UltiMaker has launched the S6 3D printer designed for engineers, manufacturing teams, and maintenance crews who need 3D prints to support production, functional prototyping, and on-demand repairs.
The UltiMaker S6 delivers print speeds of up to 500 mm/s and 50,000 mm/s2 acceleration with the new Cheetah motion planner, optimizing every move for up to 4x faster print times than its predecessor. UltiMaker’s dual extrusion capabilities add efficiency, enabling multi-material printing — and with both print heads supported by a single material station, users can maximize the uptime of their system even further. The S6 also offers a choice of two build plates: a flexible plate for broad application versatility, and a glass plate ideal for medical or food-packaging prints where enhanced hygiene is essential.
The S6 is fully backward compatible with the UltiMaker S5. Material stations, air managers, print cores, and materials are interchangeable across the entire S series. For larger manufacturing operations, previously sliced parts can be reused, keeping production flowing without the need to recreate files. The interface and ecosystem are designed for a shallow learning curve and ease-of-use.
The S6 integrates with UltiMaker’s software, materials, and hardware ecosystem, powered by Cura and Digital Factory. With Cura Cloud available through Digital Factory, users can slice, manage, and print from anywhere, streamlining workflows across teams and time zones. With support for over 300 printing materials, the S6 enables users to tackle projects with confidence.
The S6 is manufactured in-house at UltiMaker’s facilities in the Netherlands. The company’s facilities are certified under ISO 9001 for quality management and ISO 14001 for environmental management by BSI Group. The certifications align with requirements from the defense, aerospace, and automotive industries.