UltiMaker Releases Updates for Method XL

UltiMaker reports significant updates to the Method XL 3D printers in its latest firmware 2.3 release. With a focus on user experience, Method XL now supports three new materials—ASA, Nylon 12 Carbon Fiber and SR-30 support material, in addition to several enhancements designed to streamline workflow and enhance productivity. 

Numerous improvements have also been made to Method XL’s notification system and user interface.

In addition to the latest firmware updates to Method XL, UltiMaker has released the Cura 5.7 beta version. Cura 5.7 beta now includes Universal Cura Projects to share both models and print settings. These printer-agnostic project files allow you to selectively share print settings that are common across nearly all printers.

In Cura 5.7, Method X and Method XL now fully support cloud printing using UltiMaker Digital Factory. Users can now slice a file through Cura and send it directly to the printer over the cloud, or send it to Digital Factory for additional features, including file storage and organization, print job monitoring, print management and more.

“With this release, we have doubled the material offering, enhanced the system performance and improved the user experience of the Method XL. We are committed to continually improving the Method XL product and making it the premier choice for Engineering Applications,” says Michael Mignatti, vice president, Central Development, at UltiMaker.

The addition of these new materials to Method XL, only available through Cura and Method XL new print profiles, enables the printer to support a more industrial applications. Nylon 12 Carbon Fiber is a high-performance, engineering-grade material with high tensile strength, impact resistance and heat deflection properties. In addition, Nylon 12 Carbon Fiber has a high stiffness-to-weight ratio. 

ASA is an all-purpose, weather-resistant alternative to ABS that is widely used for functional prototypes and end use parts in outdoor environments. 

For more information, visit https://ultimaker.com/learn/ultimaker-cura-5-7-beta-release-notes/.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.

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