Taiwanese company XYZprinting extends their affordable da Vinci consumer 3D printer series by adding the miniMaker to their portfolio, focussing on the educational sector.
June 30, 2016: The beginner-friendly device is designed for easy hands-on learning in the classroom as well as at home, giving teachers of subjects including Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics, as well as parents the opportunity to get their kids engaged with 3D printing technology in real-life applications.
“We’re excited to continue to provide accessible solutions that advance and integrate 3D printing technology into the educational system across grades K-12 and beyond,” commented Simon Shen, CEO of XYZprinting and New Kinpo Group. “The da Vinci miniMaker will help encourage, expand, and shape the cognitive skills and abilities of the next generation of engineers, designers, and creators.”
The da Vinci miniMaker features:
● Auto-calibration: intuitive auto-calibration system that results in the best possible prints
● Small Printer, Big Projects: robust build size of 5.9” x 5.9” x 5.9.” (150 x 150 x 150 mm)
● Eco-friendly and Safe: prints with XYZprinting’s bio-degradable, non-toxic PLA filament; which has gone through various tests to ensure that it is DEHP-free and heavy metal-free for user safety
● Print Forever: The education-ready technology enables users to develop core STEM skills over the years.
XYZprinting additionally provides access to their Educational Ecosystem, including a series of 3D printing-based curricula, corresponding projects as well as a 3D Gallery with over 4,500 free 3D models. This will enable teachers to incorporate 3D printing into their classroom immediately.
Retailing for $229, the da Vinci miniMaker is now available for pre-order in the U.S. on Amazon.com with product expected to ship Fall 2016.
October 14, 2016: Update – da Vinci miniMaker now available
XYZprinting has just announced the availability of their first toy and education-focused 3D printer, the da Vinci miniMaker. The printer is available for $ 249 through XYZprinting online store and Amazon.
“Teachers, parents and students are always looking for new and unique ways to make teaching and learning core skills fun for everyone,” said Simon Shen, CEO of XYZprinting and New Kinpo Group. “Our new da Vinci miniMaker is not only affordably priced to fit school and household budgets, but it will help encourage, expand, and shape the cognitive skills and abilities of the next generation of engineers, designers, and creators.”
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