Stratasys Fortus 450mc at a glance
Stratasys's mid-size production FDM printer: a 406 x 355 x 406 mm heated build chamber and an open range of production thermoplastics, ULTEM and Antero included. It is built for jigs, fixtures, tooling and end-use parts.
- Build volume
- 406 x 355 x 406 mm
- Enclosure
- Fully enclosed
- Prints well
- PLA, ABS & ASA, Nylon (PA), Polycarbonate (PC), Carbon-fiber & glass-filled, High-temperature (PEI, PEEK, PEKK)
- Connectivity
- Ethernet
Connect the Stratasys Fortus 450mc to SimplyPrint
Does the Stratasys Fortus 450mc 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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The maker's cloud
Possible, not built yet
Prints through Stratasys's GrabCAD Print, and GrabCAD's SDK gives software vendors APIs to connect Stratasys FDM printers to their systems. SimplyPrint could build support on it, but it isn't built yet. Source
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SimplyPrint Client
Not compatible
Runs Stratasys's closed controller and takes jobs only through Stratasys's own software, such as GrabCAD Print. Source
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Klipper (Moonraker)
Not compatible
Runs Stratasys's closed controller and prints from Stratasys's own software; no Klipper or Moonraker is documented. Source
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OctoPrint
Directly, over USB
Not compatible
Runs Stratasys's closed controller and takes jobs only through Stratasys's own software, such as GrabCAD Print; no OctoPrint or serial control is documented. Source
What slicer to use for the Stratasys Fortus 450mc
None of the slicers in SimplyPrint's cloud can slice for the Stratasys Fortus 450mc that we know of: it doesn't take standard G-code. Use the slicer its maker recommends.
No profile for the Stratasys Fortus 450mc
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 Stratasys Fortus 450mc.
No online slicing for the Stratasys Fortus 450mc
Stratasys Fortus 450mc 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 | 406 x 355 x 406 mm |
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| Bed type | Rectangle |
| Bed size | 406 x 355 mm |
| Max print height | 406 mm |
Printing
| Enclosure | Fully enclosed |
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| Max extruder temperature | 405 °C |
| Has heated bed | No |
| Heated chamber | Yes |
| Number of nozzles | 1 |
| Toolheads | 2 |
| Direct drive | No |
| Probing tool / Auto Bed Leveling | No |
| Filament width | 1.75 mm |
Connecting
| Connectivity | Ethernet |
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| Supports serial printing | No |
| Shipped firmware | The maker's own |
Files and slicing
| Supported file formats | G-code (.gcode, .gco, .g) |
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The printer
| Printer manufacturer / brand | Stratasys |
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| Printer model name | Fortus 450mc |
| Launched | November 4, 2014 |
| Still made | Yes |
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 Stratasys Fortus 450mc print?
Filament compatibility for the Stratasys Fortus 450mc: the materials Stratasys lists for it.
| Filament | Suitability | Notes |
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| PLA | Great | The easiest filament to print. Works on almost any printer; a heated bed helps adhesion but is not required. |
| PETG | With care | Marginal - PETG prefers a hotter bed (~70-80C) than this printer reaches. |
| TPU & flexibles | With care | Possible, but a Bowden extruder makes flexibles harder - print slowly and prefer firmer (higher-shore) TPU. |
| 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. |
| High-temperature (PEI, PEEK, PEKK) | 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.
When to choose the Stratasys Fortus 450mc
Choose it for high-performance materials in a mid-size envelope. The F900 has the same kind of materials in a much larger chamber; the F370 is the office-friendly choice for standard engineering plastics.
Pros
- Prints ULTEM 1010 and 9085, Antero 800NA and 840CN03, Nylon 12CF, PC, ASA and ABS.
- +/- 0.127 mm accuracy, with a heated build chamber.
- OpenAM software lets you tune print parameters for a material (a separate licence).
- Stratasys says 92 percent of Fortus 450mc printers still produce parts ten years after installation.
Cons
- Not supported by SimplyPrint yet: support could be built on GrabCAD's SDK.
- Runs Stratasys's closed controller with its own software, so there is no OctoPrint or Klipper route.
- Materials beyond Stratasys's own need the separately licensed OpenAM software.
- Needs three-phase power.
Who it suits
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Schools Not a good fit
An industrial production machine on three-phase power.
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Hobbyists Not a good fit
Built for industrial production.
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Businesses Great fit
Production tooling and end-use parts in high-performance materials.
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Print farms Can work
GrabCAD Print queues jobs across Stratasys printers, but SimplyPrint cannot manage it today.
Written from the maker's information and independent reviews. Read more by the manufacturer
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Printers from the same maker, of a similar size, printing the same engineering materials or multi-material like it, that you can buy today and that we know work with SimplyPrint.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Stratasys Fortus 450mc compatible with SimplyPrint?
Not yet. The maker's software would allow SimplyPrint to connect to the Stratasys Fortus 450mc, but we haven't built it.
What slicer should I use for the Stratasys Fortus 450mc?
None of the slicers in SimplyPrint's cloud can slice for the Stratasys Fortus 450mc that we know of: it doesn't take standard G-code. Use the slicer its maker recommends.
What filament can the Stratasys Fortus 450mc print?
Stratasys lists ABS & ASA, Polycarbonate (PC), Nylon (PA), Carbon-fiber & glass-filled and High-temperature (PEI, PEEK, PEKK) for the Fortus 450mc.
What is the Stratasys Fortus 450mc's bed size and build volume?
The Stratasys Fortus 450mc has a 406 x 355 mm print bed and prints up to 406 mm tall, a build volume of about 406 x 355 x 406 mm. See the full specifications table above for bed type, temperatures and more.
When did the Stratasys Fortus 450mc come out?
Stratasys launched the Fortus 450mc on November 4, 2014.
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