【3D Printing News】UltiMaker Launches New Large 3D Printer for MakerBot SKETCH
UltiMaker, a leading brand in desktop 3D printers, announced the launch of the new MakerBot SKETCH® Large 3D printer, which is also one of the latest additions to the MakerBot SKETCH platform. MakerBot SKETCH offers one of the most comprehensive 3D printing solutions in the education sector. It not only expands students' access to 3D printing, allowing them to turn their imagination into reality without being limited by 3D printer issues.
Like its predecessor, the MakerBot SKETCH Large features accuracy and material compatibility, which promotes academic 3D printing applications. The new system includes a larger build volume of 220 x 200 x 250mm, meaning up to 10 student projects can be printed at once, allowing teachers to prioritize education over continuous manual printing processes.
UltiMaker's Continuous Improvement Focus
Before the merger of Ultimaker and MakerBot, the two companies operated independently, each building their own series of desktop 3D printers. Ultimaker built a series of advanced Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) systems, including the Ultimaker S2+ Connect, Ultimaker S3, Ultimaker S5, and Ultimaker S5 Pro.
These devices have applications in both industry and academia. 3D Metalforge established an Ultimaker print farm in 2020, and Ultimaker donated multiple printers to schools last year. Before the merger, Ultimaker also tended to market its products as a profitable 3D printing portfolio, launching multiple software solutions to support the portfolio, such as Ultimaker Essentials.
Meanwhile, MakerBot launched the METHOD, Replicator+, and SKETCH series. The SKETCH series was designed specifically to meet academic teaching needs. Like Ultimaker, MakerBot has always supported STEM education programs by donating machines, most recently donating several machines to underserved US communities in June. With the merger of the two companies, they now appear to remain focused on educational 3D printing and expanding their joint product offerings in this area.
Nadav Goshen, CEO of UltiMaker, said: "3D printing is more than just a printer; our goal is to provide teachers and students with the tools and resources they need to unleash their creativity and open up learning possibilities. That's why we continue to improve our educational ecosystem—striving to be the most comprehensive and mature 3D printing solution available to educators on the market."
UltiMaker's Continuous Improvement Focus
Before the merger of Ultimaker and MakerBot, the two companies operated independently, each building their own series of desktop 3D printers. Ultimaker built a series of advanced Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) systems, including the Ultimaker S2+ Connect, Ultimaker S3, Ultimaker S5, and Ultimaker S5 Pro.
These devices have applications in both industry and academia. 3D Metalforge established an Ultimaker print farm in 2020, and Ultimaker donated multiple printers to schools last year. Before the merger, Ultimaker also tended to market its products as a profitable 3D printing portfolio, launching multiple software solutions to support the portfolio, such as Ultimaker Essentials.
Meanwhile, MakerBot launched the METHOD, Replicator+, and SKETCH series. The SKETCH series was designed specifically to meet academic teaching needs. Like Ultimaker, MakerBot has always supported STEM education programs by donating machines, most recently donating several machines to underserved US communities in June. With the merger of the two companies, they now appear to remain focused on educational 3D printing and expanding their joint product offerings in this area.
Nadav Goshen, CEO of UltiMaker, said: "3D printing is more than just a printer; our goal is to provide teachers and students with the tools and resources they need to unleash their creativity and open up learning possibilities. That's why we continue to improve our educational ecosystem—striving to be the most comprehensive and mature 3D printing solution available to educators on the market."
MakerBot SKETCH Large features, image from UltiMaker.
New, Larger MakerBot SKETCH Large
The MakerBot SKETCH Large is not only bigger than before, allowing students to conduct larger-scale experiments, but it can also be shipped in heavy-duty packaging. It can be used as a single unit or in a dual-unit classroom setup. Each Large comes with three spools of easy-to-print MakerBot PLA, theoretically enough to last an entire semester.
Each printer comes with an extra build plate, a spatula, and scissors, as well as the MakerBot Certified Training program, one teacher license, and 15 student licenses. This software primarily helps users maximize the use of the 3D printer, including a comprehensive curriculum plan that teachers can follow, and "interactive design thinking" courses for students.
In terms of hardware, the MakerBot SKETCH Large also features a fully enclosed design, particulate filter, heated flexible build plate, touchscreen, and layer resolution of 100–400 microns. As UltiMaker expects, users can confidently print large projects, ensuring model accuracy and consistency.
In terms of software, the MakerBot Sketch Large primarily works with MakerBot CloudPrint, a print preparation and classroom management application. Users can access the Thingiverse education resource library from MakerBot Education, which currently contains hundreds of lesson plans and projects for all grades and subjects, as well as an active community of educators.
UltiMaker's SKETCH 3D printer series, image from UltiMaker.
Below are the technical specifications for UltiMaker's MakerBot SKETCH and SKETCH Large 3D printers:
| Product Name | MakerBot Sketch Classroom | MakerBot Sketch Large |
| Build Volume | 150 x 150 x 150mm | 220 x 200 x 250mm |
| Layer Resolution | 100–400 microns | 100–400 microns |
| Filament Diameter | 1.75mm | 1.75mm |
| Nozzle Diameter | 0.4mm | 0.4mm |
| Product Dimensions | 433.4 x 423.1 x 365mm | 547 x 535 x 470mm |
| Product Weight | 11.8 kg | 23.2kg |
| Connectivity | USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi | USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi |
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