Modix BIG-60 v3

$3,700.00 $4,200.00

The 3rd Version of the Original Modix Large Format 3D Printer

Modix BIG-60 v3 3D printer is the flagship Modix 3D printer model. Introduced back in 2017 and now in its third version, Modix BIG-60 presents a competitive mixture of large build volume, premium components and affordable price. The improvements made in V3 are shared with all other models. Here are a few unique specifications:

Delivery: self assembly kit
Print volume: 600 X 600 X 660 mm (XYZ).
Machine Size (WxDxH): 906x1060x1,356 mm
Shipping Weight: 120 KG (depending on add-on selection)
Enclosure: Optional
Secondary print head: optional
Z Axis Guides: Smooth rods, Hiwin rails – optional
Additional add-ons available
Price includes 12 months of warranty and lifetime support. Warranty does not include degradable (PEI sheet and nozzles) and consumables.

General Information

Printing Technology – FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication)

Number of print heads – single or dual (optional)

Delivery – Self-assembly kit. Assembly guide includes easy to follow videos and online 3D models that can be rotated and zoomed.

Dimensions

Print Volume:

1200 X 600 X 660 mm (XYZ)

Machine Size:

906 X 1060 X 1356 mm (W x D x H)

* not including filament spools on the left side

Weight:

120 kg

* Including packaging, enclosure, and 2nd print head

Chassis

Solid 40X40 T-slot aluminum profiles
Powder-coated laser cut aluminum brackets and joints
Enclosure made of 3mm black Aluminum Composite Panels (ACP).

Interface

7-inch Duet3d touchscreen – integrated with the controller
WiFi web access for remote control from either mobile or PC
allowing users to upload print files directly from their workstation.
SD card slot and USB.

Motion System

Hiwin MGW12H linear guide rails
Four Z ball screws for Z axis 16mm diameter, 4mm pitch
9 mm width Gates GT2 timing belt, reinforced with fiberglass
Axis Motors: Motech Nema 17 60mm length MT-1705HS200A
| Holding Torque: 114oz.in (8.2kg.cm) | Current / Phase: 2.00A |
Position accuracy: X-10 Micron, Y-10 Micron, Z-0.5 Micron.
Print speed – Normal quality 60 mm/sec, Draft 100 mm/sec
Calculated for 0.4 nozzles. Larger nozzles normally print slower but provide parts much faster due to a reduced number of layers (thicker layer = lower resolution = faster results).

Power

Support both 110V and 230V
For electronics: – Meanwell 24V 280W Power Supply

Protections: Short / Over-load / Over-voltage / Over-heating.
No-load power consumption<0.5W
LED indicator for power on
Aviation grade switches and connectors

Heat Bed AC powered heater 1370 Watt
PID bed heater controller by Autonic

Print Bed

6.35mm thick, Alcoa Mic6 milled cast aluminum plate, made in the USA.
AC powered bed heater 1370 Watt. Requires additional independent 15A AC source.
Dual heating zones. Inner 200X200mm size for small objects and lower power consumption.
Max temperature – 120C
Print surface – PEI film with 3M high temp adhesive sheet.

Auto Bed Leveling

BL touch probe as standard
Probing of bed shape is kept in controller memory and activated before each print.
Probing mesh

Software

Open source Duet RepRap firmware. The leading firmware for 3D printing allowing numerous configurations and easy customization using the macro system.
One can choose from any available slicer and 3D printer controller including Slic3r, Cura, and Simplified3d (recommended).
Specific printer configurations are supplied in the customer zone.

Extruder

E3D Aero extruder for both primary and secondary extruders.
Configuration: Main – direct drive, secondary – direct drive.
Extruder drive gear ratio 3:1 for power and accuracy.
Nema17 40mm for high power extrusion.
Adjustable tension idler.

Hot End

E3D Volcano high flow heat block – standard.
Optional E3D V6 for very small items with high details or SuperVolcano for a very fast high flow and bulky objects (shown at the photo on the right).
The 1.75 mm filament diameter is the default, but the end-customer can change it to 3mm filament.
0.4, 0.6 & 0.8 mm brass Volcano nozzles.
Smaller nozzle diameters are available for the standard V6
Heater cartridge is 24V 40W, max temperature is 285C by default. Can be converted to a higher temperature of up to 500C
by the end-customer by changing the thermistor, if needed.
Part cooling fan – 5015 blower fan

Filament

The printing head(s) supports almost any existing filament including :

PLA, ABS, composites: Carbon fiber, Wood, Copper, Brass, Magnetic…, PHA, PVA, Hips, Nylon, TPE & TPU (flexible) Co-Polyester, PETG…

Open Filament – Any filament from any vendor can be used.

Filament Run-Out Sensor – The filament run-out detection sensor will pause the print job when the filament has been used up.