Co Print Quadro: Four independent toolheads enable waste-free multicolor and multi-material FFF

Co Print presents Quadro, the company’s first proprietary 3D printer. The device is designed for multi-color and multi-material printing without the material waste typically associated with color changes. The manufacturer describes the concept as “waste-free” and refers to an extrusion architecture that does not require filament cutting, purging, or cleaning cycles at the nozzle. Quadro thus addresses a key weakness of many multicolor approaches: material consumption during changes and the associated process complexity.

Technically, Quadro relies on a bed slinger architecture. At its heart are four completely independent toolheads that sit on a common X-axis but move independently of each other. Each toolhead can be loaded with its own filament and configured separately. Temperature, flow, and material-specific parameters are mentioned. Each toolhead uses its own stepper motor. Depending on the printing sequence, the toolheads can work simultaneously or sequentially.

Quadro uses defined parking positions outside the build space for changes. There are four parking bays on the X-axis, two on the right and two on the left. When a toolhead is not active, it moves to its station and remains there with the nozzle capped. According to the manufacturer, this enables immediate changes without the need for cleaning or rinsing. Co Print thus combines two promises: less material waste and a significant reduction in printing time.

Co Print specifies a build volume of 300 × 300 × 300 millimeters. The manufacturer classifies the system as compact and accessible, with reference to applications for creators, makers, and professional users.

The market launch is to take place via Kickstarter. Co Print has opened an early access reservation for this purpose. According to the manufacturer, this reservation is fully refundable and does not constitute a purchase. Early access members are to receive preferential delivery and launch benefits.