Nanoscribe, a German-based company located in Karlsruhe, specializes in manufacturing advanced 3D printers. These printers usecutting-edge two-photon polymerization technology, enabling breakthroughs in micro-optics, micromechanics, biomedical engineering, and photonics. As a part of the BICO Group, Nanoscribe aims to bridge the gap between technology and biology, with a focus on mitigating organ shortages and expediting drug development. Their product lineup includes the Quantum series, consisting of the X, X bio, X shape, and X align models, as well as the Photonic Professional GT2.
Features of the Quantum X
One notable offering is the Quantum X printer, which stands out as the world’s first printer to combine two-photon polymerization technology with grayscale lithography. Through its unique two-photon grayscale lithography (2GL®) capability and a spacious printing area measuring 50 x 50 mm², the printer achieves an impressive resolution of up to 100 nanometers. This makes it highly suitable for microscale printing, with typical structure sizes ranging from 50 to 700 micrometers, as well as mesoscale printing for structures up to 50 millimeters in size. The Quantum X excels in speed, making it ideal for rapid prototyping, low-volume production, and wafer-scale manufacturing. It also features a user-friendly interface with a touchscreen and remote interfaces for enhanced accessibility. Compatible with the GrayScribeX software, it allows for easy conversion of CAD models into grayscale images, while the nanoConnectX software enables remote access to the printer’s functions.
