Filament Maker X10 – Technical Specifications
This article provides the technical specifications for the Filament Maker X10, including machine dimensions, extrusion performance, heating, filament sensing, spooling, electronics, connectivity, safety features, and compatible materials.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model name | Filament Maker X10 |
| Model version | Version 1.0 |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 606 × 258 × 685 mm |
| Weight | 42 kg |
| Shipping dimensions | 716 × 308 × 685 mm |
| Shipping weight | 50.5 kg |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1785 × 400 × 692 mm |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Shipping dimensions | Not specified |
| Shipping weight | Not specified |
Energy Requirements
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Average consumption | 300–400 W |
| Maximum consumption | 1300 W |
| Voltage | 230 V or 110 V |
| Frequency | 50–60 Hz |
⚠️ Important: Verify that the machine's required voltage matches the available power supply before connecting the Filament Maker X10.
Ambient Conditions
The Filament Maker X10 is designed to operate under the following environmental conditions:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature | 20–25°C |
| Relative humidity | 30–60% RH |
| Sound level – normal operation | 55 dB |
| Sound level – peak | 76 dB |
The X10 is operated through an integrated touchscreen interface.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Touchscreen | Capacitive touch |
| Screen size | 7.2 inches |
| Resolution | 1024 × 600 pixels @ 60 Hz |
| Technology | TFT LCD |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum torque | 50 Nm |
| RPM range | 0–20 RPM |
| RPM accuracy | 0.1 RPM |
| Speed measurement | Motor drive – Trinamic TMC5160 open-loop control system with fault detection |
| Available nozzle sizes | 2 mm / 3 mm / 4 mm |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Volume | 7.25 L |
| Temperature control | Active cooling fan |
| Input material detection | Material runout sensor |
The hopper system is designed to provide controlled material feeding while monitoring material availability.
Band HeatersThe extrusion system uses four independently controlled heating zones.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum temperature | 450°C |
| Heating zones | 4 |
| Heater power | 230 W per heater |
| Temperature accuracy | 0.25°C |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Screw material | DC53 tool steel, tempered and quenched |
| Hardening treatment | Tempered and quenched |
| Compression screw design | 3 stages |
| Design | Interchangeable |
The three-stage compression screw is designed to process thermoplastic material through the extrusion system.
Filament SensorThe Filament Sensor measures the produced filament and provides data used to monitor filament quality.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 10 µm |
| Framerate | 5 fps |
| Measurements | >25 per second |
| Measurement axes | 3 |
| Thermal sensor | Yes |
The puller system transports and controls the filament after extrusion.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Low-temperature / High-grip maximum | 100°C |
| High-temperature / Non-stick maximum | 380°C |
| Puller tensioner | Stepless |
The X10 includes an integrated spooling system for automatically winding produced filament onto a spool.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum spool outer diameter | 300 mm |
| Maximum spool width | 100 mm |
| Maximum spool weight | 3 kg |
| Maximum / minimum spool core diameter | 49–55 mm |
| Automatic tensioner | Hall-effect sensor and friction wheel |
| Spooling system | Spool holder with integrated chuck |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Linux, custom firmware |
| CPU | 4 × ARM Cortex-A53 @ 1.8 GHz |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| CAN-bus | 3 ports |
| Networking | Ethernet |
| Power plug | Schuko male to C13 |
| USB | USB-B |
The Ethernet connection can be used for machine networking, software updates, and access to the X10's data and interface features.
Included AccessoriesThe Filament Maker X10 is supplied with the following accessories and documentation.
| Category | Included |
|---|---|
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide, User Manual |
| Installation kit | Hopper, spool holder, power cable |
| Maintenance kit | Spare parts, calibration kit, tooling |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 12 months |
| Electronic safety | Watchdog electronic circuit |
| Mechanical safety | Extrusion safety door |
| Heater protection | Heater protection |
| Motor protection | Maximum motor current protection |
⚠️ Important: Safety features are designed to help protect the machine and user, but they do not replace proper operating procedures, supervision, or the safety instructions.
Certifications and Compliance
The Filament Maker X10 complies with the following European requirements and standards:
- 2006/42/EG – Machinery Directive.
- 2014/30/EU – Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
- NEN EN ISO 13857:2008 – Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs.
For the complete Declaration of Conformity, see Section 13 – Declaration of Conformity.

⚠️ Important: Compatibility with a polymer does not guarantee that every grade or formulation will produce successful filament. Always verify the specific material grade and its processing requirements before extrusion.