MakerBot Method X - PCMag UK " /> Skip to main content PCMag UK Reviews Printers & Scanners Printers By Tony Hoffman 2 Aug 2019, 8:27 p.m. The MakerBot Method X, a professional desktop 3D printer, can print high-quality parts from durable ABS filament, though you'll pay a lot for its virtues. We review products independently, but we may earn affiliate commissions from buying links on this page. Terms of use. MakerBot has announced the Method X ($6,499), which builds on the original MakerBot Method and continues the company's push to bring industrial-grade 3D-printing technologies to the desktop for professional use. With a build chamber that can be heated to 100 degrees C, the Method X allows for the effective use of a wider range of filaments than most 3D printers, including true ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) and Stratasys SR-30 soluble supports. According to MakerBot, this will produce exceptional dimensional accuracy and precision for complex, durable parts, and the sample parts I observed at my briefing with MakerBot indeed looked very well-formed and free of visible flaws. Getting the Most from ABS Filament I attended a product briefing at MakerBot's Brooklyn headquarters, and was shown more than half a dozen parts printed on the Method X. First, a bit of background: Though it is one of the most commonly used 3D-printing filaments, ABS plastic isn't the easiest to work with. If the printer's build chamber is unheated or poorly heated, objects printed with ABS will often warp or crack. (I have experienced this in the course of reviewing more than a few consumer-grade 3D printers.) Desktop 3D-printer manufacturers attempt to get around such part deformation—which occurs due to the high shrinkage rate of the material—by using a heated build plate, in combination with altered ABS formulations that are easier to print but can compromise thermal and mechanical properties. In MakerBot's case, its Precision ABS filament has a heat-deflection temperature (the temperature at which a plastic object loses its rigidity under a specified load) of 15 degrees C higher than competitors' modified ABS. According to MakerBot, the 100 degree C circulating heated chamber significantly reduces part deformation while increasing the durability of parts and their surface finish. MakerBot says that its ABS for Method filament has excellent thermal and mechanical properties, similar to ABS materials used for injection-molding applications. The material is designed for a wide range of applications, including producing end-use parts, manufacturing tools, and creating functional prototypes. The heated chamber provides a stable print environment to enhance bonding between successive layers, resulting in high-strength parts with a superior surface finish. With the MakerBot Method X, engineers can design, test, and produce models and custom end-use parts with durable, production-grade ABS for their manufacturing needs. Based on the (admittedly controlled) samples I saw, the print quality was impressive, with smoothly applied layers. The small gaps and misalignments typically seen in desktop 3D prints were nowhere to be seen. The Method X also appeared to do well at printing interlocking parts in which precise alignment is necessary, such as the Raspberry Pi outer case shown below. A couple of the test objects I saw still had their printer-support material still in place. (This material is normally dissolved by placing the print in water during the finishing process.) The Method X is the only 3D printer in its price class that uses Stratasys SR-30 support material, designed by MakerBot's parent company, which allows users to print unrestricted geometries such as large overhangs, cavities, and shelled parts. (The supports are printed in the Stratasys material, which is then dissolved after the print is complete.) The Method X can also be used with other filaments in MakerBot's lines of precision and specialty materials, including MakerBot PLA, MakerBot TOUGH, MakerBot PETG, and MakerBot PVA. (See our guide to 3D-printer filaments for much more on ABS and other filament types.) The Method X has dual extruders, letting it print an object using two materials (such as ABS and SR-30).The thermal core in the extruders is up to 50 percent longer than a standard hot end to enable faster extrusion, resulting in, according to MakerBot, up to two-times-faster print speeds than a typical desktop 3D printer. While at MakerBot's headquarters, I briefly got to see a Method X in action as it finished a job, and it did seem quite fast for a desktop 3D printer. In appearance and specifications, though, the Method X largely matches the original Method. That includes the build area, 7.75 by 7.5 by 7.5 inches (HWD), which is modest for a printer of its price and capabilities. In comparison, the Ultimaker S5, our Editors' Choice professional 3D printer, has a significantly larger build area of 13 by 11.8 by 9.5 inches. Improved Workflow The Method X has 21 onboard sensors (for temperature sensing, humidity control, and material detection, for example) that help users monitor, enhance, and print their projects. (Each MakerBot filament spool contains an RFID chip, and by reading the tag, the printer can identify the filament type and color.) The Method platform provides a seamless CAD-to-part workflow, with Solidworks, Autodesk Fusion 360, and Autodesk Inventor plug-ins, as well as support for over 30 types of CAD files. The company says that the aforementioned technologies—combined with MakerBot ABS for Method—are designed to help engineers achieve dimensionally accurate, production-grade parts at a significantly lower cost than traditional manufacturing processes. Engineers can print repeatable and consistent parts, such as jigs and fixtures, with a measurable dimensional accuracy of ±0.2mm (±0.008 inch). MakerBot expects to starting shipping the Method X at the end of August. Concurrent with the Method X's launch, the price of the original MakerBot Method has been reduced to $4,999. (Below is a MakerBot "family portrait" of current printers, showing, left to right, the Replicator+, the Method, the Method X, and the Z18.) Based on the company's description, as well as my brief look at the Method X, this new model looks to be a step up from the original Method and an impressive machine. It could be a worthy investment for professionals for whom quality and precision in printed parts is paramount, although you do pay a pretty penny for it. We look forward to putting the Method X through its paces in an upcoming formal review. (For general information on 3D printing, see our primer 3D Printing: What You Need to Know.) MakerBot Method X Bottom Line: The MakerBot Method X, a professional desktop 3D printer, can print high-quality parts from durable ABS filament, though you'll pay a lot for its virtues. More Inside PCMag.com About the Author Tony Hoffman Senior Analyst, Printers, Projectors, and Scanners As Analyst for printers, scanners, and projectors, Tony Hoffman tests and reviews these products and provides news coverage for these categories. Tony has worked at PC Magazine since 2004, first as a Staff Editor, then as Reviews Editor, and more recently as Managing Editor for the printers, scanners, and projectors team. In addition to editing, Tony has written articles on digital photography and reviews of digital cameras, PCs, and iPhone apps Prior to joining the PCMag team, Tony worked for 17 years in magazine and journal production at Springer-Verlag New York. As a freelance writer, he’s written articles for Grolier’s Encylopedia, Health, Equities, and other publications. He won ... See Full Bio Please enable JavaScript to view the comments. Ad \nGetting the Most from ABS Filament\nI attended a product briefing at MakerBot's Brooklyn headquarters, and was shown more than half a dozen parts printed on the Method X. First, a bit of background: Though it is one of the most commonly used 3D-printing filaments, ABS plastic isn't the easiest to work with. If the printer's build chamber is unheated or poorly heated, objects printed with ABS will often warp or crack. (I have experienced this in the course of reviewing more than a few consumer-grade 3D printers.) Desktop 3D-printer manufacturers attempt to get around such part deformation\u2014which occurs due to the high shrinkage rate of the material\u2014by using a heated build plate, in combination with altered ABS formulations that are easier to print but can compromise thermal and mechanical properties.\nIn MakerBot's case, its Precision ABS filament has a heat-deflection temperature (the temperature at which a plastic object loses its rigidity under a specified load) of 15 degrees C higher than competitors' modified ABS. According to MakerBot, the 100 degree C circulating heated chamber significantly reduces part deformation while increasing the durability of parts and their surface finish.\n \nMakerBot says that its ABS for Method filament has excellent thermal and mechanical properties, similar to ABS materials used for injection-molding applications. The material is designed for a wide range of applications, including producing end-use parts, manufacturing tools, and creating functional prototypes. The heated chamber provides a stable print environment to enhance bonding between successive layers, resulting in high-strength parts with a superior surface finish. With the MakerBot Method X, engineers can design, test, and produce models and custom end-use parts with durable, production-grade ABS for their manufacturing needs.\nBased on the (admittedly controlled) samples I saw, the print quality was impressive, with smoothly applied layers. The small gaps and misalignments typically seen in desktop 3D prints were nowhere to be seen. The Method X also appeared to do well at printing interlocking parts in which precise alignment is necessary, such as the Raspberry Pi outer case shown below.\n \nA couple of the test objects I saw still had their printer-support material still in place. (This material is normally dissolved by placing the print in water during the finishing process.) The Method X is the only 3D printer in its price class that uses Stratasys SR-30 support material, designed by MakerBot's parent company, which allows users to print unrestricted geometries such as large overhangs, cavities, and shelled parts. (The supports are printed in the Stratasys material, which is then dissolved after the print is complete.) The Method X can also be used with other filaments in MakerBot's lines of precision and specialty materials, including MakerBot PLA, MakerBot TOUGH, MakerBot PETG, and MakerBot PVA. (See our guide to 3D-printer filaments for much more on ABS and other filament types.)\nThe Method X has dual extruders, letting it print an object using two materials (such as ABS and SR-30).The thermal core in the extruders is up to 50 percent longer than a standard hot end to enable faster extrusion, resulting in, according to MakerBot, up to two-times-faster print speeds than a typical desktop 3D printer. While at MakerBot's headquarters, I briefly got to see a Method X in action as it finished a job, and it did seem quite fast for a desktop 3D printer.\n \nIn appearance and specifications, though, the Method X largely matches the original Method. That includes the build area, 7.75 by 7.5 by 7.5 inches (HWD), which is modest for a printer of its price and capabilities. In comparison, the Ultimaker S5, our Editors' Choice professional 3D printer, has a significantly larger build area of 13 by 11.8 by 9.5 inches.\n \n\n\nImproved Workflow\nThe Method X has 21 onboard sensors (for temperature sensing, humidity control, and material detection, for example) that help users monitor, enhance, and print their projects. (Each MakerBot filament spool contains an RFID chip, and by reading the tag, the printer can identify the filament type and color.) The Method platform provides a seamless CAD-to-part workflow, with Solidworks, Autodesk Fusion 360, and Autodesk Inventor plug-ins, as well as support for over 30 types of CAD files.\nThe company says that the aforementioned technologies\u2014combined with MakerBot ABS for Method\u2014are designed to help engineers achieve dimensionally accurate, production-grade parts at a significantly lower cost than traditional manufacturing processes. Engineers can print repeatable and consistent parts, such as jigs and fixtures, with a measurable dimensional accuracy of \u00b10.2mm (\u00b10.008 inch).\nMakerBot expects to starting shipping the Method X at the end of August. Concurrent with the Method X's launch, the price of the original MakerBot Method has been reduced to $4,999. (Below is a MakerBot \"family portrait\" of current printers, showing, left to right, the Replicator+, the Method, the Method X, and the Z18.)\n \nBased on the company's description, as well as my brief look at the Method X, this new model looks to be a step up from the original Method and an impressive machine. It could be a worthy investment for professionals for whom quality and precision in printed parts is paramount, although you do pay a pretty penny for it. We look forward to putting the Method X through its paces in an upcoming formal review.\n(For general information on 3D printing, see our primer 3D Printing: What You Need to Know.)\n\n\nMakerBot Method X\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nBottom Line: The MakerBot Method X, a professional desktop 3D printer, can print high-quality parts from durable ABS filament, though you'll pay a lot for its virtues.\n\n\n\n", "image": [{"url": "https://sm.pcmag.com/pcmag_uk/preview/m/makerbot-m/makerbot-method-x_p6bv.jpg", "width": 1920, "caption": "MakerBot Method X", "@type": "ImageObject", "height": 1080}], "datePublished": "2019-08-02 19:27:00+00:00", "publisher": {"url": "https://uk.pcmag.com", "logo": {"url": "('https://uk.pcmag.com/s/',)pcmag/pcmag_logo_micro.png", "width": 245, "@type": "ImageObject", "height": 60}, "@type": "Organization", "name": "PCMag UK"}, "about": {"description": "Reviews, specifications outline, price comparisons & editor's ratings to help you pick out the best printer for your home or business needs, from PCMag.com.", "@type": "Thing", "image": {"url": "https://sm.pcmag.com/category/p/printer-reviews/printer-reviews_mtck.jpg", "width": 1920, "caption": "Printer Reviews", "@type": "ImageObject", "height": 1080}, "name": "Printers"}, "author": {"jobTitle": "Senior Analyst, Printers, Projectors, and Scanners", "description": "As Analyst for printers, scanners, and projectors, Tony Hoffman tests and reviews these products and provides news coverage for these categories. Tony has worked at PC Magazine since 2004, first as a Staff Editor, then as Reviews Editor, and more recently as Managing Editor for the printers, scanners, and projectors team.\n\tIn addition to editing, Tony has written articles on digital photography and reviews of digital cameras, PCs, and iPhone apps \n\tPrior to joining the PCMag team, Tony worked for 17 years in magazine and journal production at Springer-Verlag New York. As a freelance writer, he\u2019s written articles for Grolier\u2019s Encylopedia, Health, Equities, and other publications. He won an award from the American Astronomical Society for an article he co-wrote for Sky & Telescope.\n\tHe serves on the Board of Directors of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York and is a regular columnist for the club\u2019s newsletter, Eyepiece. He is an active observer and astrophotographer, and a participant in online astronomy projects such as hunting for comets in images from the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO).\n\tTony\u2019s work as an amateur photographer has appeared on various Web sites. He specializes in landscapes (natural and manmade).", "@type": "Person", "image": "https://assets.pcmag.com/media/images/289006-tony-hoffman.jpg?thumb=y&width=85&height=85", "name": "Tony Hoffman"}, "headline": "MakerBot Method X", "@type": "NewsArticle", "mainEntityOfPage": {"@id": "https://uk.pcmag.com/printers/121948/makerbot-method-x", "@type": "WebPage"}, "@context": "https://schema.org", "dateModified": "2019-08-02 18:50:06+00:00"} MakerBot Method X - PCMag UK " /> Skip to main content PCMag UK Reviews Printers & Scanners Printers By Tony Hoffman 2 Aug 2019, 8:27 p.m. The MakerBot Method X, a professional desktop 3D printer, can print high-quality parts from durable ABS filament, though you'll pay a lot for its virtues. We review products independently, but we may earn affiliate commissions from buying links on this page. Terms of use. MakerBot has announced the Method X ($6,499), which builds on the original MakerBot Method and continues the company's push to bring industrial-grade 3D-printing technologies to the desktop for professional use. With a build chamber that can be heated to 100 degrees C, the Method X allows for the effective use of a wider range of filaments than most 3D printers, including true ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) and Stratasys SR-30 soluble supports. According to MakerBot, this will produce exceptional dimensional accuracy and precision for complex, durable parts, and the sample parts I observed at my briefing with MakerBot indeed looked very well-formed and free of visible flaws. Getting the Most from ABS Filament I attended a product briefing at MakerBot's Brooklyn headquarters, and was shown more than half a dozen parts printed on the Method X. First, a bit of background: Though it is one of the most commonly used 3D-printing filaments, ABS plastic isn't the easiest to work with. If the printer's build chamber is unheated or poorly heated, objects printed with ABS will often warp or crack. (I have experienced this in the course of reviewing more than a few consumer-grade 3D printers.) Desktop 3D-printer manufacturers attempt to get around such part deformation—which occurs due to the high shrinkage rate of the material—by using a heated build plate, in combination with altered ABS formulations that are easier to print but can compromise thermal and mechanical properties. In MakerBot's case, its Precision ABS filament has a heat-deflection temperature (the temperature at which a plastic object loses its rigidity under a specified load) of 15 degrees C higher than competitors' modified ABS. According to MakerBot, the 100 degree C circulating heated chamber significantly reduces part deformation while increasing the durability of parts and their surface finish. MakerBot says that its ABS for Method filament has excellent thermal and mechanical properties, similar to ABS materials used for injection-molding applications. The material is designed for a wide range of applications, including producing end-use parts, manufacturing tools, and creating functional prototypes. The heated chamber provides a stable print environment to enhance bonding between successive layers, resulting in high-strength parts with a superior surface finish. With the MakerBot Method X, engineers can design, test, and produce models and custom end-use parts with durable, production-grade ABS for their manufacturing needs. Based on the (admittedly controlled) samples I saw, the print quality was impressive, with smoothly applied layers. The small gaps and misalignments typically seen in desktop 3D prints were nowhere to be seen. The Method X also appeared to do well at printing interlocking parts in which precise alignment is necessary, such as the Raspberry Pi outer case shown below. A couple of the test objects I saw still had their printer-support material still in place. (This material is normally dissolved by placing the print in water during the finishing process.) The Method X is the only 3D printer in its price class that uses Stratasys SR-30 support material, designed by MakerBot's parent company, which allows users to print unrestricted geometries such as large overhangs, cavities, and shelled parts. (The supports are printed in the Stratasys material, which is then dissolved after the print is complete.) The Method X can also be used with other filaments in MakerBot's lines of precision and specialty materials, including MakerBot PLA, MakerBot TOUGH, MakerBot PETG, and MakerBot PVA. (See our guide to 3D-printer filaments for much more on ABS and other filament types.) The Method X has dual extruders, letting it print an object using two materials (such as ABS and SR-30).The thermal core in the extruders is up to 50 percent longer than a standard hot end to enable faster extrusion, resulting in, according to MakerBot, up to two-times-faster print speeds than a typical desktop 3D printer. While at MakerBot's headquarters, I briefly got to see a Method X in action as it finished a job, and it did seem quite fast for a desktop 3D printer. In appearance and specifications, though, the Method X largely matches the original Method. That includes the build area, 7.75 by 7.5 by 7.5 inches (HWD), which is modest for a printer of its price and capabilities. In comparison, the Ultimaker S5, our Editors' Choice professional 3D printer, has a significantly larger build area of 13 by 11.8 by 9.5 inches. Improved Workflow The Method X has 21 onboard sensors (for temperature sensing, humidity control, and material detection, for example) that help users monitor, enhance, and print their projects. (Each MakerBot filament spool contains an RFID chip, and by reading the tag, the printer can identify the filament type and color.) The Method platform provides a seamless CAD-to-part workflow, with Solidworks, Autodesk Fusion 360, and Autodesk Inventor plug-ins, as well as support for over 30 types of CAD files. The company says that the aforementioned technologies—combined with MakerBot ABS for Method—are designed to help engineers achieve dimensionally accurate, production-grade parts at a significantly lower cost than traditional manufacturing processes. Engineers can print repeatable and consistent parts, such as jigs and fixtures, with a measurable dimensional accuracy of ±0.2mm (±0.008 inch). MakerBot expects to starting shipping the Method X at the end of August. Concurrent with the Method X's launch, the price of the original MakerBot Method has been reduced to $4,999. (Below is a MakerBot "family portrait" of current printers, showing, left to right, the Replicator+, the Method, the Method X, and the Z18.) Based on the company's description, as well as my brief look at the Method X, this new model looks to be a step up from the original Method and an impressive machine. It could be a worthy investment for professionals for whom quality and precision in printed parts is paramount, although you do pay a pretty penny for it. We look forward to putting the Method X through its paces in an upcoming formal review. (For general information on 3D printing, see our primer 3D Printing: What You Need to Know.) MakerBot Method X Bottom Line: The MakerBot Method X, a professional desktop 3D printer, can print high-quality parts from durable ABS filament, though you'll pay a lot for its virtues. More Inside PCMag.com About the Author Tony Hoffman Senior Analyst, Printers, Projectors, and Scanners As Analyst for printers, scanners, and projectors, Tony Hoffman tests and reviews these products and provides news coverage for these categories. Tony has worked at PC Magazine since 2004, first as a Staff Editor, then as Reviews Editor, and more recently as Managing Editor for the printers, scanners, and projectors team. In addition to editing, Tony has written articles on digital photography and reviews of digital cameras, PCs, and iPhone apps Prior to joining the PCMag team, Tony worked for 17 years in magazine and journal production at Springer-Verlag New York. As a freelance writer, he’s written articles for Grolier’s Encylopedia, Health, Equities, and other publications. He won ... See Full Bio Please enable JavaScript to view the comments. Ad \nGetting the Most from ABS Filament\nI attended a product briefing at MakerBot's Brooklyn headquarters, and was shown more than half a dozen parts printed on the Method X. First, a bit of background: Though it is one of the most commonly used 3D-printing filaments, ABS plastic isn't the easiest to work with. If the printer's build chamber is unheated or poorly heated, objects printed with ABS will often warp or crack. (I have experienced this in the course of reviewing more than a few consumer-grade 3D printers.) Desktop 3D-printer manufacturers attempt to get around such part deformation\u2014which occurs due to the high shrinkage rate of the material\u2014by using a heated build plate, in combination with altered ABS formulations that are easier to print but can compromise thermal and mechanical properties.\nIn MakerBot's case, its Precision ABS filament has a heat-deflection temperature (the temperature at which a plastic object loses its rigidity under a specified load) of 15 degrees C higher than competitors' modified ABS. According to MakerBot, the 100 degree C circulating heated chamber significantly reduces part deformation while increasing the durability of parts and their surface finish.\n\nMakerBot says that its ABS for Method filament has excellent thermal and mechanical properties, similar to ABS materials used for injection-molding applications. The material is designed for a wide range of applications, including producing end-use parts, manufacturing tools, and creating functional prototypes. The heated chamber provides a stable print environment to enhance bonding between successive layers, resulting in high-strength parts with a superior surface finish. With the MakerBot Method X, engineers can design, test, and produce models and custom end-use parts with durable, production-grade ABS for their manufacturing needs.\nBased on the (admittedly controlled) samples I saw, the print quality was impressive, with smoothly applied layers. The small gaps and misalignments typically seen in desktop 3D prints were nowhere to be seen. The Method X also appeared to do well at printing interlocking parts in which precise alignment is necessary, such as the Raspberry Pi outer case shown below.\n\nA couple of the test objects I saw still had their printer-support material still in place. (This material is normally dissolved by placing the print in water during the finishing process.) The Method X is the only 3D printer in its price class that uses Stratasys SR-30 support material, designed by MakerBot's parent company, which allows users to print unrestricted geometries such as large overhangs, cavities, and shelled parts. (The supports are printed in the Stratasys material, which is then dissolved after the print is complete.) The Method X can also be used with other filaments in MakerBot's lines of precision and specialty materials, including MakerBot PLA, MakerBot TOUGH, MakerBot PETG, and MakerBot PVA. (See our guide to 3D-printer filaments for much more on ABS and other filament types.)\nThe Method X has dual extruders, letting it print an object using two materials (such as ABS and SR-30).The thermal core in the extruders is up to 50 percent longer than a standard hot end to enable faster extrusion, resulting in, according to MakerBot, up to two-times-faster print speeds than a typical desktop 3D printer. While at MakerBot's headquarters, I briefly got to see a Method X in action as it finished a job, and it did seem quite fast for a desktop 3D printer.\n\nIn appearance and specifications, though, the Method X largely matches the original Method. That includes the build area, 7.75 by 7.5 by 7.5 inches (HWD), which is modest for a printer of its price and capabilities. In comparison, the Ultimaker S5, our Editors' Choice professional 3D printer, has a significantly larger build area of 13 by 11.8 by 9.5 inches.\n\n\n\nImproved Workflow\nThe Method X has 21 onboard sensors (for temperature sensing, humidity control, and material detection, for example) that help users monitor, enhance, and print their projects. (Each MakerBot filament spool contains an RFID chip, and by reading the tag, the printer can identify the filament type and color.) The Method platform provides a seamless CAD-to-part workflow, with Solidworks, Autodesk Fusion 360, and Autodesk Inventor plug-ins, as well as support for over 30 types of CAD files.\nThe company says that the aforementioned technologies\u2014combined with MakerBot ABS for Method\u2014are designed to help engineers achieve dimensionally accurate, production-grade parts at a significantly lower cost than traditional manufacturing processes. Engineers can print repeatable and consistent parts, such as jigs and fixtures, with a measurable dimensional accuracy of \u00b10.2mm (\u00b10.008 inch).\nMakerBot expects to starting shipping the Method X at the end of August. Concurrent with the Method X's launch, the price of the original MakerBot Method has been reduced to $4,999. (Below is a MakerBot \"family portrait\" of current printers, showing, left to right, the Replicator+, the Method, the Method X, and the Z18.)\n\nBased on the company's description, as well as my brief look at the Method X, this new model looks to be a step up from the original Method and an impressive machine. It could be a worthy investment for professionals for whom quality and precision in printed parts is paramount, although you do pay a pretty penny for it. We look forward to putting the Method X through its paces in an upcoming formal review.\n(For general information on 3D printing, see our primer 3D Printing: What You Need to Know.)\n\n\nMakerBot Method X\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBottom Line: The MakerBot Method X, a professional desktop 3D printer, can print high-quality parts from durable ABS filament, though you'll pay a lot for its virtues.\n\n\n\n", "image": [{"url": "https://sm.pcmag.com/pcmag_uk/preview/m/makerbot-m/makerbot-method-x_p6bv.jpg", "width": 1920, "caption": "MakerBot Method X", "@type": "ImageObject", "height": 1080}], "datePublished": "2019-08-02 19:27:00+00:00", "publisher": {"url": "https://uk.pcmag.com", "logo": {"url": "('https://uk.pcmag.com/s/',)pcmag/pcmag_logo_micro.png", "width": 245, "@type": "ImageObject", "height": 60}, "@type": "Organization", "name": "PCMag UK"}, "about": {"description": "Reviews, specifications outline, price comparisons & editor's ratings to help you pick out the best printer for your home or business needs, from PCMag.com.", "@type": "Thing", "image": {"url": "https://sm.pcmag.com/category/p/printer-reviews/printer-reviews_mtck.jpg", "width": 1920, "caption": "Printer Reviews", "@type": "ImageObject", "height": 1080}, "name": "Printers"}, "author": {"jobTitle": "Senior Analyst, Printers, Projectors, and Scanners", "description": "As Analyst for printers, scanners, and projectors, Tony Hoffman tests and reviews these products and provides news coverage for these categories. Tony has worked at PC Magazine since 2004, first as a Staff Editor, then as Reviews Editor, and more recently as Managing Editor for the printers, scanners, and projectors team.\n\tIn addition to editing, Tony has written articles on digital photography and reviews of digital cameras, PCs, and iPhone apps \n\tPrior to joining the PCMag team, Tony worked for 17 years in magazine and journal production at Springer-Verlag New York. As a freelance writer, he\u2019s written articles for Grolier\u2019s Encylopedia, Health, Equities, and other publications. He won an award from the American Astronomical Society for an article he co-wrote for Sky & Telescope.\n\tHe serves on the Board of Directors of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York and is a regular columnist for the club\u2019s newsletter, Eyepiece. He is an active observer and astrophotographer, and a participant in online astronomy projects such as hunting for comets in images from the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO).\n\tTony\u2019s work as an amateur photographer has appeared on various Web sites. He specializes in landscapes (natural and manmade).", "@type": "Person", "image": "https://assets.pcmag.com/media/images/289006-tony-hoffman.jpg?thumb=y&width=85&height=85", "name": "Tony Hoffman"}, "headline": "MakerBot Method X", "@type": "NewsArticle", "mainEntityOfPage": {"@id": "https://uk.pcmag.com/printers/121948/makerbot-method-x", "@type": "WebPage"}, "@context": "https://schema.org", "dateModified": "2019-08-02 18:50:06+00:00"}

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