X-axis Gantry Toolchanger Enables Rapid Printing of Heterogeneous Materials

Forivory, a Jelect brand, announced the launching of its first product, the FT400, to be supplied through distributor 3Dcloud. Forivory's XTC (X-axis gantry toolchanger) technology solves the problem of “slow output speed due to large and heavy head” that other multinozzle 3D printer manufacturers on the market are facing.

With FT400, the company adopted toolchanger technology for high-speed printing of heterogeneous materials. With planetary gearing, the extruder has a gear ratio of 5:1 while weighing more than 40% lighter than the existing one. Moreover, unlike the magnetic method, the extruder can be quickly replaced through latches on the left and right sides of the X-axis.

With a large build volume (400 × 400 × 600 mm), FT400 can print most human applications such as helmets and thigh sockets, and meet the requirements of various users.

For stable output in large volumes, bottom-up technology is utilized as XY gantry moves up and down along with a high-performance ball screw. According to the company, this improves the quality of the bottom and top layers without any errors such as bed sagging.

Users will not need to perform manual or semiauto leveling. Full auto leveling is now available by controlling the Z-axis with 4 motors.

The printer is also equipped with an active-heated chamber system to ensure consistent output under various environmental conditions.

Maker Station software enables monitoring. In case of a printing error, a notification will be sent to the user via mobile phone. The device can be controlled externally with the functions being improved continuously through firmware updates.

The device's smart cabinet can accommodate four filaments (1 kg each). The extra filament is automatically provided through the supply device when the stored filament runs out. The UPS function provides backup for power outages, ensuring stable and continuous performance.

Along with the currently available PLA PETG, TPU and PP, the device is capable of printing engineering plastics such as PC, ABS, carbon and nylon.