BigRep
BigRep VIIO 250
Large-format industrial 3D printing with automated continuous production
The BigRep VIIO 250 is a fully automated large-format 3D printer built for reliable industrial manufacturing of functional parts at scale. A robust frame, actively heated build chamber, dual Smart Manufacturing Extruders, and workflow automation combine to deliver industrial print quality in a compact machine footprint.
Designed for high efficiency, the BigRep VIIO 250 helps produce more quality parts in less time with reduced energy consumption. The system is built to reduce manual intervention so production can run more independently while maintaining consistency.
Large and complex prints with industrial-quality control
Dual SMX extruders tackle complex geometries, while continuous printing features can process up to 32 kg with hands-off production. The actively heated chamber and robust machine design support large-scale parts with the stability needed for repeatable industrial output.
Engineering materials for functional, durable parts
Precisely controlled SMX extruders reach up to 350°C, enabling prints with engineering-grade and carbon-fibre materials. The open material system gives users the flexibility to choose compatible materials for specific mechanical, thermal, or application requirements.
Built for high-resolution complex geometries
The BigRep VIIO 250 combines dual extruders, embedded sensors, and selectable nozzle sizes of 0.4 mm, 0.6 mm, and 1.0 mm to support fast, high-resolution printing. LED status indicators on the extruders provide at-a-glance machine feedback during operation.
Industrial automation features that reduce manual intervention
Non-stop high-resolution prints
The BigRep VIIO 250 is built for reliable continuous production with automation features that simplify industrial 3D printing. Core functions include Relay Mode backup extrusion, auto print bed calibration, auto-sequential printing, and the Infinity Box automated filament handler.
Dual Smart Manufacturing Extruders and an intuitive machine interface with animated guides make advanced production workflows easier to manage. These integrated automation features are designed to maximise machine efficiency and support dependable long-run manufacturing.
The VIIO 250 is engineered for affordable production of functional parts while reducing the time operators spend actively managing print jobs. The result is a workflow focused on output, consistency, and reduced hands-on oversight.
Use cases for industrial part production
Automotive-grade parts
The BigRep VIIO 250 produces durable parts for automotive applications using engineering-grade materials. The combination of strength, low weight, accuracy, repeatability, and resolution supports innovation across multiple stages of the design workflow.
Functional prototypes
The open-material system allows users to choose from a wide variety of filaments and more accurately replicate final-part requirements before production. That flexibility supports faster iteration, lower fabrication costs, and more efficient design validation.
Durable tooling
The BigRep VIIO 250 can produce low-cost rapid tooling for factory floors, including jigs and fixtures. Automation features support reliable in-house production of geometrically complex tooling, helping replace slower conventional methods with on-demand manufacturing.
Machine overview for large-format production environments
Worry-free automation and massive build volume
Large build chamber for huge high-resolution parts
Large-scale build chamber
The actively temperature-controlled build chamber measures 1000 x 500 x 500 mm for a total build volume of 250 litres and heats to 50°C. That controlled environment is designed to support maximum geometric accuracy for large-format parts.
The compact machine design delivers large-format capacity in a robust, sleek frame intended to fit in a wide range of workspaces. If the printer is moved, automatic portal levelling fully recalibrates the machine after relocation to help preserve consistent print quality.
24/7 automation for maximised efficiency
Unattended production features
The BigRep VIIO 250 brings desktop-style ease of use into an industrial platform with automated bed mapping, filament flow rate adjustment, and X/Y calibration. These functions support unattended operation and more predictable production workflows.
Two key automation systems are the Infinity Box and Relay Mode. The Infinity Box loads new filament automatically when material runs out during a print job, while Relay Mode provides an auto-backup extruder function for reliable non-stop printing.
The printer also includes a new controls platform designed to deliver industrial CNC quality and supports instant over-the-air software updates for newly released features.
Dual SMX extruders for advanced print control
Precise, flexible extrusion for technical materials
The dual Smart Manufacturing Extruders are designed for controlled processing of demanding materials at temperatures up to 350°C. That capability supports engineering-grade and carbon-fibre filaments for functional parts that require more than general-purpose material performance.
Embedded sensors improve print control during operation, and the three supported nozzle sizes allow users to balance surface detail, throughput, and part geometry requirements. LED light indicators on the extruders provide clear visual status updates.
User interface and workflow tools for easier operation
Intuitive machine user interface
The multi-lingual user interface is designed to make machine operation more natural and easier to follow. Animated guides walk users through each step with clear status information, alerts, and warnings.
The Print Queue feature lets operators check and assign the order of print jobs, helping manage workflow more efficiently and maintain productivity in multi-part or sequential production settings.
Automatic filament handling for continuous printing
The Infinity Box
The Infinity Box is an add-on feature that enables users to start a print and leave the machine running without manually changing filament when material runs out. During an active print job, the system detects depletion and loads new filament automatically.
The Infinity Box also functions as an active keep-dry box to store filament in optimal conditions. It holds four spools of up to 8 kg each, supporting longer production runs and more stable material handling.
Heated bed and removable print surface for strong adhesion
Precise prints with compatible materials
The print bed reaches up to 120°C and maintains uniform heat distribution to support strong part formation and reliable adhesion. The flexible SWITCHPLATE® removable print bed surface keeps prints fixed during the job and allows parts to be removed quickly once the printer cools.
The magnetic SWITCHPLATE is removable and available with different coatings for different materials, expanding material options while helping match the bed surface to application needs.
Open material system for wider material choice
The BigRep VIIO 250 is built around an open material system that supports innovation and application flexibility. Users can print with any compatible filament, whether from BigRep or a third-party supplier.
BigRep's industrial-grade filament portfolio ranges from affordable general-use materials to technical materials for demanding industrial applications. These materials are produced under controlled conditions to maintain uniform diameter and consistent composition for reliable, even extrusion.