Meet Praxitron, a New Independent Dual-Extruder 3D Printer on Kickstarter
Praxitron offers speed and multi-material flexibility wrapped in a sleek, fully assembled design, all for less than competing IDEX models.
A new player may be entering the 3D printing arena—and it’s making an ambitious claim: to democratize high-performance, dual-extrusion printing for makers, designers, and small businesses.
The Praxitron, from a start-up of the same name, launched on Kickstarter last week. It’s an independent dual-extruder (IDEX) 3D printer being offered in two sizes: standard (250 x 250 x 250 mm) and XL (350 x 350 x 450 mm).
The Super Early Bird Price is $899 ($1,429 for the XL) and will be limited to 50 units.
Praxitron is being pitched as a game-changer: combining features, such as multi-material printing, hardened steel nozzles, and real-time monitoring with a setup so simple, it requires zero assembly, the manufacturers say.
Dual Extrusion, Done a Bit Differently
Of course, the standout novelty is its IDEX (independent dual extruder) system, which enables each of the extruders to move independently. IDEX machines are uncommon. With this set up, not only can each extruder layer a different material onto the same part, but you can use the extruders in mirror mode to print a left and right shoe at the same time or in copy mode to print two identical objects at the same time — provided that they’re small enough to not bump into each other.
The dual-nozzle setup supports nozzle size combinations—such as 0.4 mm for detailed outer walls and 0.8 mm for fast-filling infills—giving users more control over both aesthetics and structural integrity, the company says.
Plug-and-Print Simplicity?
Unlike many DIY 3D printers that arrive in a box full of parts, Praxitron boasts a unibody chassis that ships fully assembled, yet extruders are modular. The company says the single-piece chassis boosts structural stability, reducing print vibrations and mechanical wear over time.
Key features include:
- Auto bed leveling via piezo sensors for consistent first layers
- Built-in 7-inch touchscreen for intuitive control
- Integrated camera for real-time remote monitoring
- Filament detection and flow monitoring to prevent clogging and downtime
The XL version’s 350 x 350 x 450mm build volume places it firmly in the large-format category, while its hardened steel nozzles and custom-designed belt system promise long-term durability and print accuracy. Buyers can choose nozzle sizes (0.2–0.8 mm) in the post-campaign survey, with two nozzles included by default.
According to the Kickstarter page, the Praxitron team has already finalized a working prototype and secured pathways to mass production. However, they note that challenges like supply chain delays or assembly bottlenecks could still arise.
The Team Behind Praxitron
Based in Asia, the four-person team — Julian Ma, Edwin Ho, Cassie Wong, and Sara Li —says they spent the past year refining Praxitron with help from early testers and trade show attendees, fine-tuning both the hardware and the user experience.
Their Kickstarter campaign is now live, with early bird pricing significantly undercutting comparable dual-head printers on the market.
Praxitron Tech Specs & Price
- Build Volume: 350 x 350 x 450 mm (XL), 250 x 250 x 250 mm (standard)
- Extruders: IDEX (Dual Independent)
- Max. Nozzle Temp.: 300ºC
- Max. Bed Temp.: 100ºC
- Print Speed: 300 mm/s
- Nozzle Sizes: 0.2 mm, 0.4 mm, 0.6 mm, 0.8 mm (2 included, pre-installed)
- Print Accuracy: ±0.1 mm
- Touchscreen: 7-inch full-color interface
As consumers begin to migrate to dual extruders (Bambu Lab H2D), whether they’re ready for or interested in IDEX remains to be seen, but the Praxitron does present an interesting package.
Editor’s Note – This article highlights a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. Kickstarter is not a shop; campaigns are under no legal obligation to deliver on crowdfunding promises, nor offer refunds on unfulfilled campaign rewards.
For more insight, read our article: 8 Things to Watch for When Backing a 3D Printing Kickstarter.
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