3D PRINTER COMPARISON FUSION3 F410 VS. MAKERBOT METHOD
Makerbot recently announced its China produced Makerbot Method 3D printer targeted at large companies. As you’ll see in the comparison below, the USA made Fusion3 F410 provides a broader set of features, better performance and the best warranty and support in 3D printing.
| PRODUCT FEATURES | Fusion3 F410 | Makerbot Method |
| Maximum Build Volume | Single Extruder - 14" X 14" X 12.4" | Single Extruder - 7.5" X 7.5" X 7.75 Dual Extruder - 6.0" X 7.5" X 7.75 |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Minimum Layer Height | 20 Microns | 20 Microns |
| Network Connectivity | Ethernet | Ethernet, Wifi |
| Max Melt Temp | 300*C | 300*C |
| Heated Print Bed |  |  |
| Certified Materials | 150, including different types of: PLA, ABS,ASA, Flexible, Nylon, PETG, Nylon, HIPS, Acrylic,Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Polycarbonate | 4, PLA, Tough, PVA, PETG |
| Purchase from variety of manufacturers? | Over 30 to choose from | Must purchase from MakerBot |
| Automatic Bed Leveling? | | |
| Filament Diameter | 1.75mm | 1.75mm |
| Enclosed Filament Storage | | |
| Fully Assembled and Calibrated at Factory | | |
| Full Enclosed Build Volume | | |
| Filament Monitoring and Detection | | |
| Prints Carbon Fiber and Other Reinforced Plastics? | Hardened steel print heads which resist wear | Brass print heads which quickly degrade |
| Print Head Size(s) | .4mm (standard), .6mm, .8mm | .4mm |
SAFETY FEATURES
| Ability to Close Off Hot Surfaces from Outside Environment | | |
| Air Filtration | Optional Carbon & HEPA Filter | |
| Operating Sound Level | 36 dBA (closed) 41 dBA (open) | |
WARRANTY & SUPPORT
| Warranty Duration | 2 Years | 1 Year (extended warranties available atadditonal cost) |
| Print Head Covered Under Warranty? | | Replacement only if does not work to specifications. Does not cover normal wear and tear or accidents. |
| Free Lifetime Tech Support? | | Customer can choose support plan from 1 to 3 years in duration at additional cost |
| Live Tech Support Availability | Monday-Friday, 8am - 8pm EST | Monday-Friday, 9am - 6pm EST |
| Response Time | Within 1 business hour | Within 6 business hours |
| Place of Manufacture | Greensboro, North Carolina, USA | China |
| Price | $4,599Buy Now | $6,499 |