
Advanced Polymer Extrusion System for Research and Material Development
A lab-scale extrusion platform designed for testing, developing, and validating thermoplastics. Engineered for researchers, material scientists, and innovation teams pushing the boundaries of polymer processing.








What’s New in the Filament Maker TWO?
Easier Access for Repairs
Advanced Data Monitoring
Enhanced Extrusion Control
Built as a Platform
Improved Used Experience
Touchscreen UI for adjustments and notifications, more intuitive extrusion hardware, and up to 3kg spool capacity.
1. Easier Maintenance in R&D Environments
The machine’s split housing ensures internal access, allowing for:
- Quick screw removal for cleaning between tests and monitoring polymer melting, additive dispersion, or early degradation.
- Troubleshooting process issues
- Switching materials efficiently in R&D workflows
- Easy removal of the insulation sleeve, die head and nozzle
- Access to components for straightforward maintenance

2. Turn Every Extrusion
Into a Data Point






With advanced monitoring, you can validate hypotheses, detect trends, and export clean datasets - essential for high-stakes research:
- High-speed 3-axis filament sensor (10μm resolution, > 25 measurements per second), measuring for filament ovality
- Real-time data logging + remote access through an open-source database software
Available Soon: - Image processing capability, allowing for real-time monitoring of the filament's integrity, in order to identify and correct any imperfections
- Infrared thermal camera measuring the filament surface temp before it reaches the puller wheels, ensuring consistent filament quality, especially for high-temp materials
- Automatic spool fullness detection
3. Precision Control for Reliable Material Testing
The Filament Maker TWO offers significant extrusion control advantages over its predecessor:
- Near-zero RPM fluctuation due to its more powerful extruder drive system (3x the torque)
- Extended screw (50mm longer) for increased melt control (choose between mixing, precision or custom designed)
- Faster and more stable temperature control with multi-zone heating
- Cooled hopper with active temp monitoring
- Material and spooling presets, to instantly start extruding

4. Built for Customization and Long-Term Innovation

This isn’t just a closed-loop machine - it’s a platform. You can customize it according it to your research needs, and also scale it with new modules or features in the future:
Available Soon:
- Open REST API for external control and data integration
- CAN bus connectors for custom attachments (mixers, feeders, etc.)
- Modular add-ons in co-operation with our R&D department
- Continuous firmware updates based on user feedback
5. Improved User Experience
Whether you’re adjusting parameters on the fly or logging data for later analysis, its improved user experience is there to keep your research moving forward, not slow it down:
- Touchscreen interface with easily accessible settings, parameter controls, and teal-time notifications
- Variable puller to accommodate different materials, ensuring
optimal tension across both flexible and rigid materials - Spool chuck design to make loading simple and reduce setup time
- Up to 3kg spool capacity






Compatible Polymers
The Filament Maker TWO is engineered for advanced polymer research and development, capable of processing a wide range of thermoplastics with precision. Its use cases include material validation, formulation testing, and recycling across various polymer types.
Common waste to recycle
PET | PLA | PP | HDPE |
PETG | ABS | PS | LDPE |
PC | PHB |
Engineering polymers
TPU | POM | PA6 | PVA |
TPE | PCL | PA66 | PA |
ASA | PA12 |
High performance polymers
PEEK | PEI | PSU |
PEKK | PPSU |
Additives and composites
Specifications
Weight
42 kg
Max. RPM
0 – 15 RPM
Active cooled
Yes
Heating zones
Heater power
4
230W per heater
Hardening treatment
Compression
Screw Design
Compression Ratio
L/D ratio
Nitrided
3 stages
Interchangeable
2,25
17,75
Framerate
Measurements
Measurements axis
Thermal sensor
5 fps
> 25 per second
3
Yes
High Temp Nonstick Max.
Puller Tensioner
380 °C
Adjustable
Spool Inner diameter
Max. Spool width
Max. Spool weight
Automatic tensioner
Friction wheel
Spooling system
49 mm - 55 mm
100 mm
3 kg
Yes
Yes
Self tightening spool holder
Consumption Max.
Voltage
Frequency
1300 W
230 V or 110 V
50 – 60 Hz
Networking
Power plug
USB
Ethernet
Schuko male to C13
USB - B
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The Filament Maker TWO is here!
Ready to take the next step? Talk to our Material Specialists and see how the Filament Maker TWO can support your research.
Filament Maker TWO FAQ
- Customer Loyalty Program: Keep your current machine and add the Filament Maker TWO to your setup with a €1,000 discount on the new machine.
- Machine Exchange Program: Trade in your Filament Maker ONE and receive a €2,000 discount off the Filament Maker TWO.
The Filament Maker TWO is a lab-scale polymer extrusion system designed for researchers, engineers, and material developers. It enables precise control over filament production for material testing, formulation validation, and polymer research.
Yes, you can buy the Filament Maker TWO! The estimated delivery time is around 8 weeks. If you would like to enquire about the Filament Maker TWO feel free to book a meeting with our Extrusion Specialists and we will give you all the details.
Begin your material development project with expert guidance today!
Absolutely! The Filament Maker TWO supports a wide range of recycled thermoplastics, making it ideal for testing recycled content, closed-loop production setups, or sustainable material development. All polymers have different properties, so we offer validation services for your specific material:
The system can process most thermoplastics, including commodity polymers (PLA, ABS, PETG), engineering materials (TPU, PA12, POM), and high-performance blends (PEEK, PEKK, carbon fiber composites). It also accommodates various additives like carbon fibers, glass fibers, metal powders, and colorants, as well as SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) powder form materials. With processing temperatures up to 450°C, this machine is highly versatile and ideal for numerous research applications. If you want to know if your project is feasible, check out our free Project Builder tool.
The built-in 3-axis filament sensor measures diameter and ovality with 10µm resolution and over 25 readings per second. Combined with thermal imaging and real-time logging, it offers research-grade measurement accuracy for quality control and data analysis.