MakerBot Replicator CES 2012 First Look

MakerBot is a machine that can make you almost anything! The MakerBot Replicator is the newest 3D printer. With MakerBot Dualstrusion (2-color printing) and a bigger printing footprint, giving you the superpower to print things BIG! The MakerBot Replicator is so amazing that it’s ready within minutes to start printing right out of the box.

The MakerBot Replicator is an affordable, open source 3D printer that is compact enough to sit on your desktop.With a build envelope that’s roughly the size of a loaf of bread, The MakerBot Replicator gives you the power to go big. Make an entire chess set with the press of a button

The MakerBot Replicatorâ„¢ creates anything you can imagine with the new MakerBot Stepstruder MK8, the extruder is the part of the machine that turns raw feedstock, like ABS (what Lego is made of) or PLA (a biodegradable material made from corn), into the objects you desire. You can order your MakerBot Replicator with single or dual MakerBot Stepstruders on it. By choosing the dual extrusion option, you’ll print with two different colors at the same time. MakerBot Dualstrusion unlocks the ability to make beautiful combinations of colors and opens the door to experimenting with with multi-material objects.

The MakerBot Replicator is ideal for personalized manufacturing, providing a new way to make the things you want and need. We’re very impressed with the device and would love to have one in our offices.