Pellet extrusionCaracol · official manufacturer imageCaracol Heron AM
Modular robot-based additive extrusion platform for large polymer and composite components.
Source reviews: 2026-10-16.
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| Introduction year | Not verified |
|---|---|
| Model family | Heron AM |
| Process | Pellet extrusion |
| Build envelope (X × Y × Z) | Not verified |
| Nominal box volume | Not verified |
| Enclosure | Not verified |
| Materials cited in this profile | Thermoplastic polymers, Composite pellets |
| Manufacturer listing status | Official documentation available |
| Regional stock and price | Check the manufacturer |
| Market grouping | Industrial · editorial grouping |
Technical specifications
| Robot Options | KUKA, FANUC or ABB |
|---|---|
| Motion Architecture | Six or more controlled robot axes |
| Extruder Options | HA, HV, HF and xHF |
| Feedstock | Fiber-reinforced thermoplastic pellets |
| Material Feed Capacity | 50–80 kg, expandable Published storage range; capacity can increase through connected storage or multiple feed units. |
| Material Conditioning | Automated feed from a drying unit |
| Software | Eidos Builder and Eidos Nexus |
| Base Extensions | X-axis rail or Y-axis plinth |
| Tool Change Option | Automatic exchange of extruders and milling head |
| Cell Options | Light curtains, protective cage, controlled enclosure or portable container |
Application-specific configuration
Heron AM is a modular robotic platform rather than one fixed-size printer. Robot, extruder, base, bed and enclosure selections determine the installation’s capabilities.
Planning and automation
Eidos supports planar, angled and non-planar toolpaths. Optional automatic bed release and tool changing extend the system toward repeated production and hybrid machining.
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Introduction year has not been established from the cited evidence.
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Modular platform: the working envelope and extruder depend on the specified system.
A larger nominal envelope does not establish better print quality. Fit depends on the configuration, usable area, supports, and orientation.
Flexbot
Manufacturer rendering of a Flexbot configuration. Cell dimensions, robot count and accessories vary by configuration.
