{"id":1545,"date":"2026-04-06T00:00:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T00:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/3dprintingservices.com\/blog\/metal-1-0-exceeds-kickstarter-goal-aiming-for-affordable-sub-e10k-metal-3d-printing\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T00:00:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T00:00:57","slug":"metal-1-0-exceeds-kickstarter-goal-aiming-for-affordable-sub-e10k-metal-3d-printing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/3dprintingservices.com\/blog\/metal-1-0-exceeds-kickstarter-goal-aiming-for-affordable-sub-e10k-metal-3d-printing\/","title":{"rendered":"Metal 1.0 Exceeds Kickstarter Goal: Aiming for Affordable Sub-\u20ac10k Metal 3D Printing"},"content":{"rendered":"

A new frontier in affordable metal 3D printing is being paved by Dutch engineer Thomas Martinus Gerardus Bakker, who has introduced the Metal 1.0<\/strong> machine. Developed under his company, Metal Base<\/strong>, the Metal 1.0 is being touted as the world\u2019s first accessible laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) system with a target price below \u20ac10,000. The project launched on Kickstarter with a goal of \u20ac51,000, and as of April 3, 2026, it has surpassed expectations, raising \u20ac110,870 from backers.<\/p>\n

The Metal 1.0 is designed for labs, startups, and R&D teams needing production-ready metal components. Unlike traditional metal 3D printers that can exceed \u20ac100k, this machine is compact and can operate from a standard wall outlet, eschewing the need for expensive facility upgrades or specialized operators.<\/p>\n

How Is the Metal 1.0 Affordable?<\/h3>\n

Metal Base has optimized the printer’s optics and motion systems to reduce costs while maintaining performance. Notably, the Metal 1.0 is sold as a kit, meaning users will assemble it themselves. The assembly process is designed to be straightforward, requiring only basic handyman skills and adhering to a detailed manual. The more delicate components, including precision Z-axis piston blocks and laser optics, are pre-fabricated at the factory.<\/p>\n

Software, Materials, and Availability<\/h3>\n

The printer operates on Klipper firmware and is compatible with OrcaSlicer, offering users flexibility in their printing workflows. As a bona fide LPBF printer, it employs a high-power diode laser to melt metal powder selectively. Its material compatibility is broad, utilizing standard, lower-cost metal powders instead of heavy-duty proprietary cartridges.<\/p>\n

The printing capabilities are impressive, with the current specifications achieving the following densities:<\/p>\n