Print bigger and bolder with education resources every step of the way.

The top 3D printing solution for education, the Makerbot Sketch platform has set the standard in thousands of classrooms across North America. The Sketch and Sketch Large 3D printers make it easy for educators to test ideas, grow student engagement, revive aging curricula, and boost design thinking on a platform that grows with you.

Resources every step of the way

3D printing in the classroom isn't just about the 3D printer - it's about the curriculum, the projects, and knowledge that surrounds it. That's why we're including printer training, design thinking curriculum and easy access to lesson plans and projects, plus enough filament to print all your students' projects.

• Explore 3D printing on a bigger stage: Sketch Large makes it easy for students to create oversized parts whenever needed
• ISTE-approved 3D printer training: Included with each Sketch, this expert training gives anyone more confidence in setup and printing
• Enclosed chamber with particulate filter: Place Sketch Large anywhere in the classroom without worrying about curious hands or air quality
• Heated and flexible build plate: Increases print success and makes removing finished parts a breeze
• Touchscreen controls and 1080p camera: 3D print with an intuitive interface and monitor prints from anywhere with an onboard camera

The MakerBot platform | Ideal for every skill level

MakerBot Sketch is a solution that works for your classroom - whether you're printing for the first time, switching to a bigger printer, or scaling your 3D printer program.

CloudPrint software

Turn your students' digital models into physical 3D prints with MakerBot CloudPrint. This easy, cloudbased software requires no installation or student account creation.

Nurture design thinking

Self-paced, interactive training curriculum will prepare you and your students for 3D printing and career-building skills that go beyond the classroom.

Endlessly scalable

Begin with a platform that can serve the 3D printing needs of teachers in a single classroom or scale it across a whole school district..

A METHOD LABS MATERIAL FROM JABIL

PETg 0800 ESD filaments are easy processing and electrostatic dissipative (ESD) with a good balance of properties in XY and XYZ directions. This filament provides excellent toughness and durability.

A METHOD LABS MATERIAL FROM POLYMAKER

PolyMax™ PC is an engineered PC filament combining excellent strength, toughness, heat resistance and printing quality. It is the ideal choice for a wide range of engineering applications.

A METHOD LABS MATERIAL FROM MITSUBISHI

DURABIO™ is a bio-based, BPA-free engineering 3D printing material developed by Mitsubishi Chemical. With high transparency similar to PMMA but better impact behavior and improved heat resistance.

Compatible with MakerBot Sketch Large, this pack includes two build plates for MakerBot Sketch Large 3D Printers. 

ABS WITH SUPERIOR PRINTING RELIABILITY, PERFORMANCE, AND EASE OF USE.

ABS-R is a new ABS formulation that provides superior printing reliability and performance with a 98% jam reduction for consistent, repeatable ABS prototypes, tools, and parts.

Works with RapidRinse™ Fast Dissolving Support

FAST DISSOLVING SUPPORT MATERIAL

Print dimensionally accurate ABS parts with the ease of PLA. Print your parts with confidence in ABS-R and RapidRinse™, drop your part into tap water, and watch the supports dissolve to nothing in just minutes. Only on METHOD X.

SPOOL TYPE

Smart Spool™ provides valuable information including material type, color, and amount remaining via an RFID chip directly to MakerBot Print, while a desiccant in the spool maintains a low moisture level inside the drawer bay.

HIGH SPEED SUPPORT PRINTING

MakerBot METHOD Extruders are built for high-speed printing without compromising part accuracy. The Support 2A Extruder is optimized for printing with soluble support material such as MakerBot PVA.

This is version 1.5 which includes a removable cap and set screw - allowing you to manually replace the nozzle and PTFE tube assembly to more easily and affordably extend your extruder's life.

FEATURES

• Smart sensors for material management and print protection
• Greater torque with a 19:1 dural-drive gear ratio
• Lengthened thermal core with less than 60-second heat up time
• Quick-release locking extruder mount for high stability printing and easy swapping
• Replaceable Nozzle and PTFE tube assembly
• 1-year expected lifetime based on typical usage

This kit includes a Nozzle assembly and two PTFE tubes for use with the 1A, 2A, 1XA, 2XA Extruders for METHOD Series 3D printers. These components require version 1.5 METHOD Extruders which includes a removable cap and set screw - allowing you to manually replace the nozzle and PTFE tube assembly to more easily and affordably extend your extruder's life.

HIGH PRECISION INDUSTRIAL MATERIAL PRINTING

MakerBot METHOD Extruders are built for high-speed printing without compromising part accuracy. The Model 1XA Extruder is optimized for printing with model materials such as ABS-R, ABS, PC-ABS, and ASA.

This is version 1.5 which includes a removable cap and set screw - allowing you to manually replace the nozzle and PTFE tube assembly to more easily and affordably extend your extruder's life.

FEATURES

• Smart sensors for material management and print protection
• Greater torque with a 19:1 dural-drive gear ratio
• Lengthened thermal core with less than 60-second heat up time
• Quick-release locking extruder mount for high stability printing and easy swapability
• 1-year expected lifetime based on typical usage