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FibreSeeker 3 — Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printer

Desktop continuous-fiber 3D printer for load-bearing parts that replace machined aluminum.

  • In stock in the US — ship date confirmed by email after you order.
  • 1-year warranty in every bundle · 2 years with Pro and Enterprise
  • US service from Starter up · support line +1 (747) 800-4854

$2,699

Prices follow supplier cost and stock availability and are updated regularly. The price you see is today's price — once you order, it's held for 7 days.
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Built for production teams

What your process engineering lead actually checks

Supported by the team that runs it

We run AO Metal and partner systems daily for our own print services, so install, training, and first builds are handled by engineers who actually operate the machine. When you call support, you reach the team that qualified it.

An applications engineer on the line

Questions on build volume, laser config, throughput, or material compatibility? A named applications engineer scopes it directly — not a sales rep. Most replies in under 4 hours, NDA standard.

About this product

Aerospace-grade carbon fiber.
On your bench.

The FibreSeeker 3 co-extrudes true continuous carbon or glass fiber with plastic — not chopped filler — to print end-use parts up to 900 MPa that replace machined aluminum.

From $2,699slicer and 1-year warranty in every bundle
Continuous fiberDual-nozzle CFC65 °C chamberUS service
Tensileup to 900 MPaBuild volume300 × 300 × 245 mmFibreSeeker 3 laying continuous carbon fiber
900 MPa
Composite tensile strength
2-in-1
Fiber + plastic nozzle
500 mm/s
Max print speed
65 °C
Active heated chamber

$4.6M+raised on Kickstarter
1,500+backers worldwide
Featured by 3DPrint.com, New Atlas & Fabbaloo — and independently toured by 3D Musketeers.
Already running at tier-1 companies in the US · see printed parts in our showroom.

CHOOSE YOUR BUNDLE

The printer, or the printer and an engineer.

Every bundle ships the same FibreSeeker 3. What changes is the help around it — onboarding, spares, warranty and how much fiber you start with.

Basic

$2,699
SupportManufacturer’s engineers in China · remote
  • FibreSeeker 3 printer + accessory kit
  • 1 × X-CCF · 2 × PLA

Choose Basic

MOST POPULAR

Starter

$3,445
SupportUS service · your time zone
  • Everything in Basic
  • Live video onboarding + review of your first part
  • Filament dryer + consumable kit
  • 2 × X-CCF · 2 × X-CGF · 4 × PETG · 4 × PLA

Choose Starter

Pro

$4,495
SupportUS service · 2-year warranty
  • Everything in Starter
  • Spare hotend set (CCF + FFF)
  • 6 × X-CCF · 4 × X-CGF · 4 × PETG · 4 × PLA

Choose Pro

Enterprise

$5,495
SupportUS service · engineering hours
  • Everything in Pro
  • First service hour + 2 engineering hours
  • 10 × X-CCF · 10 × X-CGF · 4 × PETG · 4 × PLA

Choose Enterprise

Why most teams pick Starter: for $746 more than Basic, support moves to the US — our engineer onboards you live, reviews your first part and stays your contact — plus the dryer, consumables and fiber to print real parts from day one.

Prices are per bundle, before tax and delivery. Need more fiber, extra engineering hours or several machines? Tell us the mix and we will price it.

Serviced in the USA

A US service centre and support line.

With Starter, Pro and Enterprise your FibreSeeker 3 is supported and repaired in the United States — the same team runs your demo, your onboarding and your warranty. Basic is supported remotely by the manufacturer’s engineering team.

  • Support line — +1 (747) 800-4854 rings our team in California, not an overseas ticket queue.
  • US service centre — warranty repairs, replacement parts and hotends handled in the US. When a unit was damaged in transit, our engineer delivered and set up the replacement on site.
  • Fiber and spares in US stock — X-CCF, X-CGF, PETG, PLA and composite hotends, no waiting on overseas freight.
Sterling demonstrating the FibreSeeker 3 continuous carbon fiber 3D printer
Sterling walking engineers through the FibreSeeker 3

See it before you buy

Watch it print, live.

Thirty minutes on Google Meet with a FibreSeeker 3 running on camera. Send a small STEP, STL or 3MF at least 24 hours ahead and we set it up, or we run one of our sample parts.

We start a continuous-fiber print, walk you through the slicer and give you a straight answer: whether your part gains from continuous fiber, what it costs per part and which bundle fits.

Sterling
Live demo
30 minutes with our engineers
Led by Sterling, US service engineer
  • Monday to Friday, 9 am – 6 pm Eastern
  • Mutual NDA on request
  • No obligation to buy
Pick a time →
Times are shown in your own time zone.

The breakthrough

One nozzle. Two filaments. Tunable strength.

Patented dual-nozzle CFC head

Composite Fiber Co-extrusion (CFC) lays unbroken fiber paths through the part, with a built-in cutter and break and clog sensors on both paths.

▣ FFF NOZZLE
0.4 mm · 350 °C
All-metal · hardened steel
PLA · PETG · PC · PA · PACF · PETGF
◈ CFC NOZZLE
0.7 mm · 350 °C
Built-in fiber cutter
Continuous carbon (X-CCF) · glass (X-CGF)
  • ▲

    Three print modes

    High-speed (FFF only, up to 500 mm/s), high-strength (fiber + plastic) and hyper-strength (fiber-dominant) — one machine from prototype to load-bearing part.

  • ◎

    Lattice infill with fiber

    Reinforce the load path and keep the rest light — the slicer routes fiber automatically from presets.

  • ◆

    65 °C active chamber, auto-leveling

    Stable large prints and a calibrated first layer without manual tuning.

  • ▸

    Built-in 720p camera

    Watch prints remotely and record time-lapses from the touchscreen or PC app.

Stronger. Lighter. Cheaper.

One bracket, two ways to make it.

The manufacturer’s comparison for the same bracket: CNC-milled 6061 aluminum versus printed with X-CCF continuous carbon.

Manufacturer figures. Real results depend on geometry, fiber routing and print settings.

CNC 6061 aluminum
Strength290–310 MPa
Weight≈260 g
Cost≈$130
Lead time3–7 days
FibreSeeker 3 · X-CCF
Strengthup to 900 MPa
Weight≈150 g
Cost≈$9
Lead time6–9 hours
FibreSeeker 3 · from $2,699 · in stock in the US, with US service from Starter upChoose your bundleRequest a formal quote

Continuous carbon fiber parts printed on the FibreSeeker 3
What it makes

End-use parts, not just prototypes.

UAV

Drone & UAV structures

Frames and arms that survive crashes and stay light.

MNT

Brackets & mounts

Metal-replacement parts on the load path.

JIG

Jigs, fixtures & vise jaws

Stiff, wear-resistant tooling for the shop floor.

R&D

Functional R&D

Impellers, housings and test hardware.

See it in action

Watch the FibreSeeker 3 print continuous fiber.

Inside the factory — an independent walkthrough
Meet the maker — CEO Ryan Liu

Full specifications
FibreSeeker 3
Continuous-fiber composite · CFC + FFF
Printer body
Build volume300 × 300 × 245 mm
Device size615 × 595 × 540 mm
Weight32 kg
FramePlastic & glass
Accuracy±0.2 mm
Min. layer50 µm
Printhead
HotendAll-metal, hardened steel
FFF nozzle0.4 mm · 350 °C
CFC nozzle0.7 mm · 350 °C
Fiber cutterBuilt-in
Filament1.75 mm
Chamber & bed
Chamber heatingActive, up to 65 °C
Build plateFlexible high-temp
Max bed temp110 °C
Bed levelingFully automatic
Speed
Max FFF speed500 mm/s
Max CFC speed20 cc/h
Materials
FFF plasticPLA·PETG·PC·PA·PACF·PETGF
CFC fiberX-CCF · X-CGF
Composite tensileup to 900 MPa
StorageFiber in chamber · plastic on rear hangers
Electronics
Screen5-inch touchscreen
Storage32 GB eMMC + USB
Camera1280 × 720 live view
SensorsPlastic & fiber break / clog
Cooling3 fans, closed-loop
Software & power
SlicerDedicated CFC + FFF
OSWindows · macOS
FormatsSTL · STP · 3MF
Electrical100–120 / 200–240 VAC · 1350 W max
FibreSeeker 3 technical specifications
Full technical data on one page, to share with your engineers or purchasing.

Download specifications (PDF)

Buying for a team or on a PO? We email a formal quotation within one business day.Choose your bundleRequest a formal quote

FibreSeeker 3 carbon fiber 3D printer with its accessory kit laid out
In the box

Ready to print the day it arrives.

Every bundle includes the printer, its starter filament and the accessory kit:

1FibreSeeker 3 printer
2Plastic filament
3CFC plastic filament
4CCF 1K continuous-fiber filament
5Quick-start guide
6Grease
7Solid adhesive
8Tweezers
9Scraper
10Diagonal pliers
11Hex wrenches
12PTFE tube
13Screw set
14Spare FFF nozzle
15Thermal silicone grease
16FFF hot-end assembly
17Nozzle cleaning needle

Plus a US power cord, the slicer suite (Windows / macOS) and a 1-year manufacturer warranty.

Refills, in US stock

Fiber and filament for FibreSeeker 3.

The same spools the bundles ship with — order more any time, shipped from the US.

Why buy it from Additive Plus

One US partner for the printer, the fiber and the service.

Additive Plus is a California additive manufacturing company. We sell and support metal, resin, ceramic and composite printers and run our own 3D printing service — see our 200+ qualified 3D printers and the FFF & composite lineup.

Formal quotation

Need a quote for purchasing?

Tell us the bundle, quantity and ship-to address — we email a formal quotation on our letterhead within one business day, ready for your PO. Want advice on a part first? Attach a STEP or STL and the load case. NDA on request.

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FAQ

Questions, answered.

How is this different from a carbon-fiber filament printer? +

Carbon-fiber filaments carry short chopped fibers that add stiffness but little strength. The FibreSeeker 3 lays down continuous fiber — unbroken strands routed through the part like rebar — for up to 900 MPa. More in our guide: chopped vs continuous carbon fiber.

What is the difference between Basic and Starter? +

Basic is the printer as the manufacturer ships it, supported remotely by the manufacturer’s engineers in China. Starter moves support to the US and adds live video onboarding, a fiber-routing review of your first part, a filament dryer, a consumable kit and a working stock of fiber and plastic — so your first continuous-fiber parts come out right instead of after a week of trial and error.

How do I order, and can I pay by invoice? +

Pick a bundle and add it to the cart to pay by card or PayPal — no call needed. Buying on a purchase order? Request a formal quotation: we email it on our letterhead and invoice against your PO.

What’s the lead time? +

The FibreSeeker 3 is in stock in the US. We confirm the exact ship date by email after you order — working to a deadline? Tell us and we’ll say straight away whether we can meet it.

Further reading: desktop vs industrial continuous-fiber printers · how continuous fiber printing works · brackets and fixtures with continuous fiber · all carbon fiber 3D printers

Bundle Basic, Starter, Pro, Enterprise
Brand FibreSeeker
Technology FFF
Build Volume 11.81×11.81×9.65 in, 300×300×245 mm
Motion Control System Closed-loop
Electrical Requirement 100–120 VAC / 200–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1350 W max
Ambient Temperature 18-28 °C (64.4-82.4 °F)
Operating Temperatures FFF and CFC nozzles: up to 350 °C · Bed: up to 110 °C · Chamber: up to 65 °C
Layer Thickness 50 µm+
Plastic Filament Diameter 0.0689in / 1.75mm
FFF Nozzle Diameter 0.0157in / 0.4mm
Print Head Dual nozzle: FFF extruder; CFC extruder with reinforcing filament cutting device
Printing Speed up to 500 mm/s
Interface 5” touchscreen & PC app · 32 GB eMMC + USB · 720p live camera
Material PLA, Carbon Fibre X-CCF, Glass Fibre X-CGF, Glass-filled Nylon PACF, Glass-filled PETG PETGF, PA Filament, PC, PETG
Printing Materials Plastic Filaments

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Common questions

Don't see yours? Email [email protected] — NDA standard, typical reply within 4 hours.

What is the FibreSeeker 3 Continuous-Fibre Carbon Composite 3D Printer?
The FibreSeeker 3 is an industrial desktop continuous-fibre composite 3D printer that combines FFF (FDM) plastic extrusion with continuous carbon or glass fiber reinforcement. Unlike standard carbon fiber 3D printers that use chopped-fiber filaments, the FibreSeeker 3 prints with true continuous fibers to produce lightweight, high-strength composite parts suitable for engineering and manufacturing applications.
How does the FibreSeeker 3 work?
The FibreSeeker 3 uses a patented dual-nozzle Composite Fibre Co-extrusion (CFC) system that simultaneously extrudes thermoplastic filament and continuous reinforcement fiber. This technology allows continuous carbon or glass fiber to be placed only where additional strength is required, creating optimized composite parts with exceptional mechanical performance.
What makes the FibreSeeker 3 different from standard carbon fiber 3D printers?
Most desktop carbon fiber 3D printers use chopped carbon fiber filaments that increase stiffness but provide limited structural reinforcement. The FibreSeeker 3 prints with continuous carbon fiber, allowing uninterrupted fiber paths throughout the part. This produces significantly stronger components with tensile strengths of up to 900 MPa, making them suitable for replacing many machined aluminum parts.
What materials can the FibreSeeker 3 print?
The FibreSeeker 3 supports a wide range of engineering thermoplastics, including PLA, PETG, Polycarbonate (PC), Nylon (PA), Carbon Fiber Nylon (PACF), and Glass Fiber PETG (PETGF). For reinforcement, it uses continuous carbon fiber (X-CCF) and continuous glass fiber (X-CGF), allowing users to manufacture high-performance composite components.
Can the FibreSeeker 3 print continuous carbon fiber?
Yes. The FibreSeeker 3 is specifically designed to print true continuous carbon fiber instead of chopped carbon fiber filament. Continuous fibers carry loads throughout the printed part, resulting in dramatically stronger and lighter components than conventional FDM printing.
How strong are parts printed on the FibreSeeker 3?
Parts reinforced with continuous carbon fiber can achieve tensile strengths of up to 900 MPa, depending on part geometry, fiber placement, and printing parameters. This level of performance allows many printed components to replace aluminum parts while significantly reducing weight.
What industries use the FibreSeeker 3?
The FibreSeeker 3 is ideal for aerospace, automotive, robotics, education, manufacturing, defense, research laboratories, drone development, tooling, and product development. It is particularly valuable for organizations producing lightweight structural components, jigs, fixtures, brackets, and functional prototypes.
What is the build volume of the FibreSeeker 3?
The printer offers a build volume of 300 × 300 × 245 mm, providing enough space for large engineering prototypes, production tooling, composite fixtures, and functional end-use components.
What print speeds does the FibreSeeker 3 support?
The FibreSeeker 3 can print standard thermoplastics at speeds of up to 500 mm/s for rapid prototyping. When printing continuous-fiber composite parts, the dedicated CFC printhead optimizes fiber placement to maximize strength and structural performance.
Can the FibreSeeker 3 replace aluminum parts?
Yes. Many brackets, fixtures, tooling components, drone structures, and engineering parts traditionally machined from aluminum can be replaced with continuous carbon fiber composites. The resulting parts are significantly lighter while maintaining excellent strength and stiffness.
Is the FibreSeeker 3 suitable for manufacturing?
Yes. The FibreSeeker 3 is designed for both rapid prototyping and low-volume production. Manufacturers use it to produce custom tooling, assembly fixtures, end-effectors, replacement parts, and lightweight production components without the lead times associated with CNC machining.
Is the FibreSeeker 3 suitable for educational and research institutions?
Yes. Universities, engineering departments, and research laboratories use the FibreSeeker 3 to teach advanced composite manufacturing, additive manufacturing, materials science, and lightweight structural design while giving students hands-on experience with continuous fiber technology.
What software is included with the FibreSeeker 3?
Every FibreSeeker 3 includes the dedicated CFC + FFF slicer, which generates fibre routing and print paths automatically. It runs on Windows and macOS and accepts STL, STEP and 3MF files.
What comes with the FibreSeeker 3?
Every bundle ships the same FibreSeeker 3 with the slicer and a 1-year manufacturer warranty. Basic is the printer as the manufacturer ships it, with 1 × X-CCF, 2 × PLA and the accessory kit. Starter ($3,445) adds US service: live video onboarding with our US service engineer, a review of your first part, a filament dryer, a consumable kit and 2 × X-CCF, 2 × X-CGF, 4 × PETG and 4 × PLA. Pro adds a 2-year warranty and a spare hotend set; Enterprise adds three engineering hours and 10 + 10 fibre rolls.
Does the FibreSeeker 3 require calibration before use?
No manual calibration is needed: bed leveling is fully automatic. Starter, Pro and Enterprise include a live video onboarding with our US service engineer, so your first continuous-fibre parts come out right.
What support does Additive Plus provide?
With Starter, Pro and Enterprise, Additive Plus provides US-based onboarding, technical support, warranty handling, replacement parts, fibre and DfAM guidance. Basic is supported remotely by the manufacturer’s engineering team. Questions before you buy: +1 (747) 800-4854.
What is the price of the FibreSeeker 3?
Basic is $2,699, Starter $3,445, Pro $4,495 and Enterprise $5,495. Every bundle includes the printer, the slicer and a 1-year manufacturer warranty (2 years in Pro and Enterprise). Prices are before tax and delivery.
When will the FibreSeeker 3 ship?
The FibreSeeker 3 is in stock in the US. We confirm the exact ship date by email after you order — working to a deadline? Tell us and we will say straight away whether we can meet it.
Can I schedule a demonstration before purchasing?
Yes. Book a 30-minute live video demo with Sterling, our US service engineer — pick a time on this page. Send a small STEP, STL or 3MF at least 24 hours ahead and we will set it up, or we run one of our sample parts.

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