MakerBot Method X vs Formlabs Fuse 1

Technical Specifications Comparison

• Printing Technology 💡

  The fundamental method used by the 3D printer to create objects

  MakerBot Method X

  • FDM

    The printing technology of MakerBot Method X is FDM. FDM printers use melted plastic filament for layered object creation, offering versatility and affordability.  Click to see all.

  Formlabs Fuse 1

  • SLS

    The printing technology of Formlabs Fuse 1 is SLS. SLS printers use laser-sintered powder for strong, detailed parts without support structures.  Click to see all.

• Build Volume 📏

  Defines the maximum size of objects that can be printed< measured in cubic millimeters or dimensions (length x width x height).

  MakerBot Method X

  • 190 mm³

    The build volume of MakerBot Method X is 190.  Click to see all.

  Formlabs Fuse 1

  • 165 mm³

    The build volume of Formlabs Fuse 1 is 165.  Click to see all.

• Build Volume Type 📈

  Classifies the 3D printer's build volume into categories based on size< ranging from small to extra large.

  MakerBot Method X

  • Medium (150-300Mm³)

    The build volume of MakerBot Method X is classified as Medium (150-300Mm³). 150-300mm³ build volume provides versatility for various printing projects.  Click to see all.

  Formlabs Fuse 1

  • Small

    The build volume of Formlabs Fuse 1 is classified as Small. Small build volume is compact and efficient for printing smaller objects.  Click to see all.

• Print Resolution 🔎

  Represents the minimum layer height a 3D printer can achieve< measured in micrometers (µm).

  MakerBot Method X

  • 20 µm

    The minimum print resolution of MakerBot Method X is 20.  Click to see all.

  Formlabs Fuse 1

  • 100 µm

    The minimum print resolution of Formlabs Fuse 1 is 100.  Click to see all.

• Print Resolution Type 🎨

  Categorizes the 3D printer's print resolution capabilities< ranging from ultra-fine to standard.

  MakerBot Method X

  • Ultra-Fine (10-20Μm)

    The print resolution of MakerBot Method X is classified as Ultra-Fine (10-20Μm). 3D printers capable of extremely fine layer heights between 10-20 microns.  Click to see all.

  Formlabs Fuse 1

  • Standard

    The print resolution of Formlabs Fuse 1 is classified as Standard. 3D printers offering balanced print quality and speed.  Click to see all.

• Printing Materials 🧬

  Lists the types of filaments or materials compatible with the 3D printer.

  Both*

  • Nylon

    3D printers designed to work with nylon filaments for producing strong and flexible parts

  MakerBot Method X

  • PLA

    MakerBot Method X can print with PLA. 3D printers designed to work with PLA, a biodegradable and easy-to-use material for various applications  Click to see all.
  • ABS

    MakerBot Method X can print with ABS. 3D printers optimized for printing with ABS filament.  Click to see all.
  • PETG

    MakerBot Method X can print with PETG. 3D printers suitable for printing with PETG material for strong and food-safe objects  Click to see all.
  • PC

    MakerBot Method X can print with PC. 3D printers suitable for printing with polycarbonate (PC) material for tough and heat-resistant objects  Click to see all.

  Formlabs Fuse 1

  • TPU

    Formlabs Fuse 1 can print with TPU. 3D printers suitable for printing with thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) for flexible and durable objects  Click to see all.