The Story of Pratham X – India’s Largest Industrial FDM 3D Printer

As industries across India shift toward digital manufacturing, the demand for large-format 3D printing has grown exponentially. Traditional methods struggle with size, speed, and cost and that’s where Make3D’s Pratham X steps in, redefining industrial-scale prototyping and production.

At Make3D, our journey started with a clear objective to design reliable and easy-to-use 3D printers built in India. We began with compact desktop models featuring a 170 mm build size, primarily used for learning, research, and small-scale prototyping.

As 3D printing started gaining practical use in industries and institutions, our users began asking for larger and more capable machines. We gradually expanded our range 200 mm, 300 mm, 500 mm, and 600 mm each model becoming more refined, robust, and efficient.

This consistent development and experience led us to design something far bigger and more capable the Pratham X, a 1000 × 1000 × 1000 mm industrial-grade FDM 3D printer created for large industrial parts, moulds, and functional components.

Design and Development of Pratham X

The idea for Pratham X came directly from real-world feedback from workshops, R&D labs, and manufacturing units already using our smaller printers. They needed a large-format printer that could handle full-size components in one piece, without compromising accuracy or performance.

To meet those expectations, our team focused on the following areas:

• Structural Stability: A rigid all-metal MS frame provides vibration-free operation during long print hours.
• Precision Motion: Dual ball-screw drive on all axes ensures consistent movement and dimensional accuracy.
• High-Temperature Capability: Prints up to 300°C, supporting engineering-grade materials.
• Advanced Electronics: Reliable control architecture designed for precision, safety, and stable long-duration printing.
• Controlled Environment: A fully enclosed chamber with Carbon + HEPA filtration maintains consistent temperature and air quality.
• Continuous Performance: Optimized thermal management and hardware enable 24×7 industrial operations.

With a build volume of 1000 mm³, Pratham X can produce large parts in a single build  reducing the need for assemblies or outsourced fabrication.
It supports multiple materials, including PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU, and carbon-infused composites, making it suitable for functional prototypes, tooling, and production components.

Key features include:

• Automatic bed leveling for uniform first layers
• Power loss and filament run-out recovery
• 7-inch touchscreen control interface
• Flexible PEI-coated bed for easy part removal
• Optimized electronics for continuous operation

Applications Across Indian Industries

Pratham X is now actively being used across various industry segments in India.

• It supports applications such as large drone and defence components, industrial fixtures, furniture moulds, FRP parts, and prototype tooling.
• The printer is currently operating in sectors like aerospace and defence manufacturing, furniture and interior design, sanitary ware production, composite fabrication, and sports equipment development.
• Across these industries, Pratham X is helping design and production teams reduce development time, lower tooling costs, and bring large-scale ideas to life with reliable accuracy.
  It demonstrates how large-format 3D printing is steadily becoming an integral part of India’s growing manufacturing ecosystem.

These installations highlight how large-format 3D printing is being integrated into real production environments, bridging the gap between design and manufacturing.

Developed in India for Industrial Use

The Pratham X reflects Make3D’s approach to building machines that suit real industrial environments. It is designed to work reliably during long production hours and adapt to typical workshop conditions found across India.

Since it is developed and supported by Make3D within the country, users benefit from quicker technical support and readily available spare parts. The system is also designed for easy maintenance, helping reduce downtime and improve day-to-day efficiency.

Each unit undergoes thorough testing before dispatch to ensure consistent and stable performance. With this approach, Make3D ensures that Pratham X serves as a dependable tool for both prototyping and regular industrial production.

FAQs

Q1. What is a large format 3D printer?

A large-format 3D printer like Pratham X allows users to print massive parts in a single piece ideal for molds, industrial tooling, furniture, and drone components.

Q2. What makes Pratham X different from other 3D printers?

Pratham X offers a 1000 × 1000 × 1000 mm build volume, all-metal structure, dual ball-screw drives, and continuous 24×7 industrial operation designed entirely in India.

Q3. Which materials can be used with Pratham X?

It supports PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU, and carbon fiber composites, ensuring flexibility for various industrial applications.

Q4. What industries use large-format 3D printers in India?

Industries like aerospace, defense, furniture, FRP manufacturing, and automotive use Pratham X for rapid prototyping, tooling, and production.

Q5. Is Pratham X made in India?

Yes, Pratham X is fully developed and supported by Make3D in India, offering quick service, training, and spare part availability.