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Easily swap between MakerBot's optimized materials and the LABS extruder for \u003cstrong\u003eunlimited material freedom\u003c\/strong\u003e - no tools required. Perfect for Australian businesses, workshops, and educational institutions looking to expand their 3D printing capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the LABS Gen 2 Experimental Extruder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnlimited Material Freedom\u003c\/strong\u003e: Print with third-party filaments from leading brands including KIMYA, JABIL, and Mitsubishi Chemical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Temperature Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Capable of reaching up to \u003cstrong\u003e300°C\u003c\/strong\u003e to handle advanced engineering materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposites Optimized\u003c\/strong\u003e: Upgraded hardened-steel components designed for abrasive materials like carbon fiber and ESD composites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Sensors\u003c\/strong\u003e: Includes sensors that track temperature, materials, and extruder jams for reliable printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool-Free Swapping\u003c\/strong\u003e: Switch between standard MakerBot extruders and the LABS extruder in seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Customization\u003c\/strong\u003e: Interchangeable nozzle assemblies and expanded print settings in MakerBot Print software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOpen Materials Platform\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransform your METHOD printer into an \u003cstrong\u003eopen materials platform\u003c\/strong\u003e with modular hardware and advanced print settings. The LABS Gen 2 Extruder features a \u003cstrong\u003emodified hot end\u003c\/strong\u003e that gives you advanced customization options for a wide range of new materials. Discover pre-qualified materials from leading filament companies and explore new 3D printing applications from prototyping to production parts. 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Just remove your current extruder from extruder slot 1 and insert the LABS extruder. Your METHOD printer will automatically prompt you to calibrate the extruders. 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