The Ultimate High-Performance Machine.
FULLY AUTOMATED QUICK START
- Get started at the push of the button with auto-calibration and pre-heating.
- Advanced machine control features include out-of-filament sensors, topography measurement and compensation.
UP TO FOUR DSX EXTRUDERS
- Achieve complex prints with dual extruders and their two respective backups.
- Each DSX is integrated with cooling channels and sensors for monitoring and control.
HIGH-TEMPERATURE CAPABILITIES
- Build chamber reaches up to 180°C
- Enables applications with high-performance materials
- Doubles as a tempering chamber
LARGE-SCALE 3D PRINTING
- Build chamber dimensions: 500 mm x 700 mm x 800 mm
- Build volume of 280 liters
- Produces intricate full-fledged prototypes, production, and end-use parts.
HEATED VACUUM PRINT BED
- Vacuum print bed with material-specific surfaces
- Parts securely held down for improved print success
- Homogeneous temperature distribution for accurate prints
- Superior layer adhesion, even with large intricate parts
280 liters build chamber
heated up to 180°C
QUALITY IN LARGE-FORMAT
With a robust frame and components, plus consistent temperature distribution, ALTRA 280 delivers industrial quality in large scale.
up to 4 DSX extruders for
maximum reliability
UNPARALLELED RELIABILTY
Use 4 state-of-the-art DSX extruders for dual extrusion, plus dual backups and print up to 20 kg in a single cycle.
print high-performance
materials up to 450°C
HIGH-PERFORMANCE MATERIALS
Thanks to precisely controlled DSX extruders, ALTRA 280 reaches temps up to 450°C for complex prints with high-performance materials.
High-Temp 3D Printer for Demanding Applications
Reliable Manufacturing of Complex Parts
The ALTRA 280 is a high-performance industrial powerhouse with an expansive build volume. It delivers unrivaled reliability with up to 4 state-of-the-art extruders. These controlled dual extruders with their respective backups are groundbreaking in additive manufacturing, delivering flawless prints every time. The high-temperature capabilities enable peak-level 3D printing for demanding applications from aerospace to defense to automotive industries.
The ALTRA 280 is everything at once – a large, fast, reliable, high-temp industrial machine. It delivers complex production-quality parts without compromise.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE FOR EVERY INDUSTRY
AEROSPACE-GRADE PARTS
Innovate and qualify for certifications in the aerospace industry. The ALTRA 280 prints with high-performance materials creating strong, safe, light-weight parts. The high precision, repeatability, and resolution enable innovations at all stages of the design workflow.
FUNCTIONAL PROTOTYPES
Before going into final production, test designs and validate parts. The open-material system gives you the freedom to choose from a wide variety of filaments and accurately replicate the final part. Iterate quicker, slash fabrication costs, and get your products to market faster.
DURABLE TOOLING
Produce low-cost rapid tooling for your factory floor such as jigs and fixtures. Thanks to the high-temp capabilities, you can manufacture strong and geometrically complex tooling in-house. Overcome outdated traditional techniques and print tools on demand.
FEATURES
GET TO KNOW THE BIGREP ALTRA 280
PEAK PERFORMANCE. MASSIVE BUILD VOLUME.
ACCURACY IN LARGE SCALE
The Generous Build Chamber
With a build chamber of 500 mm x 700 mm x 800mm (build volume of 280 liters) it can produce intricate full-fledged prototypes, production, and end-use parts. Thanks to the welded frame, ball screws and servo motors like those found in CNC technology, ALTRA 280 achieves the accuracy and repeatability you expect in an industrial machine. Experience unrestricted print freedom, and reliably print precise parts without compromising on size.
HIGH-TEMPERATURE
CAPABILITIES
High-Performance Parts
The build chamber and print bed reach up to 180°C, enabling applications using high-performance materials such as ULTEM 9085 and PEEK. During printing the build chamber doubles as a tempering system, enhancing the mechanical properties, functionality, and dimensional stability of the parts.
UP TO FOUR RELIABLE
DSX EXTRUDERS
Uninterrupted Productivity
The ALTRA 280 is equipped with up to 4 DSX (Direct Synchronized Extruders) capable of printing at 450°C up to 20kg in one cycle. Achieve complex prints with dual extruders and ensure seamless production with two respective backup extruders. Each DSX is a masterpiece, with integrated cooling channels and multiple sensors for monitoring and control.
FULLY AUTOMATED QUICK START
Print at the Push of a Button
Getting started is quick and easy with ALTRA 280 thanks to the numerous automatic functions including print bed calibration via topology measurement and corresponding automatic compensation. After a smooth start, many built-in sensors will secure your 24/7 operation while the HD wide angle camera enables real-time remote monitoring so you won't miss a thing.
HEATED VACUUM PRINT BED
Secure Print Adhesion
Improve your print success thanks to the vacuum print bed with material-specific print bed surfaces. Your prints stay put while still easy to remove after printing. Heated up to 180°C with embedded electrical wiring, the vacuum print bed's achieves extremely homogeneous temperature distribution. This ensures accurate prints and superior layer adhesion even while producing large intricate parts.
EVEN TEMPERATURE DISTRIBUTION
For Top Mechanical Performance
Consistent temperature is key for excellent prints and a requirement for high-performance parts. Reaching temperatures up to 180°C, the ALTRA 280 print bed maintains uniform heat distribution. The Airflow control technology tempers the prints precisely translating to parts with consistent mechanical properties where other 3D printers face delamination and inconsistencies.
OPEN MATERIAL SYSTEM PRINTS ALL COMPATIBLE FILAMENTS
The heart of all BigRep machines is the material system that’s open for innovation. Print with any compatible filament of your choice – BigRep’s or a 3rd party’s – and unlock new applications with the ALTRA 280.
BigRep's portfolio of industrial-grade 3D printer filaments ranges from affordable, general-use materials to technical materials for demanding industrial applications. They are created under carefully controlled conditions to guarantee uniform diameter and consistent composition ensuring reliable, even extrusion.
ABS
ACRYLONITRILE BUTADIENE STYRENE
Commonly used in electrical and electronic applications, construction materials, and automotive parts where flame resistance is crucial.
PEEK
POLYETHER-ETHERKETONE
Predominantly used for applications that need exceptional mechanical, thermal, and chemical resistance in aerospace, automotive, and medical industries.
ABS ESD
ABS - ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
Widely known for its high resistance to electrostatic discharge, chemicals, impact, & high temperatures & finds applications in the electronics, aerospace, & automotive industries.
PEKK CF
CARBON FIBER POLYETHER-
KETONEKETONE
Well-suited for aerospace applications because of its lightweight, high-temperature resistance, and excellent mechanical properties.
PA12 CF
CARBON FIBER POLYAMIDE
Preferred for aerospace components, automotive parts, and sporting goods because of its high strength-to-weight ratio.
PP
POLYPROPYLENE
Ideal for consumer goods and packaging applications thanks to its lightweight, chemical resistance, and recyclability.
PA6/66
POLYAMIDE (NYLON)
Widely used in mechanical engineering, automotive parts, and consumer goods with excellent mechanical properties and chemical resistance.
PPS
POLYPHENYLENE SULFIDE
Widely seen in electrical and electronic applications because of its high heat resistance, dimensional stability, and chemical resistance.
PC CF
CARBON FIBER
POLYCARBONATE
An ideal choice for industries such as electronics, automotive, and aerospace for its impact resistance, transparency, and heat resistance.
TPU 98A
THERMOPLASTIC POLYURETHANE
With its flexibility, durability, & abrasion resistance, TPU is commonly used for manufacturing aids, particularly those interfacing with sensitive parts & equipment.
PC FR
FLAME RETARDANT POLYCARBONATE
Finds applications in industries demanding fire safety compliance, such as electronics, transportation, and aerospace.
ULTEM® 9085
POLYETHERIMIDE
(PEI)
Often used in aerospace, automotive, and medical applications for its high strength-to-weight ratio, thermal stability, and flame resistance.
See the tech specs below for a full list of compatible materials.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Version | BigRep ALTRA 280 | |
|---|---|---|
| Build volume | 500mm x 700mm x 800mm (x,y,z) | |
| BigRep materials | ABS, ASA, BVOH, HI-TEMP, HI-TEMP CF, PA12 CF, PA6/66, PETG, PLA, PLX, PRO HT, TPU 98A | |
| Compatible materials | ABS, ABS-ESD, ABS-FR, ASA, HT-PETG, PA6, PA6-CF, PA12, PA12-CF, PA12-GF, PC, PC-ABS, PC-FR, PC-CF, PCTG, PEKK, PEKK-CF, PETG, PLA, PP, PP-GF, PPS, PPSU, TPU, TPC, ULTEM 9085 (Open for 3rd party materials) | |
| Extruder | Direct Synchronized Extruder (DSX) | |
| Extruder configuration | Water-cooled multi-DSX (up to 4 extruders) | |
| Hotends | Precise, Power, or High Flow | |
| Nozzles | Brass or hardened steel | |
| Nozzle diameters | 0.4mm, 0.6mm, 1.0mm | |
| Layer thickness | From 0.05mm | |
| Extruder temp | Up to 450°C | |
| Build chamber temp | Up to 180°C | |
| Print bed temp | Up to 180°C | |
| Max print speed | Up to 350 mm/s | |
| Max throughput | Up to 250 g/h | |
| Position accuracy | < 0.05mm in XY | |
| Movement speed | XY~400 mm/s | |
| Drive technology | Servo motor in XYZ | |
| Air cleaning unit | Filtration system with active carbon filter and HEPA filter | |
| Safety circuit | Unmanned 24/7 operation | |
| Connectivity | USB, network | |
| Pause printing | Out-of-filament sensor with smart ʻstop and goʼ function (build chamber and print bed remain heated) | |
| Slicing software | Simplify3D, others available on request | |
| Machine control | HAGE3D industrial control | |
| HMI | LED + 12.1” touchscreen | |
| Camera | Wide angle color HD camera for real time remote monitoring | |
| Override function | Manual override in real time | |
| User Access | Multi-level user permissions | |
| Power supply | 400 V / 32 A | |
| External dimensions | 2550mm x 1950mm x 1920mm (x,y,z) | |
| Weight | Approx. 1980kg | |
