The Markforged Onyx Pro
Affordable continuous-fibre printing for strong, functional parts
The Markforged Onyx Pro
The Markforged Onyx Pro is a professional desktop 3D printer designed to produce strong, functional composite parts using Onyx termoplastic and continuous fibreglass reinforcement.
Combining fused filament fabrication (FFF) with Markforged’s Continuous Filament Fabrication (CFF) technology, the Onyx Pro allows engineers and manufacturers to produce fibreglass-reinforced parts directly in-house. The result is a practical way to create strong prototypes, fixtures, tooling and functional components without relying on conventional manufacturing methods for every part.
With its compact footprint, robust construction and cloud-based Eiger software, the Onyx Pro brings continuous-fibre composite printing into an accessible desktop format.
Why choose the Markforged Onyx Pro
The Onyx Pro is designed for teams that need more from their 3D printed parts than conventional plastics can provide.
By combining Onyx with continuous fibreglass reinforcement, the Onyx Pro produces parts with significantly greter strength and stiffness than traditional printing plastics. this makes it suitable for demanding engineering applications where standard FF parts may not provide the required mechanical performace.
High-strength composite printing
The Onyx Pro uses continuous fibreglass reinforcement to produce strong, durable composite parts.
With a reported tensile strength of up to 590 Mpa, continuous-fibre reinforced parts can achieve 19 times the tensile strength of ABS and 1.9 times that of 6061-T6 aluminium.
This makes the Onyx Pro suitable for producing functional components that need to withstand real-world loads, rather than simply being used as visual prototypes.
Onyx and continuous fibreglass
The Onyx Pro combines two complementary materials to create strong composite parts.
Onyx provides a rigid, precise thermoplastic base, while continuous fibreglass can be added within the printed part to increase its mechanical performance. Fibre reinforcement can be incorporated into the part where additional strength is required, allowing engineers to produce lightweight components with a high strength-to-weight ratio.
The Onyx Pro also supports Precise PLA and Smooth TPU as plastic materials, giving users additional options for different applications.
Professional performance in a compact system
The Onyx Pro is built around a durable chassis and precision components, providing a reliable platform for producing engineering-grade parts.
Its 320 x 132 x 154 mm build volume provides useful capacity for prototypes, tooling, fixtures and functional components, while its compact 584 x 330 x 355 mm machine footprint allows it to fit comfortably into an engineering or workshop environment.
A kinematically coupled print bed is flat to within 160 μm, while the second-generation extrusion system includes out-of-plastic detection to help monitor the printing process.
Designed for functional parts
The Onyx Pro is designed to take 3D printing beyond prototyping and into practical engineering applications.
Whether producing a one-off replacement component, a production aid, a fixture or a functional prototype, the combination of Onyx and continuous fibreglass provides a straightforward way to manufacture strong composite parts in-house.
By producing parts directly from digital designs, engineering teams can reduce reliance on external suppliers and quickly iterate designs as requirements change.
The Digital Forge:
Powered by Eiger Software
The Markforged Onyx Pro is powered by Eiger, Markforged’s cloud-based 3D printing software.
Eiger provides the digital workflow between your CAD model and the finished part, allowing users to prepare prints and manage the printing process through a connected software environment.
The Onyx Pro is supplied with Eiger Cloud, with additional software options available depending on your requirements.
Eiger also incorporates security features including two-factor authentication, organisation administrator access and single sign-on.
Materials available
The Markforged Onyx Pro supports a focused range of thermoplastic and continuous-fibre materials for producing functional composite parts.
The Markforged Onyx Pro
Affordable continuous-fibre printing for strong, functional parts
Base materials:
Onyx
Onyx FR
Onyx FR-A
Onyx ESD
Precise PLA
Smooth TPU 95A
Continuous fibres:
Glass fibre
| Specifications | Markforged Mark Two |
|---|---|
| Build Volume | 320 x 132 x 154 mm |
| Layer Height | 100 μm default, 250 μm maximum |
| Materials (plastics) | Onyx, Onyx FR, Onyx ESD, Nylon White, P-PLA, S-TPU |
| Materials (continuous fibres) | Fibreglass |
| Power | 100-240 VAC, 150 W |
| Weight | 16 kg |
Speak to Mark3D about the Markforged Onyx Pro
If you’re looking for a practical way to produce stronger 3D printed parts in-house, the Markforged Onyx Pro could provide the right combination of composite performance, ease or use and desktop convenience.
Mark3D can help you assess your applications, materials and part requirements to determine whether the Onyx Pro is the right solution for your business.
Talk to Mark3D about the Onyx Pro.
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Farley Lane, Romsley, Halesowen, B62 0LG
Phone: +44 121 661 1151
Freephone: 0800 193 3650
Email: printstronger@mark3d.co.uk
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Frequently asked questions about the Markforged Onyx Pro
What is the Markforged Onyx Pro?
The Markforged Onyx Pro is a professional desktop 3D printer that combines fused filament fabrication with continuous filament fabrication. It produces Onyx thermoplastic parts reinforced with continuous fibreglass for applications requiring greater strength and stiffness.
What materials can the Onyx Pro print?
The Onyx Pro supports Onyx, Precise PLA and Smooth TPU plastics, together with continuous fibreglass reinforcement.
How strong are Onyx Pro parts?
The supplied Markforged specification gives a tensile strength of 590 MPa for continuous fibreglass-reinforced parts. This is stated as 19 times the tensile strength of ABS and 1.9 times that of 6061-T6 aluminium.
What can you use the Onyx Pro for?
The Onyx Pro is designed for producing strong, functional composite parts. Typical applications include prototypes, fixtures, tooling and functional components where conventional plastic 3D printing may not provide sufficient mechanical performance.
What software does the Onyx Pro use?
The Onyx Pro is supplied with Eiger Cloud, Markforged’s cloud-based 3D printing software. Additional software options are available at additional cost.
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