Automated precision. Material freedom. Production dependability.
PEEK · ULTEM · PEKK · PAEK · Carbon Composites
Supporting ultra-polymers like PEEK, PEKK, ULTEM, PPSU and advanced composites, the 22 IDEX v4 is purpose-built for aerospace, defense, energy, and specialized industrial production — delivering parts that meet stringent industry standards. ITAR-secure offline mode available.
NDAA Additive ManufacturingStreamline your production process with high-quality functional prototypes and end-use parts using the same IDEX platform. Print with soluble support materials, run in mirror or duplication mode, and cut lead time from weeks to hours.
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Universities and engineering programs use the 22 IDEX for hands-on learning, advanced materials research, and innovation projects. A platform capable of printing the same materials used by NASA and aerospace primes gives students real-world skills from day one.
Caltech Case StudyThe 22 IDEX v4 fits on a standard workbench and runs on 110V/15–20A — no special infrastructure needed. Start with one printer and expand as demand grows. Build a production-grade print farm that competes with service bureaus charging $100+/hour.
Everything your production environment demands — nothing proprietary holding you back.
Common questions from engineers, decision-makers, and procurement teams considering industrial additive manufacturing.
The 22 IDEX v4 prints virtually any 1.75mm engineering-grade filament. This includes high-temperature thermoplastics like PEEK, PEKK-A, PEKK-C, PAEK (AM200), PEI (ULTEM 1010 & 9085), PPSU, TPI, and PPS — as well as standard materials like ABS, ASA, Nylon, PETG, and carbon fiber composites. Because it is a fully open material system, you are never locked into a proprietary filament vendor.
IDEX means both print heads move independently on the X-axis. This enables three powerful modes: (1) Duplication Mode — both heads print the same part simultaneously, doubling throughput. (2) Mirror Mode — heads print symmetrical parts at the same time. (3) Multi-Material Mode — one head prints the part while the other prints soluble or breakaway support material, enabling complex internal geometries that standard printers cannot produce.
VisionMiner is a US-based company headquartered in Beaverton, OR with warehouse operations in Santa Ana, CA. All customer support, training, and technical assistance is handled by American engineers and specialists. While the 22 IDEX is manufactured with global components selected for quality (including German wiring and HIWIN linear guides), the design, integration, quality control, and support chain is entirely US-operated. An ITAR-secure offline deployment option is also available for defense and government use cases.
It means the 22 IDEX uses standard 1.75mm filament and imposes zero restrictions on material source. You can purchase PEEK from any qualified supplier, use VisionMiner's own materials, or print with specialty compounds from any vendor — without voiding the warranty or hitting software restrictions. This matters enormously for cost control, material qualification in regulated industries, and supply chain resilience.
The 22 IDEX v4 operates on a standard 110V / 15–20A circuit — the same as you'd plug in an office appliance or shop tool. No 3-phase power, special HVAC, or major electrical upgrades are needed. It runs in a standard office or workshop environment (18–30°C operating range). European 220V is also available. The built-in HEPA + carbon filter handles emissions from most materials without additional exhaust infrastructure, though external fume extraction hookups are available for high-volume high-temp production.
Stratasys and Markforged are proprietary-platform systems: you must buy their materials at significant markup, parts require their service contracts, and you're locked into their software and workflow. The 22 IDEX provides comparable — and in many thermal specifications, superior — capabilities at a fraction of the cost, with complete material freedom, open-source compatible slicer profiles (PrusaSlicer/Cura), and US-based support. Starting at $14,900, it's accessible to small shops and large enterprises alike without ongoing material licensing fees.
Yes — this is one of the strongest use cases. Each 22 IDEX v4 runs on standard power and standard networking (Ethernet/Wi-Fi), and the web-based control interface allows remote monitoring. Multiple units can be deployed in any space with sufficient outlets and ventilation. VisionMiner's Startup Program and financing options are specifically designed for customers scaling from one to many units, including service bureaus and in-house production departments looking to reduce outsourcing costs.
Every 22 IDEX v4 includes a 12-month limited warranty standard. An optional lifetime warranty (renewed annually) is available for customers who require maximum uptime assurance. VisionMiner provides hands-on training resources, US-based technical support, and comprehensive service. Because the system uses non-proprietary parts and open firmware, third-party maintenance and self-service are also possible — unlike sealed proprietary systems.
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