Nothing kills a print job faster than a clogged nozzle or a burnt-out extruder. But what if your printer could sense the problem and switch to a backup automatically?
How DivByZ extrusion technology is different
Dual extrusion isn’t new; competitors such as CreatBot use dual hotends (260 °C and 420 °C) to print different materials. What’s different at DivByZ is the smart servo-driven extruder system combined with auto-switchover and clog detection. While many printers simply halt when a clog occurs, DivByZ machines detect a drop in filament flow and automatically switch to the second extruder, maintaining print continuity.
Key benefits
- Servo motors for precision and speed: Servo motors provide closed-loop control with no inertia, allowing rapid accelerations and consistent extrusion. This is similar to the linear rails and servo systems used in high-end industrial machines.
- Clog detection and avoidance: Sensors monitor back-pressure and filament flow. When a clog is detected, the system clears the nozzle or switches to the backup extruder, avoiding print defects.
- Auto-switchover for uninterrupted printing: With two synchronized extruders, one can continue while the other is serviced or loaded with new material. This technology underpins DivByZ’s claim of 20-day non-stop printing.
- Consistent quality across long prints: Even during week-long jobs, servo extruders maintain steady layer deposition, reducing defects and re-work.
Real-world application
A consumer-electronics manufacturer prints large batches of customized enclosures. Previously, any extruder jam meant restarting the job, wasting hours of print time. After adopting DivByZ’s servo extruder system, the team saw near-zero failed prints, saving labour and material costs.
Upgrade your extrusion system
Upgrade to a smarter extrusion system. Our engineers will demonstrate how servo extruders and auto-switchover technology can increase your throughput and print quality. Get in touch to schedule a demo.