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DESKTOP FILAMENT EXTRUSION SYSTEM

FilamentLab 2K.

From your next formulation
to your next filament trial.

A compact split-design system for material developers, research laboratories and universities exploring small-batch filament development.

Current split-design FilamentLab 2K, with separate extrusion and spooling modules
Current split design · supplier photograph
20 gApprox. minimum trial
1–2 kg/hApprox. output
450°CMaximum temperature
24 hContinuous operation, up to
START SMALL. KEEP DEVELOPING.

What It Is Built For

For material developers, universities, R&D labs, filament startups and engineering-material testing teams.

Material developers

Turn a formulation brief into small-batch filament trials.

Universities

Connect research and teaching objectives with a documented experimental workflow.

R&D laboratories

Review material, processing and measurement needs within a laboratory setup.

Filament startups

Explore an initial filament concept before planning a larger production process.

Engineering-material testing

Prepare trial samples for your own printing and material evaluation.

FILAMENTLAB 2K / IN MOTION

See the process.
Follow the filament.

A closer look at the current split system.

Watch the extrusion and strand-handling module, operator display and separate spooler in a short supplier demonstration.

  1. 01Split architecture
  2. 02Extrusion & strand handling
  3. 03Operator display & spooling
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48 seconds · Edited supplier footage
AI narration and matching subtitles · Screen values show this demonstration, not guaranteed performance.

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English narration · Subtitles included

INSIDE THE DEVELOPMENT PROCESS

Machine Workflow

Follow the material from feedstock to collected filament.

  1. 01

    Feeding

    Pellets, powders or crushed feedstock enter through the feeding stage.

  2. 02

    Extrusion

    The material is processed into a continuous strand.

  3. 03

    Air cooling

    The strand passes through the cooling stage.

  4. 04

    Laser measurement

    The system measures filament diameter.

  5. 05

    Pulling

    The strand moves through downstream handling.

  6. 06

    Buffering

    A buffer stage sits within the filament path.

  7. 07

    Length counting

    The system includes a length-counting stage.

  8. 08

    Spooling

    Filament is collected for subsequent evaluation.

MACHINE ANATOMY

Two modules.
One connected process.

Recognizable components, marked directly on the current split-system photograph.

Front view of split system; numbered annotations identify the hopper, right process module, control screens and left spooling module1234
Current split system · original supplier photograph with interface annotations
  1. 1

    Feed hopper

    The material inlet is positioned above the right-hand module.

  2. 2

    Extrusion & strand handling

    The right-hand module brings the extrusion and downstream filament path together.

  3. 3

    Control screens

    Operator screens are visible on the separate modules. Specific control logic is discussed with your application.

  4. 4

    Spooling module

    The left-hand module collects the filament on a spool.

PRODUCT EVOLUTION

From Integrated
to Modular Split Design

Designed to move with your lab. Separate modules make handling, laboratory arrangement and maintenance access more practical.

The split design is the current system. The previous integrated model is shown only for design context.

Previous integrated orange filament system, from the supplier M2 document
PREVIOUS
Integrated layout
Current split-design FilamentLab 2K, with separate extrusion and spooling modules
CURRENT
Split architecture
MATERIAL EXPLORATION

A starting point for
thermoplastic development.

Supplier-listed material families include:

Actual processing depends on formulation, viscosity, moisture content, temperature and pulling conditions. A listed polymer family does not guarantee performance for every grade. Share your material and trial requirements for an application review.

WHAT IT IS BUILT FOR

Applications for your next material.

02
RESEARCH & EDUCATION

Universities & laboratories

Make room for hands-on material development in the lab.

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03
FORMULATION EXPLORATION

Custom filament development

Explore filament concepts for your own printing workflow.

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04
APPLICATION REVIEW REQUIRED

Composite material research

Discuss filled formulations before choosing a configuration.

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05
MATERIAL CHARACTERIZATION

Recycled material trials

Evaluate known feedstock in a small-batch research workflow.

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SYSTEM AT A GLANCE

Compact scale.
Defined capabilities.

The following specifications apply to the current split-design FilamentLab 2K.

Output and suitable processing conditions depend on the material, formulation and trial settings. Maximum temperature is an equipment limit, not a processing recommendation for every material.

Discuss your configuration
FILAMENTLAB 2K / KEY SPECIFICATIONS
OutputApprox. 1–2 kg/h
Minimum trial batchApprox. 20 g
Hopper capacityApprox. 2 kg
Maximum temperature450°C
Continuous operation capabilityUp to 24 h
Power supply220V / optional 110V
Main motor400 W servo motor with planetary gearing
Heating power800 W
Diameter measurementLaser measurement
Dimensions700 × 500 × 600 mm
WeightApprox. 78 kg
FeedstockPellets, powders and crushed/recycled feedstock
FeedingAnti-bridging feeding mechanism
Warranty1 year
SupportRemote technical guidance and training
PackingWooden crate
SUPPORT & DELIVERY

Practical support for your lab.

1-year warranty

Review the warranty terms supplied with your equipment quotation.

Remote guidance & training

Technical guidance and remote training are available for the equipment.

Wooden crate packing

The system is packed in a wooden crate for transport.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Before your first trial.

What feedstock can I use?

The system supports pellets, powders and crushed feedstock. Share the material grade and preparation details so the team can assess your proposed trial.

Can I request a specific filament diameter?

Yes. Include your required filament diameter in the inquiry so the team can discuss the appropriate configuration.

Are prices listed online?

Quotations are provided following a discussion of your application, configuration and delivery requirements.

Can you help with system selection?

Tell us about the material, approximate batch size, output target and available power supply. These details help the team review your requirements.

YOUR NEXT MATERIAL STARTS HERE

Tell us what
you’re developing.

Bring your material, target output and research goals.
Let’s shape the right workflow.