Makerbot Unveils Smart Extruder+

No more cause for alarm as Makerbot announced the availability of their new Smart Extruder+, a PLA 3D printer head that offers a better and efficient performance over a longer period of time. ” This is the first major upgrade to Makerbot’s extruder since the launch of their Fifth Generation printer.

“The extruder is the most critical part of a 3D printer and it is a part that wears out after a certain period of time and needs to be replaced. We engineered and tested the Smart Extruder+ to enhance its reliability, provide better performance and extend its lifetime. And we stand behind it by doubling our warranty to six months. Because it is swappable, the Smart Extruder+ can also reduce downtime when it’s time to replace it,” said Jonathan Jaglom, CEO of MakerBot.