Specifications
Build Volume: 305 × 305 × 320 mm (12 × 12 × 12.6 in)
Extrusion: Dual extrusion with swappable print cores (ABS, ABS-R, ABS-CF, soluble supports)
Layer Resolution: 20–400 microns
Nozzle Options: 0.4 mm (swappable)
Filament Diameter: 1.75 mm (direct-drive extruder system)
Interface: 5" Full-Color Touchscreen
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB, UltiMaker Digital Factory
Enclosure: Fully enclosed heated chamber + heated build plate
Build Plate Options: Flexible build plate with heated bed
Power Source: 110–240 VAC
Use Case: Large ABS part production, engineering-grade prototypes, carbon fiber reinforced parts
Environment: Engineering labs, R&D, manufacturing, industrial prototyping
📘 Description
The UltiMaker Method XL is engineered for industrial-scale ABS printing with the precision and ease of a desktop platform. Featuring a fully enclosed, heated build chamber and a heated flexible build plate, it enables large, durable parts with minimal warping — something standard desktop printers can’t achieve.
Designed for engineering materials like ABS, ABS-R, and ABS-CF, the Method XL combines dual extrusion with soluble supports, so even complex geometries and carbon-fiber reinforced parts can be printed reliably. With over 100 liters of build volume capacity, it’s UltiMaker’s largest professional desktop system.
The Method XL integrates seamlessly into professional workflows with UltiMaker Cura, Digital Factory, and CAD plugins, while the flexible build plate and heated chamber ensure both dimensional accuracy and material strength.
⚙️ Key Features
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Large Build Volume: 305 × 305 × 320 mm for big ABS prototypes and tooling
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Dual Extrusion System: Optimized for ABS, carbon fiber ABS-CF, and soluble supports
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Heated Chamber: Maintains consistent 100°C chamber environment for strong, warp-free parts
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Flexible Heated Build Plate: Easy part removal, high adhesion during prints
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Industrial-Grade Accuracy: Dimensional accuracy of ±0.2 mm (on parts < 100 mm)
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Connectivity & Monitoring: Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB, cloud-based workflows, and onboard camera
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CAD Integration: Works with SolidWorks, Autodesk, Siemens NX via Cura plug-ins
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Open Materials: Supports UltiMaker-branded ABS, ABS-R, ABS-CF, plus select 3rd party filaments
🪟 Heated Chamber & Build Plate Benefits
| Feature |
Heated Chamber |
Heated Flexible Build Plate |
| Function |
Maintains chamber up to 100°C |
Provides adhesion during printing & easy removal |
| Benefit |
Prevents warping & layer splitting in ABS |
Reduces part damage, minimizes warping |
| Best Use Case |
Large ABS and carbon fiber reinforced parts |
Quick turnaround, frequent print cycles |
🔍 Model Comparison
| Model |
Build Volume |
Key Difference |
Best For |
| UltiMaker S5/S6 |
230 × 190 × 200 mm |
General multi-material dual extrusion |
Prototyping & composites |
| UltiMaker S7 |
330 × 240 × 300 mm |
Flexible plate + advanced air handling |
Advanced materials & composites |
| Method XL |
305 × 305 × 320 mm |
Heated chamber, large-scale ABS capacity |
Industrial ABS, ABS-CF, large parts |
🧰 Ideal Applications
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Industrial ABS prototyping (large, warp-free parts)
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Carbon fiber reinforced part production (ABS-CF)
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Engineering-grade jigs, fixtures, and tooling
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Complex assemblies requiring soluble supports
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Low-volume manufacturing for durable plastic components
📘 Support & Resources
