Airwolf 3D

Airwolf 3D
Company type	Private
Industry	3D printing
Founded	May 2012; 14 years ago
Founder	Erick Wolf, Eva Wolf
Headquarters	Costa Mesa, United States
Area served	Worldwide
Key people	Erick Wolf, Eva Wolf
Products	3D printers, Wolfbite adhesive

Adapted from the English Wikipedia article Airwolf 3D, available under CC BY-SA 4.0Updated 26 July 2025

Airwolf 3D is a manufacturer specializing in 3D printers, with its main office located in Costa Mesa, California. The company was founded in May 2012 by Erick and Eva Wolf, focusing on creating sophisticated 3D printing solutions for diverse industries.

History

The inception of Airwolf 3D occurred after Erick Wolf encountered difficulties with an early 3D printer he acquired in late 2011. Recognizing the shortcomings of available models, Erick engineered the first Airwolf 3D printer. The initial version (v.4) drew inspiration from the Prusa Mendel and Mecano Air designs, which influenced the company’s name.

Operating initially out of a garage in Newport Beach, California, Airwolf 3D began delivering fully assembled printers by June 2012. The company’s inaugural sale was to Lars Brubaker and Kevin Pope from MatterHackers, who subsequently developed MatterControl software, thereby enriching Airwolf 3D’s product ecosystem.

AW3D 5.5

Released towards the end of 2012, the AW3D 5.5 succeeded earlier iterations v.4 and v.5, representing a significant milestone in both product evolution and company expansion.

AW3D XL

Debuting in January 2013, the AW3D XL features a maximum printing area of roughly 12" x 8" x 7". It utilizes a RAMBo board supplied by Ultimachine, underscoring the company's commitment to dependable large-format 3D printing technologies.

AW3D HD

Unveiled at the November 2013 3D Print Show in Paris, the AW3D HD caters to professional users with a build volume measuring 12" x 8" x 12" (1150 in³) and a precise layer resolution of 0.06 mm. It is equipped with a single print head that can be fitted with either a standard 0.5 mm or an optional 0.35 mm nozzle, aligning with Airwolf 3D’s objective to offer both accuracy and adaptability.

AW3D HDL

Serving as the entry-level model, the AW3D HDL comes with an unheated print bed and a single print head capable of reaching temperatures up to 260 °C (500 °F). It provides a build volume of 12" x 8" x 11" (1056 in³) and supports print resolutions down to 0.08 mm, with nozzle choices including a standard 0.5 mm or optional 0.35 mm. This model is designed for budget-conscious buyers seeking dependable basic performance.

AW3D HDx

Launched in May 2014, the AW3D HDx upgraded the product range by incorporating the JRx hot end, which allows continuous operation at temperatures as high as 315 °C (599 °F). Maintaining the HD’s build dimensions of 12" x 8" x 12" and fine layer resolution of 0.06 mm, the HDx earned Desktop Engineering’s Editor's Pick award, highlighting its strength in printing engineering-grade materials.

AW3D HD2x

Introduced during 2014, the AW3D HD2x is a dual-extruder printer featuring hot ends capable of sustained temperatures up to 315 °C (599 °F). Initially supporting wired printing and slicing workflows, wireless capabilities were later integrated through Airwolf 3D’s Wolfbox controller. This model enables simultaneous dual-color or dual-material printing when extrusion temperatures are compatible. It offers a build volume of 11" x 8" x 12" (1056 in³) and can achieve layer resolutions as fine as 0.06 mm (0.002 in).

AW3D HD-R

Introduced at the 2015 Consumer Electronics Show, the AW3D HD-R marked Airwolf 3D’s initial offering featuring built-in Wi-Fi connectivity alongside cloud-based slicing, storage, and management capabilities via the AstroPrint platform provided by 3DaGoGo. This model included dual extruders capable of reaching temperatures up to 315 °C (599 °F), enabling two-color or dual-filament printing when using compatible materials. The HD-R enhanced structural stability with an aluminum frame while preserving a build volume of 11" x 8" x 12" (1056 in³). It delivered a print resolution of 0.06 mm (0.002 in), utilizing standard 0.5 mm nozzles and offering optional 0.35 mm nozzles for finer detail.

Wolfbite

Wolfbite is a specially formulated adhesive designed to improve the adhesion and removal process of nylon and nylon blend prints on glass and ceramic build surfaces. It effectively combats typical challenges such as warping and insufficient adhesion in nylon 3D printing, thereby enhancing overall print consistency and quality.