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New MakerBot 3D Printing Classroom Package

In case you missed it, last week MakerBot debuted its new 3D printing classroom package: SKETCH Classroom. This package enables real world problem solving through design thinking and 3D printing in a setup that integrates easily into the classroom. It includes:

  • two (2) MakerBot SKETCH 3D printers
  • twelve (12) licenses for the MakerBot Certification program (which is ISTE-certified!)
    • 2 for teachers; 10 for students; covers 3D printer operations and its creative capabilities
  • six (6) PLA spools
  • four (4) build plates
  • two (2) Spatulas, and
  • two (2) snip tools

New 3D Classroom Package Packs a Punch

The SKETCH Classroom is designed to enable both teachers and students to problem-solve using 3D printing.  Classroom management is made seamless with MakerBot Cloud because it allows you to manage students’ projects and your classroom print queue from any browser. MakerBot Cloud is integrated with TinkerCad, Autodesk Fusion 360, and Onshape.

You can also take advantage of the more than 600 lesson plans — across various grade levels and subjects– currently available through Thingiverse Education.

MakerBot SKETCH 3D Printer Specs

The SKETCH 3D printer features a 150mm x 150mm x 150mm build volume as well as a built-in particulate filter, enclosed chamber, and touch screen controls. It is UL-Certified and is safe to use in the classroom.

Here’s a summary of the specs:

Print Technology FDM
Product Weight 11.8 kg [26 lb]
Printer Dimensions 433.4mm (H) x 423.1mm (W) x 365.0mm (D)
Layer Resolution 100-400 microns. Print mode tuned for 200 microns
Material Compatibility MakerBot Sketch PLA, MakerBot Sketch Tough
Material Diameter 1.75 mm
Extruder MakerBot Sketch Extruder
Nozzle Diameter 0.4 mm
Build Plate Leveling Heated with removable flexible build surface
Ambient Operating Temperature 15­-30°C
Camera resolution 2 megapixels
Connectivity USB, Ethernet, Wi­fi
Software Bundle MakerBot Print Software
Operating Systems Windows (7, 10)/Mac OS X (10.12+)
CAD Plugins SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion 360, Onshape, Autodesk Inventor
Supported File Types MakerBot, STL, SolidWorks, InventorOBJ, IGES, STEP, CATIA, Wavefront Object, Unigraphics/NX, Solid Edge, ProE/Creo, VRML

Pricing starts at $1,799. Contact us to learn more about how to get MakerBot Sketch set up in your classroom.

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Christine Archer
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