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Ultimaker Method XL at a glance
The Ultimaker Method XL is a 3D printer by Ultimaker with a 305 x 305 x 320 mm build volume.
- Build volume
- 305 x 305 x 320 mm
- Prints well
- PLA, PETG
Connect the Ultimaker Method XL to SimplyPrint
Does the Ultimaker Method XL 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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SimplyPrint
Not compatible
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Klipper (Moonraker)
Not compatible
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OctoPrint
Directly, over USB
Not compatible
No known way to connect it to SimplyPrint
Unfortunately, the Ultimaker Method XL is currently not, to our knowledge, compatible with OctoPrint, Mainsail, Fluidd, or SimplyPrint. For the best 3D printing experience, consider other 3D printers that are compatible with these softwares.
How we determine compatibility
We consider a printer compatible if it works with one or more of the following:
- SimplyPrint custom integration for this specific model
- OctoPrint support (requires the printer to support serial printing)
- Klipper support (printer can run Klipper, either by flashing compatible firmware or using an external controller/pad)
OctoPrint compatibility is primarily based on whether the printer supports serial communication. If serial printing is not supported, we mark OctoPrint as not compatible.
Note: Some printers have third-party OctoPrint plugins that enable unofficial/custom connections. We don’t maintain a list of these plugins, so they are not reflected in our compatibility data.
What slicer to use for the Ultimaker Method XL
Use Cura, Ultimaker's own slicer: it has a ready-made profile for the Ultimaker Method XL.
Ready-made profile for the Ultimaker Method XL
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CuraOfficial slicer for Ultimaker · Runs in the SimplyPrint cloud
No profile for the Ultimaker Method XL
PrusaSlicer
OrcaSlicer
BambuStudio
ElegooSlicer
CrealityPrint
Kiri:MotoWe only list slicers you can use in the SimplyPrint cloud, so there may be others for the Ultimaker Method XL.
Cloud-Based Slicer for Ultimaker Method XL: Use Cura Online
Use Cura and other slicers - directly in your browser with SimplyPrint's online cloud slicer. No installation required. Slice your Ultimaker Method XL models from any device, anywhere in the world!
Try Online Slicer NowProfiles and other slicers
Automatic Profile Updates: Profiles are automatically checked and fetched from the slicer GitHub repositories every day, as well as from our own open-source community-driven slicer profile database. This ensures you always have access to the latest profiles.
Note: Other slicers, such as Simplify3D, ideaMaker, SuperSlicer and KISSlicer, aren't in our cloud, so we don't track their profiles. They may still work well with your Ultimaker Method XL: check the slicer's own documentation or forums for a profile. You can also contribute profiles to our open-source slicer profile database on GitHub.
Ultimaker Method XL specifications: bed size, print height and more
Its size, temperatures, multi-material and how it connects, from the maker and our own research.
Size
| Build volume | 305 x 305 x 320 mm |
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| Bed type | Square |
| Bed size | 305 x 305 mm |
| Max print height | 320 mm |
Printing
| Max extruder temperature | 280 °C |
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| Has heated bed | Yes |
| Max bed temperature | 105 °C |
| Number of nozzles | 1 |
| Direct drive | No |
| Probing tool / Auto Bed Leveling | No |
| Filament width | 1.75 mm |
Connecting
| Supports serial printing | Yes |
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| Shipped firmware | Marlin |
Files and slicing
| Supported file formats | G-code (.gcode, .gco, .g) |
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The printer
| Printer manufacturer / brand | Ultimaker |
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| Printer model name | Method XL |
| Made by a company from | Netherlands |
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 Ultimaker Method XL print?
Filament compatibility for the Ultimaker Method XL: the materials it can handle, judged from its hotend, bed, chamber and enclosure.
| 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 | Great | Comfortably in range (PETG likes a ~230-250C hotend and a ~70-85C bed). |
| TPU & flexibles | With care | Possible, but a Bowden extruder makes flexibles harder - print slowly and prefer firmer (higher-shore) TPU. |
| ABS & ASA | With care | The bed is hot enough, but ABS and ASA warp without an enclosure, which is strongly recommended for clean prints. |
| Nylon (PA) | With care | Possible with care - an enclosure and very dry filament are essential. |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | With care | On the edge - PC really wants an enclosed, hot chamber to avoid warping. |
| Carbon-fiber & glass-filled | With care | Possible if you fit a hardened or wear-resistant nozzle - the abrasive fibers quickly wear a stock brass nozzle. |
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.
Printers like the Ultimaker Method XL that work with SimplyPrint
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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Ultimaker S5
330 x 240 x 330 mmConnects with: SimplyPrint ClientAlso by Ultimaker · Similar build volumeCompatible -
Ultimaker S7 Pro
330 x 240 x 300 mmConnects with: SimplyPrint ClientAlso by Ultimaker · Similar build volumeCompatible -
Creality K1 Max
300 x 300 x 300 mmConnects with: SimplyPrint Client, Klipper (Moonraker)Similar build volumeCompatible -
Snapmaker U1
270 x 270 x 270 mmConnects with: SimplyPrint Client, Klipper (Moonraker)Similar build volumeCompatible
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ultimaker Method XL compatible with SimplyPrint?
To our knowledge the Ultimaker Method XL is not yet supported. SimplyPrint works with 130+ brands and 600+ models via OctoPrint, Klipper and built-in integrations - check the compatibility list for a supported printer.
What slicer should I use for the Ultimaker Method XL?
We recommend Cura for the Ultimaker Method XL. You can run it, and 6 other slicers, directly in SimplyPrint's online slicer - no install, on any device, with profiles for the Ultimaker Method XL kept up to date automatically.
Can I use OrcaSlicer with the Ultimaker Method XL?
Yes, but OrcaSlicer has no built-in profile for the Ultimaker Method XL that we know of: start from a similar printer's profile and set the bed size, height and nozzle to match.
What filament can the Ultimaker Method XL print?
Based on its specs (hotend up to 280C, heated bed up to 105C), the Ultimaker Method XL handles PLA or PETG well. See the full filament guide above for ABS, nylon, PC and composites.
What is the Ultimaker Method XL's bed size and build volume?
The Ultimaker Method XL has a 305 x 305 mm print bed and prints up to 320 mm tall, a build volume of about 305 x 305 x 320 mm. See the full specifications table above for bed type, temperatures and more.
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