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.matterhackers.com\/store\/l\/peopoly-phenom-large-format-msla-3d-printer\/sk\/MR2W93DX?aff=7512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13074\">Matterhackers here<\/a><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Raise3D Pro2 \/ Pro2 Plus<\/td><td>305 x 305 x 300 (605)<\/td><td>$3,999 \/ $5,999<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2W2fPKX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13075\">Pro2 on Amazon here<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamism.com\/raise3d\/raise3d-3d-printers.html?aff=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13076\">Dynamism Store here<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BCN3D Sigma D25<\/td><td>420 x 300 x 200<\/td><td>$3,995<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/bcn3d-sigma-d25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13077\" data-lasso-name=\"BCN3D Sigma D25\">Dynamism Store here<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.matterhackers.com\/store\/l\/bcn3d-sigma-d25-3d-printer\/sk\/MVDUTG66?aff=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13078\">Matterhackers here<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Modix Big-60 V3 Kit<\/td><td>600 x 600 x 660<\/td><td>$4,700<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.matterhackers.com\/store\/l\/modix-big-60-v3-3d-printer-kit\/sk\/MUACLF7P?aff=7512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13079\">Matterhackers here<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamism.com\/modix-big60-v3-starter.html?aff=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13080\">Dynamism Store here<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ultimaker S5<\/td><td>330 x 240 x 300<\/td><td>$5,995<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamism.com\/3d-printers\/ultimaker-s5.shtml?aff=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13081\">Dynamism Store here<\/a><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BigRep Studio G2<\/td><td>1000 x 500 x 500<\/td><td>Quote<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bigrep.com\/bigrep-studio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13082\">BigRep<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The Best Large Format 3D Printers Ranked<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-17f5da06 no-title-margin gb-container-3ce39208\" id=\"question-box-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-cb7186aa gb-grid-wrapper-13867f42\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-aa6aefb5 gb-grid-column-44ad68b8\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-aa6aefb5 gb-container-44ad68b8\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-a1cd5870\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"256\" height=\"256\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-a1cd5870 gb-image-01dc0c8a\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/circle-wavy-question-duotone.svg\" alt=\"\" title=\"circle-wavy-question-duotone\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-5b8fa74e gb-grid-column-f8c4bfec\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5b8fa74e gb-container-f8c4bfec\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5fa8a6ad gb-headline-text gb-headline-ec198c29\">Large 3D Printer Reviews: The Criteria<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-fd676b74 gb-headline-text gb-headline-168631b7\">In assessing which of the following huge 3D printers deserved to be on our ranking, we used the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Size relative to price<\/strong>: a large print volume on a low-cost printer is relatively more impressive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quality of print<\/strong>: it&#8217;s irrelevant if you can print larger objects if they come out looking terrible. Only high-quality XXL 3D printers made the cut.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enclosed or open build chamber<\/strong>: a large print area is more impressive on an <a data-lasso-id=\"3954\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/best-enclosed-3d-printer-enclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">enclosed 3D printer<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reliability, versatility and ease of use<\/strong>: what materials does it support, how simple is the printer&#8217;s interface to navigate, and how prone is the printer to errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"best-large-3d-printers\">Best Large 3D Printer &#8211; 2022 Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3>Ender 5 Plus &#8211; the best budget large 3D printer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/creality3d-ender-5-plus-350x350x400mm-large-ender-series-with-bl-touch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13083\" data-lasso-name=\"Creality3D Ender 5 Plus\">Check latest price at Creality here<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Official-Creality-Leveling-MeanWell-350x350x400mm\/dp\/B09LYS3FD3?tag=3dsourced-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13084\">Amazon here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build Volume<\/strong>: 350 x 350 x 400 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minimum Layer Height:<\/strong> 100 Microns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Max Nozzle Temperature<\/strong>: 260\u00b0C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Filament Compatibility:<\/strong> PLA, ABS, TPU, PETG<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Ender-5-Plus.jpeg\" alt=\"Ender 5 Plus the best low-cost large 3D printer\" class=\"wp-image-17230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Ender-5-Plus.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Ender-5-Plus-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Ender-5-Plus-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-02b380cc gb-container-3613bd9f\" id=\"pros-cons-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-d3892566 gb-grid-wrapper-dab919b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-4c1a2b72 gb-grid-column-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4c1a2b72 gb-container-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-8549fc1d gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-640b3f61 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Lowest cost reliable large 3D printer<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-caae9945 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Very versatile and upgradable<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-798fea9a gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Excellent 350x350x400mm build volume<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-53e9dfd1 gb-grid-column-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-53e9dfd1 gb-container-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f4603f8b gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d4fb25f1 gb-headline-ec22c345\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119.034 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.034 248 248 248 248-111.034 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm130.108 117.892c65.448 65.448 70 165.481 20.677 235.637L150.47 105.216c70.204-49.356 170.226-44.735 235.638 20.676zM125.892 386.108c-65.448-65.448-70-165.481-20.677-235.637L361.53 406.784c-70.203 49.356-170.226 44.736-235.638-20.676z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Open air printer requires an enclosure for ABS to prevent warping in a more stable printing environment<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A perennial favorite among makers that balances great value and large print capacity, the Ender 5 Plus delivers on its large-format promise with a roomy 350 x 350 x 400 mm build volume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The capacity offered by the Ender 5 Plus opens the door to projects that simply aren\u2019t on the cards with most standard-size printers: helmets, masks, cosplay props and accessories, tall vases, tabletop gaming terrain, and so on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Size aside, the Ender 5 comes with other notable features. A pre-installed BLTouch automatic bed leveling probe makes easy work of calibrating the bed, while dual z-axis rods ensure smooth lead screw movement even when using the entire print bed for a huge print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of axes, the Ender 5 uses a rather novel system whereby the Z-axis is responsible for lowering the bed. It\u2019s bolstered by a beefy stepper motor that moves both belts on the Y-axis in unison for clean, precise movements that help reduce layer shifting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ender-5-plus-pinting-a-mech.jpg\" alt=\"Ender 5 plus pinting a mech\" class=\"wp-image-21046\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ender-5-plus-pinting-a-mech.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ender-5-plus-pinting-a-mech-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ender-5-plus-pinting-a-mech-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ender 5 Plus printing a mech. Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/JadeExcalibur\/status\/1453568744018612226\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13085\">Twitter<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Extras like print resume, a filament run-out sensor, and a removable tempered glass build platform, which delivers solid first-layer adhesion and ensures prints snap off cleanly with little effort, score points for ease of use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re partial to improving your printers through upgrades and modifications, the Ender 5 mimics its Ender 3 sibling with a wide array of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/ender-5-plus-upgrades\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"15956\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13086\">upgrades available<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From 3D printed mods like cable strain relief brackets to extruder knobs all the way to purchased upgrades like an all-metal extruder, quiet mainboard, and why not a pivot to a direct drive system, there\u2019s no shortage of ways to make the Ender 5 even better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3>Anycubic Kobra Max &#8211; largest 3D printer under $1000<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1384498&amp;u=2355173&amp;m=90014&amp;urllink=www%2Eanycubic%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fkobra%2Dseries%2Fproducts%2Fkobra%2Dmax&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13087\">Check latest price at Anycubic here<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ANYCUBIC-Leveling-Self-Developed-Filament-Detection\/dp\/B09QGTYW3R?tag=3dsourced-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13088\">Amazon here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build Volume<\/strong>: 450 x 400 x 400 mm&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minimum Layer Height<\/strong>: 50 microns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Max Nozzle Temperature<\/strong>: 260\u00b0C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Filament Compatibility<\/strong>: PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Anycubic-Kobra-Max.jpeg\" alt=\"Anycubic Kobra Max Largest 3D Printer Under $1000\" class=\"wp-image-21005\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2f4978c1 gb-container-3613bd9f\" id=\"pros-cons-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-ff842006 gb-grid-wrapper-dab919b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-f46af7a4 gb-grid-column-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f46af7a4 gb-container-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-4ed10f22 gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5c8644d0 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Even larger 450x400x400mm area<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5b6282ae gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Upgraded accuracy and print speed<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-83b29049 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Best large 3D printer under $1000<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-d1cb4e06 gb-grid-column-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d1cb4e06 gb-container-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-80df8635 gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-bc858b99 gb-headline-ec22c345\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119.034 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.034 248 248 248 248-111.034 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm130.108 117.892c65.448 65.448 70 165.481 20.677 235.637L150.47 105.216c70.204-49.356 170.226-44.735 235.638 20.676zM125.892 386.108c-65.448-65.448-70-165.481-20.677-235.637L361.53 406.784c-70.203 49.356-170.226 44.736-235.638-20.676z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Open air printer requires an enclosure for ABS to prevent warping<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The largest of Anycubic&#8217;s most recent batch of affordable large FDM printers, the Anycubic Kobra Max gives you a massive 450 x 400 x 400 mm &#8211; the largest build volume 3D printer under $600. That ultra-large build volume alone justifies a slot on our list, but there&#8217;s plenty more to like about the Kobra Max.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the large capacity, the Kobra Max is made stable by the dual z-axis threaded lead screws, each with a dedicated stepper motor and two support rods to reduce wobble and keep things running smoothly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a 50-micron minimum layer height, the Kobra Max delivers solid precision and can theoretically crank sprint speeds up to a dizzying 180 mm\/s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also has a tempered carborundum glass print bed, coated with Anycubic&#8217;s proprietary Ultrabase microporous coating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Anycubic-Kobra-Max-in-action.jpg\" alt=\"Anycubic Kobra Max in action\" class=\"wp-image-21037\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kobra Max printing models: a skeleton (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/anycubic\/comments\/x5523n\/kobra_max_is_the_star_of_the_show_on_this_massive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13089\">Reddit<\/a>) and a 280% scale sluggo (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/anycubic\/comments\/wkc93r\/i_printed_a_280_scale_sluggo_on_the_kobra_max_im\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13090\">Reddit<\/a>).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Elsewhere, Anycubic has bundled in its in-house-developed LeviQ fully automatic bed leveling. We <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printer-reviews\/anycubic-kobra-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13091\">tested it ourselves on the Kobra<\/a> and continue to be impressed with the accuracy and hands-off, set-and-forget ease of use it delivers. Anycubic is on to something special here, and it&#8217;s a delight to see LeviQ ported over the larger Kobra Max.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other notable features include filament runout detection, the same responsive 4.3&#8243; touchscreen display found on the smaller Kobra, adjustable belt tensioners, an E3D Volcano-inspired hot end, and reasonably quiet operational noise levels at 58 dB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, it&#8217;s definitely the largest 3D printer for home use, and a reliable FDM pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-5-peopoly-phenom-large-resin-3d-printer\">Peopoly Phenom &#8212; Large Resin 3D printer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price: $1,999<\/strong> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.matterhackers.com\/store\/l\/peopoly-phenom-large-format-msla-3d-printer\/sk\/MR2W93DX?aff=7512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13092\">Available on Matterhackers here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-size: inherit; background-color: var(--base-3); color: var(--contrast);\"><strong>Maximum build volume:<\/strong> 276 x 155 x 400 mm<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Peopoly-Phenom.jpg\" alt=\"peopoly phenom\" class=\"wp-image-3174\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Peopoly-Phenom.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Peopoly-Phenom-300x171.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-509585d0 gb-container-3613bd9f\" id=\"pros-cons-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-23f26db0 gb-grid-wrapper-dab919b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-93cb2d04 gb-grid-column-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-93cb2d04 gb-container-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d2555df0 gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-eebc85fb gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Largest set of resin 3D printers for the price<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-217f6801 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Super fast bulk printing due to resin printers curing entire layers at once<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-ca20e751 gb-grid-column-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ca20e751 gb-container-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7e92b6fb gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b354badf gb-headline-ec22c345\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119.034 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.034 248 248 248 248-111.034 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm130.108 117.892c65.448 65.448 70 165.481 20.677 235.637L150.47 105.216c70.204-49.356 170.226-44.735 235.638 20.676zM125.892 386.108c-65.448-65.448-70-165.481-20.677-235.637L361.53 406.784c-70.203 49.356-170.226 44.736-235.638-20.676z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">XY resolution falls slightly if you purchase a larger Phenom model<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Peopoly Phenom is the only <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/resin-dlp-sla-3d-printer-stereolithography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"3979\">resin 3D printer<\/a> that features on our ranking. Resin printers are not known for having large print areas, making the Peopoly Phenom&#8217;s large size all the more impressive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Peopoly first made a name for themselves following their successful Kickstarter campaign to bring the Peopoly Moai to market. Now they have the Phenom range, using MSLA technology (combining LCD screens with LED lights) to build parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Peopoly-Phenom-printer-and-print.jpg\" alt=\"Peopoly Phenom printer and print\" class=\"wp-image-21038\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Phenom on a 49-hour print job (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/3Dprinting\/comments\/dueo9w\/phenom_by_peopoly_first_print_job_is_49_hours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13093\">Reddit<\/a>) and a sample print  (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/3Dprinting\/comments\/dm9yx2\/some_smooth_prints_off_my_huge_peopoly_phenom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13094\">Reddit<\/a>).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The idea for an LCD 3D printer with a huge build area is a very good one. LCD 3D printing involves solidifying a whole layer of resin at once, unlike FDM where the 3D printer&#8217;s extruder needs to trace each layer. Combining this ability to print multiple objects simultaneously with a large format 3D printing area opens up possibilities for truly scalable 3D printing. It&#8217;s very exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The printer itself is very impressive. 72-um accuracy is precise and will offer better surface finishes than almost all <a data-lasso-id=\"3982\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/rankings\/best-fdm-3d-printer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FDM 3D printers<\/a>. Peopoly recommends you use their Deft resin, but this large 3D printer kit is compatible with those made by other manufacturers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you already own a smaller, <a data-lasso-id=\"3983\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/resin-dlp-sla-3d-printer-stereolithography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">low-cost resin printer<\/a> like an Elegoo Mars or AnyCubic Photon, upgrading to the Phenom is easy as it also runs on the CHITUBOX.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read more<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/rankings\/large-resin-3d-printers\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11225\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13095\">the best large build volume resin 3D printers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"6-modix-big-60-v3-kit-huge-3d-printer-for-heavy-duty-use\">Modix Big-60 V3 Kit &#8212; huge 3D printer for heavy-duty use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $4,700 &#8212; <a data-lasso-id=\"3984\" href=\"https:\/\/www.matterhackers.com\/store\/l\/modix-big-60-v3-3d-printer-kit\/sk\/MUACLF7P?aff=7512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Available at Matterhackers here<\/a> \/ <a data-lasso-id=\"3985\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamism.com\/modix-big60-v3-starter.html?aff=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Available at Dynamism here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build volume<\/strong>: 600 x 600 x 660 mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Modix-Big-60-V3-Kit.jpeg\" alt=\"modix big 60 v3 kit\" class=\"wp-image-11061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Modix-Big-60-V3-Kit.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Modix-Big-60-V3-Kit-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Modix-Big-60-V3-Kit-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-56e06ee1 gb-container-3613bd9f\" id=\"pros-cons-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-3c4d19bc gb-grid-wrapper-dab919b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-bed07cdb gb-grid-column-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bed07cdb gb-container-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-913d3d04 gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-0e07f94d gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Excellent for large part prototyping<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-0c648390 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Premium parts &#8211; E3D hot ends and Duet3D controllers<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-bd944d43 gb-grid-column-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bd944d43 gb-container-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-011fb5cb gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-56495bb9 gb-headline-ec22c345\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119.034 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.034 248 248 248 248-111.034 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm130.108 117.892c65.448 65.448 70 165.481 20.677 235.637L150.47 105.216c70.204-49.356 170.226-44.735 235.638 20.676zM125.892 386.108c-65.448-65.448-70-165.481-20.677-235.637L361.53 406.784c-70.203 49.356-170.226 44.736-235.638-20.676z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Kit so needs to be assembled \u2014 rather than being plug\u2019n\u2019play<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Big-60 makes the previously mentioned printers look tiny, with its enormous 600 x 600 x 660 mm build volume able to print even the largest prototypes and parts in one large part.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a huge advantage as you can print these large models without having to assemble them together &#8211; so surface finish isn&#8217;t affected by post-processing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a large 3D printer kit, but experienced operators or 3D printing makers will have no trouble assembling the Model Big-60 V3, especially as it comes with such detailed instructions that take you through every step of the assembly process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Testing-the-Modix-Big-60-V3.jpg\" alt=\"Testing the Modix Big-60 V3\" class=\"wp-image-21045\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Testing-the-Modix-Big-60-V3.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Testing-the-Modix-Big-60-V3-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Testing-the-Modix-Big-60-V3-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Big-60 V3 printing a model. Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Wr5LizTMm54\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13096\">Modix3D<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Big-60 V3 kit features premium parts all around, for example, a high-quality E3D hot end, and Duet3D controllers as standard. Despite being designed for industrial, heavy-duty use, the Big-60 is designed also to be modular enough that you can easily install any upgrades tailored to your 3D printing needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These could be custom, third-party upgrades, or any one of a number of available upgrades you can buy with the printer, such as the enclosure kit, a super high-temperature nozzle for industrial material printing like PEEK or ULTEM, or a secondary print head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, it\u2019s a large area 3D printer but at a much lower medium-range price, and it\u2019s certainly a large 3D printer for big 3D printer projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3>Modix Big 40 &#8211; Best 400mm 3D Printer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $5,250 &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.matterhackers.com\/store\/l\/modix-big-40-3d-printer-kit\/sk\/MUVFUEM0?aff=7512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13097\">Available at Matterhackers here<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamism.com\/modix-big40-v3-starter.html?aff=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13098\">Dynamism here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build Volume:<\/strong> 400 x 400 x 800 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minimum Layer Height<\/strong>: 40 microns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Max Nozzle Temperature:<\/strong> 340\u00b0C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Filament Compatibility:<\/strong> PLA, ABS, Carbon Fiber, Wood, Copper, Brass, Magnetic, PHA, PVA, HIPS, Nylon, TPE, TPU, PETG<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Modix-Big-40.jpeg\" alt=\"Modix Big 40\" class=\"wp-image-21007\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-18a5c523 gb-container-3613bd9f\" id=\"pros-cons-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-b792aff9 gb-grid-wrapper-dab919b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b321bfae gb-grid-column-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b321bfae gb-container-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f73ab87a gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1a3fd703 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Ideal for tall part production with 800mm z-axis height<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-87b117f6 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Seamless workshop\/small business workflow: 7\u201d ergonomic touchscreen, accessible WiFi, 100-point auto-levelling system for fast calibration<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-6100aa5f gb-grid-column-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6100aa5f gb-container-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f770d3fc gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c7f5d9c5 gb-headline-ec22c345\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119.034 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.034 248 248 248 248-111.034 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm130.108 117.892c65.448 65.448 70 165.481 20.677 235.637L150.47 105.216c70.204-49.356 170.226-44.735 235.638 20.676zM125.892 386.108c-65.448-65.448-70-165.481-20.677-235.637L361.53 406.784c-70.203 49.356-170.226 44.736-235.638-20.676z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Kit so needs to be assembled \u2014 rather than being plug\u2019n\u2019play<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While the Modix Big 60 V3 pitches towards a large uniform build volume on all axes, the Modix Big 40 is all about giving makers and businesses extra height to produce tall parts and models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To achieve this, it offers a 400 x 400 x 800 mm build volume. Even a 3D printer with 400 x 400 x 400 mm is considered large, but the Modix Big 40 doubles that again with higher z-axis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The advantage is clear, with the Modix 40, you can print large pieces, such as leg prosthetics and towering prototypes, in a single print, removing the need to print in parts and assemble them post-print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turning to the Modix Big 60&#8217;s other specifications, it ships with Wi-Fi connectivity, 100-point mesh automatic bed leveling, a premium powder-coated laser cut chassis, and a 7&#8242; inch touch screen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Modix-Big-40.jpg\" alt=\"Modix Big 40\" class=\"wp-image-21043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Modix-Big-40.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Modix-Big-40-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Modix-Big-40-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Printing with PVA. Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=EBI3U9w5QG8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13099\">Modix3D<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Elsewhere it has a precise 40-micron minimum layer height, milled cast aluminum print bed, PEI print surface, and a proprietary Griffin print head consisting of a custom-made Bondtech extruder and an in-house developed hot end reaching up to 340\u00b0C with a heated bed to handle carbon fiber and other tough filaments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Much like the Big 60 V3, the Modix Big 40 is all about options and additional upgrades, available when you order the printer. This suits small businesses with different needs and requirements, with upgrades including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>An enclosure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Second print head<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High-temperature nozzles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An E3D Aero or E3D Volcano hot end<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Magnetic beds, casters, air filters, and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-7-raise3d-pro2-pro2-plus-xxl-3d-printer\">Raise3D Pro2 &amp; Pro2 Plus &#8212; Large Build Area 3D Printer for Small Businesses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pro2 Price:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/39t99sH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13100\">Check price on Amazon here<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamism.com\/3d-printers\/raise3d_pro2.shtml?aff=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13101\">Dynamism Store here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pro2 Plus Price:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3aFSV0w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13102\">Check price on Amazon here<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamism.com\/3d-printers\/raise3d_pro2.shtml?aff=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13103\">Dynamism Store here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 1.125rem; font-family: &quot;Source Sans Pro&quot;, Graphik, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\"><strong>Maximum build volume:<\/strong> 305 x 305 x 300 \/ 605 mm (300 mm for Pro2, 605 mm for Pro2 Plus)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Raise3D-Pro2-Dual-Extruder-3D-Printer.jpg\" alt=\"raise3d pro2 plus large 3d printer\" class=\"wp-image-1682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Raise3D-Pro2-Dual-Extruder-3D-Printer.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Raise3D-Pro2-Dual-Extruder-3D-Printer-300x171.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-65fe1cd5 gb-container-3613bd9f\" id=\"pros-cons-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-82e529eb gb-grid-wrapper-dab919b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-427a812c gb-grid-column-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-427a812c gb-container-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-dc94c2b8 gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-86eb5ada gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Choice of standard or extra-large Pro2 Plus version<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-454c2a98 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Excellent built-in analytics for in-depth real-time print analytics<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ccf74b5a gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Ideal prototyping 3D printer for industry<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-6d323f5f gb-grid-column-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6d323f5f gb-container-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d9e260ee gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ef376213 gb-headline-ec22c345\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119.034 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.034 248 248 248 248-111.034 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm130.108 117.892c65.448 65.448 70 165.481 20.677 235.637L150.47 105.216c70.204-49.356 170.226-44.735 235.638 20.676zM125.892 386.108c-65.448-65.448-70-165.481-20.677-235.637L361.53 406.784c-70.203 49.356-170.226 44.736-235.638-20.676z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Newer versions are now available (but are more expensive)<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Raise3D printers feature in our <a data-lasso-id=\"3992\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/rankings\/best-3d-printer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best 3D printer<\/a> ranking as well as our <a data-lasso-id=\"3993\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/dual-extruder-3d-printer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best dual extruder 3D printer<\/a> ranking &#8212; and for good reason. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s ideal for multi-material printing (for example, ABS with dissolvable HIPS supports) as well as standard large format printing &#8212; and we recommend it for any small business looking to print large prints and prototypes in-house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Raise3D are a highly reputed 3D printing company whose printers are used by 3D printing services and small businesses as these large 3D printers can create big parts on demand. Expanded to a 605mm max part height, you should have no problems printing large structures with the Pro2 Plus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Raise3D-Pro2-vase-mode-_-Pro2-Plus.jpg\" alt=\"Raise3D Pro2 vase mode and Pro2 Plus\" class=\"wp-image-21040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Raise3D-Pro2-vase-mode-_-Pro2-Plus.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Raise3D-Pro2-vase-mode-_-Pro2-Plus-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Raise3D-Pro2-vase-mode-_-Pro2-Plus-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A Pro2 printing in vase mode (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=QsOJ-HFrGAg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13104\">Youtube<\/a>) and a Pro2 Plus getting tuned up (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/3Dprinting\/comments\/lee8dw\/tuning_the_new_toy_raise3d_pro2_plus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13105\">Reddit<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For a closed build chamber (with better temperature control), even the Pro2&#8217;s build volume is huge. But the Pro2 Plus expands it further, doubling the maximum height you can print up to a whopping 605 mm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only is this colossal 3D printer large, but both the Pro2 and Pro2 have strong reputations for being reliable workhorses. And even if you do have a problem, Raise3D has a California-based support team to help solve your problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Raise3D cleverly appeals to the customer segments in between consumers and professional printers, offering industrial-grade quality on their large-format 3D printers but at lower than industrial prices. The 7-inch touchscreen and features offered make it feel like a factory-grade machine, when in fact even the Pro2 Plus costs the same as the Ultimaker S5.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-8-bcn3d-sigma-d25-large-workhorse-3d-printer\">BCN3D Sigma D25 &#8212; Large Workhorse 3D Printer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: inherit; background-color: var(--base-3); color: var(--contrast);\"><strong>Price: $3,995<\/strong> &#8212; <\/span><a data-lasso-id=\"3996\" style=\"font-size: inherit; background-color: var(--base-3);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/bcn3d-sigma-d25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-name=\"BCN3D Sigma D25\">Available on Dynamism Store here<\/a><span style=\"font-size: inherit; background-color: var(--base-3); color: var(--contrast);\"> \/ <\/span><a data-lasso-id=\"3997\" style=\"font-size: inherit; background-color: var(--base-3);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.matterhackers.com\/store\/l\/bcn3d-sigma-d25-pre-order-bundle\/sk\/M77R4GQA?aff=7512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Available on Matterhackers here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build volume<\/strong>: 420 x 300 x 200 mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/BCN3D-Sigma-D25-large-format-3d-printer.jpg\" alt=\"bcn3d sigma d25 large format 3d printer\" class=\"wp-image-6127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/BCN3D-Sigma-D25-large-format-3d-printer.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/BCN3D-Sigma-D25-large-format-3d-printer-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/BCN3D-Sigma-D25-large-format-3d-printer-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-af86043d gb-container-3613bd9f\" id=\"pros-cons-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-9e17004e gb-grid-wrapper-dab919b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-77414964 gb-grid-column-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-77414964 gb-container-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a713492d gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ddac28fd gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">IDEX dual extruder for multi-material, multi-color, or duplicate print options<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-073959b4 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Very reliable and well-known workhorse<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-5c445305 gb-grid-column-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5c445305 gb-container-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-53e1ab5f gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7c42e236 gb-headline-ec22c345\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119.034 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.034 248 248 248 248-111.034 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm130.108 117.892c65.448 65.448 70 165.481 20.677 235.637L150.47 105.216c70.204-49.356 170.226-44.735 235.638 20.676zM125.892 386.108c-65.448-65.448-70-165.481-20.677-235.637L361.53 406.784c-70.203 49.356-170.226 44.736-235.638-20.676z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Not as large as some other options on this list<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Another very effective <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/guides\/fused-deposition-modeling-fdm\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"3999\">fused deposition modeling<\/a> printer, Spanish <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/industrial-3d-printer-company\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"4000\">industrial 3D printer<\/a> manufacturer BCN3D have outdone themselves with their latest iteration of the Sigma range, the Sigma D25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Featuring a dual <a data-lasso-id=\"4001\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/guides\/3d-printer-extruder-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">extruder<\/a> and immense print volume at 420 x 300 x 200 mm, the Sigma D25 still stands out for reasons other than just being a 3D printer with a large print bed. It&#8217;s extraordinarily versatile, happily printing with 3D printer filaments ranging from ABS and PLA to HIPS, ASA, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, this is no standard dual extruder &#8212; instead, BCN3D&#8217;s IDEX (independent dual extruder) system allows each of the extruders to move independently, vastly speeding up part production for similar parts, as well as allowing for multi-material printing and soluble filament printing, such as <a data-lasso-id=\"4002\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printer-materials\/pva-filament-3d-printing-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PVA<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/BCN3D-Sigma-D25.jpg\" alt=\"BCN3D Sigma D25\" class=\"wp-image-21041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/BCN3D-Sigma-D25.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/BCN3D-Sigma-D25-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/BCN3D-Sigma-D25-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Newly set up Sigma D25. Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/alistardean\/status\/1362772900382732289\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13106\">Al Dean<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps most impressively, the Sigma&#8217;s <em>duplication<\/em> and <em>mirror<\/em> modes capitalize on its dual extruder to enhance the scalability of part production. Duplication mode prints identical models simultaneously, while mirror mode prints mirror designs to speed up part production. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The D25 has also been upgraded with a stainless steel frame to anchor down the X and Y axes and improve print quality and features E3D hotends and Bondtech extruders for extremely reliable and high-quality printing. It&#8217;s a large enclosed 3D printer- ideal for printing ABS and other high-temp filaments with a stable thermal environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 5-inch touchscreen makes the Sigma D25 a very simple-to-use large-format 3D printer, with fantastic 50-micron minimum layer heights and very precise XY and Z resolutions for intricate part printing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>For more information on resolutions, we have a guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/high-resolution-3d-printer-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"4003\">resolutions in 3D printing<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, Sigma D25 is a BCN3D printer that now has WiFi printing capabilities as well as USB and SD card printing, and even updates itself automatically with the latest firmware for the latest developments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-9-ultimaker-s5-extremely-precise-large-format-3d-printer\">Ultimaker S5 &#8212; Extremely precise large format 3D printer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price: $5,995<\/strong> &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamism.com\/3d-printers\/ultimaker-s5.shtml?aff=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13107\">Available on Dynamism Store here<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.matterhackers.com\/s\/store?q=ultimaker%20s5&amp;aff=7512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13108\">Available on Matterhackers here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-size: inherit; background-color: var(--base-3); color: var(--contrast);\"><strong>Maximum build volume<\/strong>: 330 x 240 x 300 mm<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Ultimaker-S5-Best-3D-printer.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimaker S5 large 3d printer\" class=\"wp-image-1681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Ultimaker-S5-Best-3D-printer.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Ultimaker-S5-Best-3D-printer-300x171.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4354e41c gb-container-3613bd9f\" id=\"pros-cons-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-1d1998c5 gb-grid-wrapper-dab919b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-1980e543 gb-grid-column-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1980e543 gb-container-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-4329027d gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-55deec9a gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">The gold standard in high-quality desktop FDM 3D printing<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b9092694 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Excellent, best-in-class precision and accuracy<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3e5e8bf2 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Fits well into an existing workflow: Ultimaker offer software products for industrial needs and 3D printer factories<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-a64c23ef gb-grid-column-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a64c23ef gb-container-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-36072f87 gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2f4140be gb-headline-ec22c345\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119.034 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.034 248 248 248 248-111.034 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm130.108 117.892c65.448 65.448 70 165.481 20.677 235.637L150.47 105.216c70.204-49.356 170.226-44.735 235.638 20.676zM125.892 386.108c-65.448-65.448-70-165.481-20.677-235.637L361.53 406.784c-70.203 49.356-170.226 44.736-235.638-20.676z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Not as large as some cheaper alternatives<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The follow-up to the acclaimed Ultimaker 3, the Ultimaker S5 is the Dutch company&#8217;s launch into a higher price range, more industrial printer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A large build volume 3D printer, the S5 is geared towards a more professional and industrial clientele, expanding the build volume and focusing on the scalability of <a data-lasso-id=\"4007\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/guides\/rapid-prototyping-3d-printing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rapid prototyping<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ultimaker-S5-and-test-prints.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimaker S5 and test prints\" class=\"wp-image-21042\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ultimaker-S5-and-test-prints.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ultimaker-S5-and-test-prints-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ultimaker-S5-and-test-prints-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">S5 and some test prints. Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/yaprakaya\/status\/1216478726797570050\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13109\">Twitter<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Though more expensive than its predecessor, clocking in at just under $6K, Ultimaker are not struggling for clients. The printer is said to be used by Volkswagen, showing just how highly rated Ultimaker&#8217;s printers are. It&#8217;s the best 300mm 3D printer around &#8211; though you may require larger build volumes than 330 x 240 x 300 mm offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While not enormous, the sheer precision, quality and reliability still earn it a place as one of the best large 3D printer ranges for professional prints. Its broad material compatibility is a plus (Ultimaker sell their own brand of high-temperature materials) for printing large objects in PP, CPE, Nylon, PC, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-10-bigrep-studio-g2-gigantic-3d-printer\">BigRep Studio G2 &#8212; Gigantic 3D Printer!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: inherit; background-color: var(--base-3); color: var(--contrast);\"><strong>Price: <\/strong>requires a quote<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build volume: <\/strong>1000 x 500 x 500 mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/BigRep-Studio-Dual-Extruder-3D-Printer.jpg\" alt=\"bigrep studio xxl large 3d printer\" class=\"wp-image-1686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/BigRep-Studio-Dual-Extruder-3D-Printer.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/BigRep-Studio-Dual-Extruder-3D-Printer-300x171.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This behemoth is a huge 3D printer, one of the many immense beasts that German manufacturer BigRep sells to their industrial clientele. It&#8217;s quite possibly the largest FDM printer you&#8217;ll come across.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Used for prototyping and in the medical, automotive, and aerospace sectors, the BigRep Studio weighs in at over a quarter of a ton owing to its massive build volume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/BigRep-Studio-G2-and-test-prints.jpg\" alt=\"BigRep Studio G2 and test prints\" class=\"wp-image-21036\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Studio G2 and some test prints: Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/3Dprinting\/comments\/drs6c9\/time_for_some_large_prints\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13110\">Reddit<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>BigRep sells a number of custom materials for use in their large 3D printers, including commonly used printer filaments like PLA and PETG, as well as more niche materials such as flexible filaments, HT, and HS. The advanced air filtration system, completely enclosed build area, and tool steel nozzle makes it perfect for <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printer-materials\/carbon-fiber-3d-printing-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"4008\">3D printing carbon fiber filaments<\/a>, ASA, and Polyamides like Nylon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Studio G2 works seamlessly with BigRep&#8217;s Blade <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-software\/3d-printer-software-for-3d-printing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"4009\">3D printer software<\/a>, prints up to 100mm\/s, and can print with up to 0.1mm minimum layer heights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-1 wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/eu.jotform.com\/build\/210452138017344\" style=\"border-radius:21px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13111\">Get a quote*<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:10px\">*One of our trusted partners will be in touch following a quote request.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-11-concept-laser-x-line-2000r-largest-3d-printer-in-the-world\">Concept Laser X Line 2000R &#8212; Largest 3D printer in the world<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: inherit; background-color: var(--base-3); color: var(--contrast);\"><strong>Price:<\/strong> request a quote<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build volume:<\/strong> 800 x 400 x 500 mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Concept-Laser-X-Line-200R-Metal-3D-Printer.jpg\" alt=\"concept laser x line 2000r large 3d printer\" class=\"wp-image-1687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Concept-Laser-X-Line-200R-Metal-3D-Printer.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Concept-Laser-X-Line-200R-Metal-3D-Printer-300x171.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the world&#8217;s largest 3D printers and also one of the world&#8217;s most expensive, the Concept Laser X Line 2000R uses <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printing-technologies\/direct-metal-laser-sintering-dmls\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"4011\">Direct Metal Laser Sintering<\/a> to print strong and accurate metal parts, and costs millions. However, this machine is such an engineering feat that we felt compelled to include it, with large print volumes exponentially harder to achieve with metal <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printing-technologies\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"4012\">3D printing technologies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Undoubtedly a leader in its sector &#8212; and you can also check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/metal-3d-printer-buyers-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"4013\">metal 3D printer<\/a> ranking &#8212; the ability to create metal parts up to 800 x 400 x 500 mm in size is an invaluable asset. If you&#8217;re not a billion-dollar company then you&#8217;re unlikely to buy one, but this machine is a lock-in for our large 3D printer list, able to print metal structures at sizes never achieved prior.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-2 wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/eu.jotform.com\/build\/210452138017344\" style=\"border-radius:21px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"13112\">Get a quote*<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:10px\">*One of our trusted partners will be in touch following a quote request.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"tips-for-large-format-3d-printing\">Tips for Large-Format 3D Printing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"keep-time-in-mind\">Keep time in mind<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to remember how long it takes to print these enormous parts. In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/guides\/rapid-prototyping-3d-printing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"4015\">rapid prototyping<\/a>, it&#8217;s common to leave your printer running overnight and come back to it the next day, but if you&#8217;re printing a 50 x 50 cm prototype with a 0.4mm nozzle and small-ish layer heights, it could take several days to print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A natural solution is to replace the standard 0.4mm nozzle that comes on most large-scale 3D printers with a larger (0.8-1.2mm) nozzle. Then, if printing larger layer heights (200 &#8211; 400 microns) you massively increase print speed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, this opens another can of worms. Less powerful hotends can struggle to melt such a large amount of filament quick enough to extrude in time, so you may want to upgrade your hotend to print without issue. We have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/guides\/best-3d-printer-hot-end\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"4016\">guide to some great hotends here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-is-it-worth-buying-a-large-3d-printer-or-using-a-3d-printing-service-instead\">Is it worth buying a large 3D printer, or using a 3D printing service instead?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another question you should ask yourself. If you&#8217;re only planning on printing a few prototypes for the year, you might find it advantageous to instead outsource your printing needs to an external service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;ll be more expensive than if you were to just pay for the materials to print yourself, but if you don&#8217;t have much use for the large-scale 3D printer, it&#8217;ll sit there collecting dust in your workshop for the rest of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a simple value judgment &#8212; do you think you&#8217;ll use it enough?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The answer could even be to keep\/buy a standard smaller 3D printer, use that for day-to-day prototyping, and if you have an enormous printer project, outsource those. We have a ranking of some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/rankings\/best-online-3d-printing-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"4017\">best 3D printing services<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-big-3d-printer-or-multiple-smaller-printers-for-many-small-parts\">1 big 3D printer, or multiple smaller printers for many small parts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A common line of thought is that buying one large 3D printer gives you the capacity to print many smaller parts simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is true, but not necessarily efficient. Yes, you can print 10-20 small pieces at the same time on a large 3D printer, but it&#8217;ll take 20 times as long as you could have printed these parts on 20 desktop 3D printers. So, if you&#8217;re planning on printing many small parts, consider instead going with a 3D printer farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, the best 3D printer for large objects is certainly one with a big print volume &#8211; it&#8217;s a hassle gluing multiple parts together, and affects the final part&#8217;s strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"large-3d-printing-applications\">Large 3D Printer Applications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Large, single-part prototypes <\/strong>&#8212; for parts where surface finish is important, and where assembling multiple parts post-print would make this difficult. Also when time is not an issue it&#8217;s less hassle to just print one large part over time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>TV and movie props, and cosplays<\/strong> &#8212; Redditors have shown extensions they&#8217;ve made to their enormous 3D printers to print large cosplay parts, and the TV &amp; film industry have begun using 3D printing for props and other appliances for sets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Furniture<\/strong> &#8212; increasingly, large volume 3D printers are being used in similar ways to <a data-lasso-id=\"4018\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cncsourced.com\/cnc-machining\/best-4x8-cnc-routers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4&#215;8 CNC routers<\/a> to create furniture like chairs, stools, and tables. We cover a variety of ways to do this in our feature story on <a data-lasso-id=\"4019\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/guides\/3-ways-3d-print-furniture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3D printed furniture<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>Large 3D Printer FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list\">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1666022024701\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">What\u2019s the Biggest 3D Printer You Can Buy?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>The largest 3D printer you can currently buy is the Massivit 10000. It offers a massive 1420 x 1110 x 1500 mm build volume and is roughly the size of a small room.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1666022048810\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">What 3D Printer Has the Biggest Bed Size?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>The Massivit 10000 has a 1420 x 1110 x 1500 mm build volume, followed closely by the Industry Magnum, which has a 1500 x 1200 x 1200 mm build volume. Other notable mentions include the CreatBot F1000 with a 1000 x 1000 x 1000 mm build volume, and the BigRep Pro, which has a 1000 x 1000 x 1000 build volume.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1666022062905\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">How Much Does a Huge 3D Printer Cost?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>A consumer-grade 3D printer with an ultra large-format build volume can cost as low as $600, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1384498&amp;u=2355173&amp;m=90014&amp;urllink=www%2Eanycubic%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fkobra%2Dseries%2Fproducts%2Fkobra%2Dmax&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Anycubic Kobra Max<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=2015992&amp;u=2355173&amp;m=124834&amp;urllink=store%2Ecreality%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fender%2D5%2Dplus%2D3d%2Dprinter&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Ender 5 Plus<\/a>. For an industrial-grade printer, prices sort well into the thousands of dollars, with some, such as the Industry Magnum, costing well above $100,000.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1666022083345\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">What Is the Biggest 3D Printer Out There and What Does It Print?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>The biggest 3D printer out there is the Massivit 10000. 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