The Mingda MD-1000D is a large-format industrial FDM 3D printer with a 1000 mm³ build volume, dual extruders, and high-speed performance up to 300 mm/s. Built with HIWIN guides, CNC parts, and Klipper firmware, it delivers precise, high-quality prints using engineering-grade materials like carbon fiber and nylon. Designed for industries like automotive, aerospace, and medical, it supports complex multi-material projects and offers features like auto-leveling, remote monitoring, and power-loss recovery to streamline workflows for building functional prototypes, factory fixtures and molds.
What is the print quality and performance of the Mingda MD-1000D Industrial 3D Printer?
The Mingda MD-1000D offers high print quality with ±0.1 mm accuracy, 300 mm/s speed, and a 40 mm³/s flow rate. Its Klipper-based vibration compensation, flow control, and 0.01 mm “Baby step” nozzle adjustments ensure consistent extrusion and flawless first layers. A dual cooling system and enclosed chamber maintain part quality and prevent warping, while dual extruders enable precise multi-material printing with breakaway supports for smooth surface finishes.
Print Sample: A black PET-CF toolbox (575×335×94 mm) with mounting holes and embossed branding was printed in 1 day 12 hours.
Print Sample: A full-scale PLA-HF car seat (800×800×1000 mm) was printed in 3 days at 200 mm/s, showing a 5× speed advantage over standard FDM printers.
Print Sample: A dark blue impeller with 16 curved blades and a central hub bore, printed with smooth transitions and consistent geometry for fluid dynamics use.
Case Study: PATAK MOTORS cut prototyping lead times from weeks to days using the MINGDA MD-1000D with PET-CF filament, enabling faster iteration, less waste, and independence from traditional workshops.
Which filaments can you use with the Mingda MD-1000D FDM 3D Printer?
The MD-1000D supports 12+ materials, including PLA, TPU, PETG, PET-GF, PET-CF, PA12-CF, HtPA-GF, HtPA-CF, ABS-GF25, ABS-CF20, HtPA-GF25, and HtPA-CF25. The MD-1000D’s dual extruders support multi-material printing with PVA, S-Multi, and S-HtPA, enabling complex parts with overhangs and hollow structures while leaving clean surfaces. As an open system, it works with both Mingda and third-party filaments.
HTPA & S-HTPA Print Sample: A dark gray automotive bumper with mounting flanges, ribs, and a hexagonal aperture, printed with precise contours for use on a vehicle. HtPA materials handle 150°C, making them suitable for high-performance uses.
PET-CF Print Sample: A 974 x 329 x 246 mm black automotive part, printed with smooth finish and sharp edges.
PLA-HF Print Sample: A full-size helmet with red, yellow, and gold segments, angular contours, visor cutouts, and fine surface texture from fused filament deposition.
PET-CF 3D Print Sample: A black multi-spoke automotive wheel rim with five-bolt hub and radial spokes, printed with visible layer lines and uniform wall thickness for strength.
PET-CF Print Sample: A dark gray toilet tank housing with four mounting holes, a threaded inlet port, and side latches, printed with uniform layer lines and precise geometry for plumbing assembly.
PPS-GF Print Sample: A gray industrial housing with flanged base, bolt holes, and cylindrical outlet port, printed with visible striations and reinforced geometry for high-temperature applications.
What is the build volume of the Mingda MD-1000D?
The MD-1000D features a 1000 × 1000 × 1000 mm build volume, among the largest enclosed FDM printers. It prints full-size parts without splitting, reducing post-processing and preserving strength, while guide rails and closed-loop motors maintain precision across the entire workspace.
What is the difference between Mingda MD-1000D and Modix Big-Meter, Creatbot D1000 HS and BigRep One?
Mingda’s strengths are turnkey assembly and included dual (non-IDEX) extrusion at a mid-tier price; its trade-offs are no active chamber, lower peak flow (~40 mm³/s) than Modix Ultra and Creatbot, and smaller build volume than MAKEiT.
In contrast:
Modix BIG-60 V4 wins on price ($8,000+ vs $16,999+), Z-height (660 vs 600 mm), optional IDEX, and peak extrusion headroom (up to 160 mm³/s / >500 g/h with Ultra); it loses to Mingda on turnkey delivery (kit vs assembled) and included dual extruders (Modix is single by default), and—like Mingda—has no active chamber with practical nozzle limits tested ~340 °C (Mingda ≤350 °C, rec ≤320 °C), while both offer 110 °C beds.
Creatbot D600 Pro2 HS wins on thermal stability (60 °C active chamber), nozzle temperature (420 °C), and throughput (~90 mm³/s) while matching Mingda on price ($16,999+) and 600³ mm volume; it loses on bed temperature (100 vs 110 °C) and lacks IDEX (dual non-IDEX like Mingda).
MAKEiT 2×2 wins on build volume (650×650×800 mm) and nozzle ceiling (450 °C), unique Layer Shift Prevention technology, and arrives assembled (plus tested for 100 hours before shipping); it loses on price ($25,000+) and tooling flexibility (single-extruder only; no IDEX).
When connected via network, the MD-1000D provides 6 additional web-based controls accessible through a browser interface:
Task List - Drag G-code files to this task list for printing
Temperature Control - Displays machine temperature changes and allows pre-setting nozzle and bed temperatures
Camera - Monitors the printing status
Movement Control - Controls the movement of each axis and allows compensation settings after leveling
Printer Limits - Controls the maximum acceleration of the printer
Console - Sends G-code commands to run the machine and displays error output
In total, the Mingda MD-1000D offers 33 printer controls: 27 on-device controls through the touchscreen interface and 6 additional LAN-based controls for remote operation.
What connectivity options are available on the Mingda MD-1000D?
The Mingda MD-1000D supports 4 connectivity options: USB, SD card, WiFi and Ethernet. Direct connections are via USB ports, SD card slot, and U-disk support, enabling file transfers without needing a constant computer link.
For network use, the MD-1000D supports Wi-Fi and Ethernet, enabling remote printing, real-time webcam monitoring, and multi-machine control for mass production. Wi-Fi allows wireless access from computers or mobile devices, while Ethernet provides secure connections for sensitive environments.
What software is offered with the Mingda MD-1000D?
The Mingda MD-1000D supports multiple slicers, including MingDa OrcaSlicer (user-friendly with expert mode, print-time/material estimates, and presets for Mingda materials), PrusaSlicer, and self-developedMingda Cura (optimized Cura fork).
What is the design and build quality of the Mingda MD-1000D?
What is the design and form factor of the Mingda MD-1000D?
The MD-1000D has a fully enclosed industrial design with a metal frame, transparent acrylic doors, and a 1680 × 1365 × 1665 mm footprint at 480 kg. It features a 50 °C heated chamber, carbon-filtered air system, sealed filament storage, and a 10-inch multilingual LCD touchscreen.
What is the motion system of the Mingda MD-1000D?
The MD-1000D uses a Cartesian kinematic system. The X-axis runs on a belt-driven stepper motor, the Y-axis on a motor with synchronized rods, and the Z-axis on four 16 mm ball screws with a modular guide rail structure and closed-loop feedback.
What are the build platform specifications of the Mingda MD-1000D?
The MD-1000D offers a 10 mm aluminum heated bed (up to 110 °C, 60 °C in 75 s). It uses a flexible magnetic PEI-coated sheet for strong adhesion and easy removal, plus a recessed calibration zone for nozzle offset setup.
What is the hotend and extruder system of the Mingda MD-1000D?
The MD-1000D has two dual-gear direct-drive extruders with dual-gear grips, supporting 1.75 mm filament and nozzle temps up to 350 °C. Hotends use interchangeable nozzles — 0.4 mm hardened steel (standard), plus 0.6, 0.8, or 1.0 mm in brass, hardened steel, or DLC-coated steel. Each extruder includes part-cooling fans and a rear auxiliary fan.
How does the Mingda MD-1000D handle filament storage and feeding?
The MD-1000D has a sealed, heated filament chamber on the left side for two 2 kg spools of 1.75 mm filament. Filament feeds through PTFE tubes with tensioned cables and is monitored by runout sensors at the chamber exit and extruder inlet. Insertion triggers automatic feeding, with manual load/unload available via the touchscreen Extrude menu.
What is the mainboard of the Mingda MD-1000D?
The MD-1000D runs on a proprietary 64-bit six-core controller with 32 GB of storage and Klipper firmware. It features input shaping for vibration compensation and flow control algorithms for consistent print quality.
What are the power supply specifications of the Mingda MD-1000D?
The MD-1000D runs on 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, with 2700 W rated power. It includes a UPS to pause and resume prints during outages and an RCCB safety breaker in the rear panel.
What comes included in the box with Mingda MD-1000D?
MD-1000D 3D printer (assembled and factory calibrated)
USB flash drive with manual, videos, and software
Indicator light (install required)
Antenna (install required)
PEI flexible print platform
Essential tools set
Printed user manual
Filament drying box
The MD-1000D ships fully assembled and factory calibrated, needing only the indicator light and antenna installed before powering on. A USB flash drive includes the manual, videos, and slicing software. The PEI flexible platform ensures strong adhesion and easy part removal, while the drying box keeps filament in optimal condition for high-temperature materials.
Note: Package contents may vary by manufacturer. Confirm included items with a Top3DShop sales representative before ordering.
What upgrades and accessories are available for the Mingda MD-1000D?
Upgrades for the Mingda MD-1000D include hardened steel and silicon carbide nozzles, PEI build plates, replacement hotends, extruder gears, filament detection cables, and cooling fans.
Accessory
Function
Price (USD)
Integrated High Coat Hardened Steel Nozzle (single & 5pcs pack)
High durability nozzles for abrasive filaments
$55+ (single), $180+ (pack)
Integrated Silicon Carbide High Coat Nozzle
Extremely wear-resistant nozzle for abrasive filaments
$75+
Hotend Assembly
Complete hotend replacement or upgrade
$190+
Extruder Gear - Tool Steel
Material feed gear for filament drive
$40+
Extruder Gear - RNC Hardened Steel
Hardened material feed gear for durability
$45+
PEI Build Plate (1010x1010mm)
Build surfaces for adhesion and print removal
$385+
Limit Switch Filament Detection Cable, 200mm
Filament presence detection
$35+
Printhead Control Board
Control board for managing printhead operations
$105+
Heater
Hardened steel nozzle with heating
$85+
Hardened Steel Nozzles (0.4, 0.6, 0.8 mm)
Replacement hardened steel nozzles
$30+
Cooling Fan
Cooling fan for hotend and prints
$40+
Integrated High Coat Hardened Steel Nozzle
The Integrated High Coat Hardened Steel Nozzle provides superior durability and wear resistance, with an anti-friction, anti-corrosion coating that reduces filament adhesion and extends lifespan. Its high-temperature tolerance supports abrasive composites like PA-CF and PETG-CF, while precision machining ensures smooth flow and minimal clogging. The all-metal drop-in design prevents leaks and enables efficient, reliable extrusion.
Integrated Silicon Carbide High Coat Nozzle
The Integrated Silicon Carbide High Coat Nozzle delivers high flow with precision for performance materials. It combines durability and wear resistance with excellent thermal conductivity and stability, handling very high print temperatures without degradation.
Hotend Assembly
The Hotend Assembly is a pre-assembled unit for the MD-600D and MD-1000D, combining heater block, heatbreak, heatsink, modular nozzles, and optimized cooling. It ensures stable extrusion, fast heat-up, and easy maintenance for standard and engineering filaments. The drop-in unit includes hotend, heatsink, fans, thermistor, and heater cartridge, with high-power heating, precise temperature control, and quick-swap modular nozzles.
Extruder Gear - Tool Steel
The tool steel Extruder Gear provides high hardness and toughness to resist wear and deformation. Precision-machined teeth ensure strong filament grip, stable extrusion, and minimal slipping, even with abrasive materials like carbon fiber, nylon, and polycarbonate. Its sharp, spaced teeth improve feeding and print quality, delivering long service life under demanding conditions.
Extruder Gear - RNC Hardened Steel
The RNC-treated hardened steel Extruder Gear offers greater strength and lifespan than brass or stainless gears. Precision teeth ensure firm filament grip and stable extrusion, while the hardened surface resists wear from abrasive filaments like carbon fiber, glass fiber, and glow-in-the-dark blends. It provides consistent feeding for reliable quality in industrial, high-volume, or specialty filament printing.
PEI Build Plates
The 1010×1010 mm PEI Build Plate provide strong adhesion for PLA, PETG, ABS, nylon, and carbon-fiber filaments without extra adhesives. Withstand bed temps up to 110 °C, they use a spring-steel base for rigidity and flexibility, allowing easy part removal by bending.
Limit Switch Filament Detection Cable, 200mm
The 200 mm Limit Switch Filament Detection Cable works with the printer’s sensor to detect filament runout or breakage and pause prints. Built with a high-quality wire core and secure connectors, it ensures stable signals, while its wear-resistant design withstands repeated bending in demanding use.
Printhead Control Board
The Printhead Control Board powers the heater, thermistor, fans, and filament sensors, maintaining ±1 °C hotend accuracy. It features overcurrent, overvoltage, and thermal protection, with durable connectors to prevent disconnections. Compact and lightweight, it fits the printhead assembly and is plug-and-play compatible with the MD-600D and MD-1000D. Stable control ensures consistent extrusion and surface finish.
Heater
The Heater + Hardened Steel Nozzle combines a heating element with a wear-resistant nozzle for long-lasting use with abrasive filaments like carbon- or glass-fiber composites. The integrated heater ensures precise temperature control, consistent melt flow, and reliable extrusion for demanding applications.
Hardened Steel Nozzles
Hardened Steel Nozzles (0.4, 0.6, 0.8 mm) resist wear from abrasive filaments like carbon- and glass-fiber composites. Each nozzle maintains precise orifice size for consistent extrusion and resolution, lasting longer than brass under the same conditions.
Cooling Fan
The Cooling Fan directs airflow to the printhead and layers, preventing heat creep and improving adhesion on overhangs and fine details. Its durable motor and blades ensure reliable performance in long prints.
What maintenance does the Mingda MD-1000D require
After Each Print
Clean nozzle while warm to remove residue (avoid direct contact).
Regular Maintenance
Check print platform flatness; contact support if damaged.
Lubricate lead screw and guide rails periodically.
As Needed
Replace and store filament properly to prevent moisture issues.
Clear nozzle clogs by heating to 230 °C and manually extruding or using a fine needle.
Check and tighten extrusion gear and motor cables if extrusion problems arise.
Ensure printhead cooling fan works correctly.
Update software regularly for quality and efficiency.
What support and warranty come with the Mingda MD-1000D?
The Mingda MD-1000D includes a 1-year limited warranty when purchased through Top3DShop. Core components — mainboard, display, power supply, and motors — are covered for 12 months, while extruder kits are covered for 3 months. Coverage applies only to defects under normal use and excludes damage from misuse, unauthorized modifications, improper handling, or uncertified third-party parts.
Mingda provides complimentary technical support for setup, operation, and troubleshooting, mainly via email (support@3dmingda.com) or Whatsapp (+8613530306290). Assistance includes remote diagnostics, software guidance, and issue resolution, with priority given to warranty-related cases.
Purchasing through Top3DShop adds dedicated reseller support on top of Mingda’s warranty coverage. The expert team is available Monday–Friday via phone, email, or live chat, offering guidance from unboxing and calibration to on-site installation.
Full warranty terms: https://3dmingdaofficial.com/pages/after-sales-service-polices
How much does the Mingda MD-1000D cost?
The Mingda MD-1000D is priced at $30,689.07, offering strong value for a fully enclosed industrial 3D printer with a 1000 × 1000 × 1000 mm build volume, dual extruders, high-temp material compatibility, and print speeds up to 5× faster than peers. Positioned competitively in the large-format market, it combines performance and advanced features at a mid-to-high price point. Top3DShop supports flexible purchasing through financing for eligible businesses and purchase orders for educational institutions, making the MD-1000D more accessible to professional users.
Input voltage
220V 50/60Hz
Model
MD-1000D
Acceleration
10000mm/s²
Connectivity
WiFi or network cable
Extruder type
Dual Extruders
Filament compatibility
Common filament: PLA, PETG; Engineering filament: PET-CF/GF, HtPA-CF/GF, HtPA-GF25/CF25; Support filament: S-Mulit, S-HtPA, etc
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