AtomForm Palette 300: 3D Printer with 12-Slot Automatic Nozzle Changer
The AtomForm Palette 300 from Mova uses a circular disc with 12 nozzles for instant swaps without plastic waste. This allows combining up to 36 colors and 12 materials in a single print session. The system minimizes downtime by rotating the disc and positioning the required nozzle in the extruder.
Precision is ensured by nozzle parameter recognition, a fixation camera, and visual calibration. Positioning accuracy reaches ±0.02 mm, with layers applied without shifts even during frequent changes.
Extruder and Camera Technical Specifications
Build volume: 300 × 300 × 300 mm. Maximum speed: 800 mm/s at 25,000 mm/s² acceleration. Hotend heats up to 350°C, with the chamber supporting 65°C for stable extrusion of complex materials.
The calibration system activates after each nozzle swap:
- Automatic recognition of nozzle type and diameter.
- Camera checks fixation in the extruder.
- Visual calibration of Z-axis and XY positioning.
This is crucial for multi-material models requiring precise layer joining.
RFD-6 Filament Feeding System
The RFD-6 holds 6 spools in two rows with independent drying up to 85°C. The upper row dries material while the lower row feeds into the printer. Asynchronous operation prevents moisture absorption, which is essential for engineering plastics like Nylon or PETG.
RFD-6 design:
- Two rows of 3 spools each.
- Independent heating for each row.
- Automatic feeding to the Palette 300 extruder.
- Sensor control of humidity and temperature.
Configuration Options and Prices
The base model costs $2200. Full kits include the RFD-6, filament spools, and spare nozzles:
| Configuration | Components | Price (USD) |
|--------------|-----------------------------|-------------|
| Basic | Palette 300 | 2200 |
| Standard | + RFD-6 | 2500 |
| Extended | + 6 kg filament | 2678 |
| Maximum | + 2×RFD-6, nozzles, filament| 3236 |
For senior developers in prototyping, these kits pay off through reduced material change times.
Key Highlights
- 12 nozzles on the disc: up to 36 colors/12 materials without plastic waste.
- ±0.02 mm accuracy: camera and sensor calibration after each swap.
- RFD-6: asynchronous drying for 6 spools, compatible with hygroscopic filaments.
- High dynamics: 800 mm/s, 25,000 mm/s² for production printing.
- Prices from $2200 USD: scalable kits for team use.
Palette 300 technology is ideal for automated printer farms, where minimizing waste and downtime directly impacts throughput.
— Editorial Team
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