Suitable for engineers, manufacturing teams, and maintenance crews, the UltiMaker S6 is reported to produce reliable parts for functional prototyping, production, and repairs at an attractive price point. (Photo: UltiMaker/PRNewswire)
The UltiMaker S6 is said to produce reliable parts for functional prototyping, production, and repairs.
NEW YORK and ZALTBOMMEL, Netherlands—A new 3D printer introduced by UltiMaker was designed specifically for engineers, manufacturing teams, and maintenance crews who need reliable 3D prints to support production, functional prototyping, and on-demand repairs, the company said in a release.
The UltiMaker S6 printer, developed to “help users across all sectors scale their production efficiently,” is reported to combine high speed, intuitive ease-of-use, and flexibility at a compelling price point. Much of the engineering focus is geared toward enhancing productivity.
Aided by the new UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner, the UltiMaker S6 reportedly provides print speeds of up to 500 mm/s and 50,000 mm/s2 acceleration, or up to four times faster than its predecessor. UltiMaker’s proven dual extrusion capabilities are said to add even more efficiency, enabling “seamless multi-material printing.” With both print heads supported by a single material station, users can maximize the uptime of their system even further, the company said.
The S6 also offers a choice of two build plates: a flexible plate for broad application versatility, and a glass plate reported to be ideal for medical or food-packaging prints that require enhanced hygiene.
Designed for maximum versatility, the S6 is described as being “fully backward compatible with the UltiMaker S5.” Material stations, air managers, print cores, and materials are interchangeable across the entire S series, the release stated.
For larger manufacturing operations, previously sliced parts can be reused, keeping production flowing without the need to recreate files. The familiar interface and ecosystem, designed for a shallow learning curve and instinctive ease of use, is said to help teams get up and running quickly.
“We’re excited for the UltiMaker S6. It has the same build quality and reliability that we’ve become accustomed to over the last five years with our S5 printer,” said Erik Schwartz, owner/driver of U.S.-based Schwartz Off Road Motorsportz, in the release. “At the same time, the S6’s faster print speeds mean we can move faster and more agilely. Downtime is detrimental to our fast-paced design process, and our team doesn’t have the bandwidth to wait days for a print or perform complex repairs. This means squeezing out one more iteration on a design before leaving for a race weekend.”
“The S6 delivers the speed and reliability we need, with the reassurance of a well-integrated, proven ecosystem,” said Sophie Grebert, owner of France-based DP3D, in the release. “It has become a valuable and efficient part of our daily operations, together with the UltiMaker S8 that we recently bought.”
The S6 seamlessly integrates with UltiMaker’s software, materials, and hardware ecosystem, powered by UltiMaker Cura and UltiMaker Digital Factory. With Cura Cloud available through Digital Factory, users can slice, manage, and print from anywhere, streamlining workflows across teams and time zones. Offering support for more than 300 printing materials, the S6 “enables users to tackle virtually any project with confidence,” the release stated.
“The S6 is about giving our users more—more speed, more versatility, and more freedom—without needing to start from scratch,” said UltiMaker Product Manager Marc Uyttenboogaard, in the release. “We’ve kept everything users love about the S5 and made it even better, while ensuring backward compatibility to protect our customers’ investments long term.”
According to UltiMaker, the S6 is a product of the company’s commitment to quality, innovation, and a robust 3D printing ecosystem. UltiMaker’s facilities are certified under ISO 9001 for Quality Management and ISO 14001 for Environmental Management by BSI Group, underscoring the company’s high standards for performance and sustainability. These certifications align with the stringent requirements of the high-performance industries that UltiMaker serves, including defense, aerospace, and automotive, the company said.
“This launch is about delivering exceptional value to customers at a time when businesses are under pressure to do more with less,” said Andy Middleton, senior vice president of EMEA and global marketing at UltiMaker, in the release. “With the S6, UltiMaker reaffirms its mission to make professional 3D printing more accessible, adaptable, and future-ready than ever before.”