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LightMake L4 at a glance
The LightMake L4 is a four-toolhead printer with linear-motor motion that is currently at crowdfunding stage. It is for early adopters who want multi-colour printing without a filament changer.
- Build volume
- 354 x 370 x 386 mm
- Enclosure
- Open frame
- Max print speed
- 500 mm/s
- Prints well
- PLA, PETG, TPU & flexibles, ABS & ASA, Nylon (PA), Polycarbonate (PC), Carbon-fiber & glass-filled
- Built-in camera
- Yes
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB
Connect the LightMake L4 to SimplyPrint
Does the LightMake L4 3D printer work with SimplyPrint, OctoPrint, Mainsail and Fluidd? Each way of connecting it, what it needs, and how to set it up.
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Klipper (Moonraker)
Not confirmed yet - help us find out
CNX Software understands it runs a customised Klipper-based firmware and saw a Klipper/Fluidd stack in a video; LightMake documents no Moonraker access. Not shipping until Nov 2026: check on a unit. Source
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OctoPrint
Directly, over USB
Not expected to work
Embedded firmware with Wi-Fi/LAN and its own slicer; no USB serial printing documented. Source
What slicer to use for the LightMake L4
None of the slicers in SimplyPrint's cloud can slice for the LightMake L4 that we know of: it doesn't take standard G-code. Use the slicer its maker recommends.
No profile for the LightMake L4
PrusaSlicer
OrcaSlicer
BambuStudio
ElegooSlicer
CrealityPrint
Cura
Kiri:MotoWe only list slicers you can use in the SimplyPrint cloud, so there may be others for the LightMake L4.
No online slicing for the LightMake L4
LightMake L4 specifications: bed size, print height and more
Its size, temperatures, multi-material and how it connects, from the maker and our own research. Read more by the manufacturer
Size
| Build volume | 354 x 370 x 386 mm |
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| Bed type | Square |
| Bed size | 354 x 370 mm |
| Max print height | 386 mm |
Printing
| Enclosure | Open frame |
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| Max print speed | 500 mm/s |
| Max extruder temperature | 320 °C |
| Has heated bed | Yes |
| Max bed temperature | 110 °C |
| Number of nozzles | 4 |
| Toolheads | 4 |
| Direct drive | No |
| Probing tool / Auto Bed Leveling | Yes |
| Filament width | 1.75 mm |
Multi-material
| Toolchanger or hotend changer | No |
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| IDEX (independent dual extruders) | Yes |
Connecting
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB |
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| Built-in camera | Yes |
| Prints from | USB stick |
| Supports serial printing | Unknown |
| Shipped firmware | Unknown |
Files and slicing
| Supported file formats | G-code (.gcode, .gco, .g) |
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The printer
| Printer manufacturer / brand | LightMake |
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| Printer model name | L4 |
| Made by a company from | China |
| Launched | November 2026 |
Disclaimer: We strive to keep this information as current and accurate as possible, but cannot guarantee its completeness or reliability. Our data is based on user submissions and manufacturer references.
What filament can the LightMake L4 print?
Filament compatibility for the LightMake L4: the materials LightMake lists for it.
| Filament | Suitability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PLA | Great | On the maker's list of materials for this printer. |
| PETG | Great | On the maker's list of materials for this printer. |
| TPU & flexibles | Great | On the maker's list of materials for this printer. |
| ABS & ASA | Great | On the maker's list of materials for this printer. |
| Nylon (PA) | Great | On the maker's list of materials for this printer. |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | Great | On the maker's list of materials for this printer. |
| Carbon-fiber & glass-filled | Great | On the maker's list of materials for this printer. |
Tip: this is a general guide from the printer's specs - always check your filament's recommended settings. With SimplyPrint you can save a profile for each spool and track exactly what filament you have in stock.
What reviewers say about the LightMake L4
Reviews from people who test printers for a living. We link to them; the opinions are theirs.
First hands-on prints on the four-toolhead, linear-motor L4 (Kickstarter-stage machine): four models printed to check print quality, multicolour output, toolhead switching, alignment and purge waste. Affiliate and discount links in the description.
When to choose the LightMake L4
Choose the L4 only if you are comfortable backing a Kickstarter-stage machine: LightMake reports passing 3 million USD, a trial production run in October 2026 and a 24-month warranty, and the one hands-on video we found (The Edge of Tech) is an early look, not a full test. It gives you four dedicated nozzles with a 1-second tool change and a 354 x 370 mm plate. If you want a proven multi-colour printer today, a Bambu Lab H2D or a Bambu Lab P2S with AMS ships and has independent reviews.
Pros
- Four independent toolheads, one per colour or material, with a claimed 1-second tool change (LightMake).
- Large usable print area of 354 x 370 mm and a 320 °C hotend (our facts).
- Dual HD cameras with AI failure detection that stops failed prints (LightMake).
- Built for fleets: cluster management and deadline-based queueing are part of its own software (LightMake).
- Wi-Fi, Ethernet and USB connectivity.
- 24-month warranty on the crowdfunding units (LightMake).
Cons
- Crowdfunding-stage product with no independent long-term test; the only hands-on we found is an early video that carries affiliate links.
- No price listed on the maker page and no shipping details.
- The page describes only a 'massive chamber'; our facts list no enclosure, so ABS and nylon results are unproven.
- SimplyPrint compatibility is unknown for Klipper and unlikely for OctoPrint, so connecting is not assured.
Who it suits
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Schools Not a good fit
A crowdfunding-stage machine with unclear enclosure and no confirmed SimplyPrint connection is a risky pick for classrooms.
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Hobbyists Can work
Four-colour printing with no filament switching is exciting, but you take on the risk of an unproven early machine.
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Businesses Can work
A fast, multi-material print area is attractive, but no price, no independent test and no support track record yet.
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Print farms Not a good fit
LightMake pitches its own cluster software, but with no proven reliability and no confirmed SimplyPrint connection it cannot be recommended for unattended fleets.
Written from the maker's information and independent reviews. Read more by the manufacturer
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Prusa XL+
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Bambu Lab H2S Combo
340 x 320 x 340 mmLaunched August 26, 2025Connects with: SimplyPrint ClientSimilar build volume · Also prints ABS & ASA, Nylon (PA), Polycarbonate (PC), Carbon-fiber & glass-filledVerified by SimplyPrint
Frequently asked questions
Is the LightMake L4 compatible with SimplyPrint?
We don't know yet. SimplyPrint works with 130+ brands and 600+ models via OctoPrint, Klipper and built-in integrations; if you have a LightMake L4, our compatibility check tells you in a few questions how it could connect.
What slicer should I use for the LightMake L4?
None of the slicers in SimplyPrint's cloud can slice for the LightMake L4 that we know of: it doesn't take standard G-code. Use the slicer its maker recommends.
What filament can the LightMake L4 print?
LightMake lists PLA, ABS & ASA, PETG, TPU & flexibles, Carbon-fiber & glass-filled, Nylon (PA) and Polycarbonate (PC) for the L4.
What is the LightMake L4's bed size and build volume?
The LightMake L4 has a 354 x 370 mm print bed and prints up to 386 mm tall, a build volume of about 354 x 370 x 386 mm. See the full specifications table above for bed type, temperatures and more.
When did the LightMake L4 come out?
LightMake launched the L4 in November 2026.
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