RigidBot
Develops sturdy, customizable FDM 3D printers as DIY kits or assembled units for consumers and hobbyists, offering large build volumes at affordable prices.
- CEO / Founder
- Michael Lundwall
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Defunct
- Total Funding
- $1.1M
- Latest Round
- Crowdfunding
- Key Investors
- Kickstarter backers
Technology & Products
Key Products
RigidBot Regular (10x10x10 inch build volume); RigidBot Big (larger build volume); 3D printer kits; Assembled printers; Replacement parts
Technological Advantage
Proprietary rigid frame design reduces vibration for better print quality; open-source approach creates community-driven improvements; cost structure enables large-format printing at consumer price points
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides open-source, modifiable 3D printers with robust construction at 1/4 the cost of comparable industrial machines, enabling accessible large-format printing for under $600.
How They Differentiate
Offers 6x larger build volume than Afinia H-Series at 1/4 the price; fully open-source vs MakerBot's closed ecosystem; sturdier construction than many consumer FDM printers
Market & Competition
Target Customers
DIY enthusiasts, hobbyists, educators, small businesses seeking affordable large-format 3D printing
Industry Verticals
Education; Consumer Goods; Rapid Prototyping
Competitors
MakerBot; Printrbot; Creality
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Kickstarter campaign raised $1,092,098 from 1,952 backers, exceeding $31,500 goal by 3,466%
Major Milestones
2012: Initial L5 3D printer concept on Kickstarter; 2013: RigidBot Kickstarter launch; 2014: First customer deliveries; 2016: Company closure reported