Bantam Tools NextDraw 1117 Art Plotter Intl. Edition w/ SVG Player

• Bantam Tools NextDraw 1117 Art Plotter Intl. Edition
• Includes SVG Player to offer Standalone Plotting w/o computer
• Batch Mode, Layer Control & Real-Time Process Tracking
• Versatile medium format
• High-speed plotting, Precision machined
• Multi-tool compatibility, Advanced software ecosystem

The Bantam Tools NextDraw 1117 Art Plotter Intl. Edition w/ SVG Player features a bundle of the Bantam Tools NextDraw 1117 Pen Plotter (A3) plus SVG Player. This Pen Plotter is a dependable and versatile plotter that caters to the needs of artists, innovators, and educators. The device boasts a drawable area compatible with European A3 paper sizes, making it an ideal choice for medium format applications. It is equipped with a significant speed enhancement due to updated firmware and a brushless pen lift motor and features an auto-homing function for improved user convenience.

The plotter's sturdy electronics enclosure includes an easily accessible on-off switch, hardware pause and reset buttons, and built-in cable strain relief. Its central beam, crafted from billet 6061 aluminum, ensures tight tolerances, increased precision, and stability due to its added weight. The software experience has been refined for use with Inkscape, offering command-line and Python interfaces for versatility. Additionally, the plotter is FCC-certified and manufactured in New York.

The central beams' solid billet of 6061-T6 aluminum is precision machined and anodized to a sleek black finish, strategically adding mass to the non-moving base for enhanced stability. The Y-axis is constructed from a custom aluminum extrusion that is both stiff and lightweight. The plotter is designed to accommodate a variety of paper sizes, including envelopes, US letters, A4, note cards, business cards, and smaller items. Its drawing head can extend beyond the body, allowing for drawing on larger flat objects.

The pen holder is adaptable to a wide array of writing instruments, from Sharpie markers to fountain pens, and can even maintain a fountain pen at the correct 45° angle. Users can also employ non-pen tools such as pencils, chalk, and brushes. The brushless pen-lift mechanism is a boon for those who prefer writing implements that require pressure, such as ball-point pens.

The Bantam Tools NextDraw ecosystem is not just limited to drawing and handwriting; it supports a range of innovative applications with its array of accessories. The software, compatible with Mac/PC/Linux platforms, is part of a hardware and software ecosystem that includes advanced API features for custom applications. The Bantam Tools NextDraw 1117 is a finely crafted machine that offers quality and performance, setting a new benchmark in the realm of plotters.

Please note that the Bantam Tools NextDraw 1117 is FCC-certified, indicating that it complies with international safety standards.

The Bantam Tools NextDraw SVG Player is a standalone touchscreen controller designed to run your NextDraw or AxiDraw pen plotters without the need of a computer. Simply load SVG files onto a USB flash drive, plug it into the player, and start plotting with ease. With an intuitive interface, it allows you to start, pause, resume, and batch-process files directly from the screen, making plotting more accessible and untethered for artists, educators, and professionals.

Engineered for flexibility and efficiency, the SVG Player supports multi-layer and multi-color plotting through the NextDraw Layer Control syntax, and can automatically queue and run all SVGs within a folder. Real-time progress tracking, estimated time remaining, and support for large-format or repeated jobs make it ideal for production environments, classrooms, and exhibitions. It’s especially powerful for applications like mass personalized handwriting or continuous batch plotting without user intervention.

Compatible with all NextDraw plotter sizes and AxiDraw machines (with a firmware update), the SVG Player streamlines your workflow and frees your computer for creative tasks. It’s a perfect companion for scaling up your plotter use without adding complexity. Whether you're running a busy art studio, an educational program, or a plotter farm, the SVG Player gives you seamless, reliable control in a compact and user-friendly form.