Binder Jetting
3DPTEK J1800
Cost-effective large format entry point for mid-to-large foundries. Delivers excellent ROI with a compact footprint for its build class.
Build: 1,800×1,000×700 mm
Overall: 6,650×4,470×3,450 mm
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Large Format Additive Manufacturing
Large Format 3D Printers — Build Volumes up to 4,000 mm
3DPTEK manufactures the industry’s most extensive line of large format 3D printers. Standard build volumes up to 4,000×2,000×1,000 mm, with custom configurations extending to 10 meters. Binder Jetting, SLS, and SLM systems — from sand molds for ship propellers to fully dense metal parts the size of engine blocks.
4,000 mm
Standard Build Volume
10 m
Custom Max Length
3
Process Technologies
Worldwide
Delivery & Installation
ISO 9001 Certified
30+ Years AM Experience
45+ Countries Served
Custom 6–10 m Configurations
24/7 Technical Support
What Is a Large Format 3D Printer?
A large format 3D printer is an industrial additive manufacturing system with a build volume significantly larger than desktop or mid-size printers — typically 1 meter or more in at least one dimension. These machines are purpose-built for producing full-scale end-use parts, foundry molds, and patterns in a single build, eliminating the need to segment and assemble smaller prints.
At 3DPTEK, large format means build volumes up to 4 meters standard with custom configurations extending to 6, 8, and 10 meters. Our systems span three core technologies — Binder Jetting for sand and metal powders, Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) for coated sand and wax, and Selective Laser Melting (SLM) for dense metal parts — giving you a single partner for every large-scale additive manufacturing requirement.
Whether you’re casting a ship propeller, printing a full-scale sand mold for a turbine housing, or producing a functional metal prototype the size of an engine block, large format 3D printing collapses weeks of traditional fabrication into days.
Why Choose 3DPTEK Large Format 3D Printers
Scaling up your additive manufacturing operation demands more than just a bigger build chamber. Our large format systems are engineered from the ground up for industrial throughput, reliability, and part quality.
Massive Build Volume
Print full-scale sand molds, metal parts, and wax patterns up to 4,000×2,000×1,000 mm. Custom 6m, 8m, and 10m configurations available for specialized applications.
Multi-Technology Platform
Binder Jetting for speed, SLS for precision, and SLM for dense metal parts. One partner, every large format technology you need.
Accelerated Throughput
High-speed print heads and optimized scanning strategies deliver build rates up to 160 L/h for sand and 14 L/h for metal — days faster than competing systems.
Industrial Reliability
Heavy-duty linear rails, closed-loop thermal control, and 24/7 duty cycles. Built for years of continuous production in demanding foundry environments.
Large Format 3D Printer Lineup
From 1.8-meter workhorse systems to 4-meter flagship platforms and beyond, our large format portfolio covers every production scale across sand, metal, and wax.
Sand 3D Printers — Binder Jetting
Binder Jetting sand printers for large molds and cores. High-speed production with open material compatibility.
Binder Jetting
3DPTEK J2500
High-capacity system built for foundries that demand maximum throughput without sacrificing precision or surface quality.
Build: 2,500×1,500×1,000 mm
Overall: 11,400×8,900×3,900 mm
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Flagship
3DPTEK J4000
Our flagship oversized sand 3D printer for the largest industrial castings. Customizable to 6m, 8m, and 10m configurations.
Build: 3,800×1,850×1,000 mm
Overall: 21,000×7,000×4,000 mm
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Sand 3D Printers — SLS
Selective Laser Sintering for coated sand molds with superior tensile strength (4.5–6.5 MPa) for high-pressure casting applications.
SLS Sand
3DPTEK AFS-500
Compact SLS sand printer delivering superior mold strength for high-pressure aluminum and iron casting applications.
Build: 500×500×500 mm
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SLS Sand
LaserCore-5300
Mid-scale SLS sand system with advanced laser scanning for complex mold geometries and fine feature resolution.
Build: 700×700×500 mm
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SLS Sand
LaserCore-6000
Largest SLS sand system. Built for high-volume foundries producing large, structurally demanding molds and cores.
Build: 1,050×1,050×650 mm
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Metal 3D Printers — Binder Jetting
Metal Binder Jetting for high-throughput production of green parts. Compatible with stainless steel, tool steel, and ceramic powders.
Metal BJ
3DPTEK J160R
Compact metal Binder Jetting system ideal for precision small parts and research applications.
Build: 160×65×65 mm
Overall: 1,200×1,000×1,440 mm
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Metal BJ
3DPTEK J400P
Mid-scale metal Binder Jetting with ceramic capability. Versatile platform for tooling, medical, and industrial components.
Build: 400×400×300 mm
Overall: 2,470×1,730×2,400 mm
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Metal BJ
3DPTEK J800P
Our largest metal Binder Jetting system with ceramic capability. Designed for high-volume production of large metal and ceramic parts.
Build: 800×500×400 mm
Overall: 6,650×4,470×3,450 mm
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Metal 3D Printers — SLM
Selective Laser Melting for fully dense metal parts in steel, titanium, aluminum, and superalloys. Single, dual, and multi-material gradient options.
SLM
AFS-M120
Single-laser SLM system for precision metal parts. Ideal for dental, medical, and small industrial components.
Build: 120×120×150 mm
Overall: 1,532×1,390×1,830 mm
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SLM Gradient
AFS-M120X
Dual-material gradient SLM system for functionally graded materials. Seamless transitions between dissimilar metals in a single build.
Build: 120×120×150 mm
Overall: 1,532×1,390×1,830 mm
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SLM Multi-Axis
AFS-M120XT
Multi-axis gradient SLM for complex material transitions along multiple vectors. The most advanced gradient system available.
Build: 120×150×150 mm
Overall: 1,532×1,390×1,830 mm
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SLM Multi-Material
AFS-M300XAS
Multi-material SLM with integrated subtractive machining. Combines multi-powder printing with CNC-level surface finish in one system.
Build: 300×300×250 mm
Overall: 2,760×1,760×2,620 mm
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Wax 3D Printers — SLS
SLS wax printers for investment casting patterns. Precision PSB wax parts with excellent burnout characteristics.
SLS Wax
AFS-500 Wax
Compact SLS wax system for investment casting patterns. Clean burnout and excellent surface finish for fine-detail castings.
Build: 500×500×500 mm
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SLS Wax
LaserCore-5300 Wax
Mid-scale SLS wax platform with high-resolution laser for intricate investment casting patterns and thin-walled geometries.
Build: 800×600×500 mm
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SLS Wax
LaserCore-6000 Wax
Largest SLS wax system. Designed for high-volume investment casting foundries needing maximum throughput per build cycle.
Build: 1,200×800×600 mm
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Industries & Applications
Large format 3D printing transforms how the world’s most demanding industries approach manufacturing. Here’s where our systems are making the biggest impact.
Marine & Shipbuilding
Full-scale propellers, impellers, and pump housings up to 4 meters. Copper-nickel, stainless, and superalloy castings with corrosion resistance.
Heavy Equipment & Mining
Massive iron and steel castings for construction machinery, mining equipment, and agricultural vehicles. Single-piece builds eliminate weld assembly.
Aerospace & Defense
Turbine housings, structural brackets, and engine mounts in titanium and superalloys. Large format SLM for flight-ready components.
Energy & Power Generation
GIS shells, turbine components, and heat exchanger parts. Large sand molds for multi-ton iron and steel castings.
Automotive & Transportation
Engine blocks, transmission housings, and structural components. Rapid prototyping to bridge production with full-scale molds.
Architecture & Art
Large-scale sculptures, architectural panels, and custom hardware in aluminum, bronze, and brass. Complex geometries with smooth as-printed finish.
Global Delivery & Installation
Our large format systems are delivered and installed worldwide. Every machine is packed in custom wooden crates, shipped via sea or air freight, and commissioned on-site by 3DPTEK engineers.
Frequently Asked Questions
A large format 3D printer is an industrial additive manufacturing system with a build volume significantly larger than desktop or mid-size printers — typically 1 meter or more in at least one dimension. 3DPTEK offers large format printers up to 4 meters (with 6m, 8m, and 10m customization) across Binder Jetting, SLS, and SLM technologies.
The 3DPTEK J4000 is our largest sand 3D printer with a build volume of 4,000×2,000×1,000 mm. We also offer 6m, 8m, and 10m custom configurations for specialized applications such as ship propellers and oversized industrial castings.
3DPTEK large format printers support Binder Jetting (sand and metal), Selective Laser Sintering / SLS (coated sand and PSB wax), and Selective Laser Melting / SLM (metal powders including steel, titanium, and aluminum). Build volumes range from 500 mm to 4,000 mm depending on the technology.
Large industrial 3D printers are a significant investment. Pricing varies by technology, build volume, and configuration. Contact our sales team at sales@lyafs.com for a customized quotation based on your application requirements.
Ready to Scale Your Production?
Talk to our large format specialists about build volumes, technology fit, and a customized quote for your application.