UltiMaker S6 redefines affordable, high performance 3D printing

UltiMaker has announced the launch of the S6 3D printer – a powerful new addition to the company’s portfolio, combining high speed, intuitive ease of use and flexibility at a compelling price point. The S6 was designed specifically for engineers, manufacturing teams, and maintenance crews who need reliable 3D prints to support production, functional prototyping, and on-demand repairs. Developed to help users across all sectors scale their production efficiently, it delivers on both technical performance and cost effectiveness.

While the company continues to innovate across its ecosystem, much of the focus is engineered toward enhancing productivity. The UltiMaker S6 delivers print speeds of up to 500 mm per second and 50,000 mm per second acceleration with the new UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner, intelligently optimising every move for up to four times faster print times than its predecessor. The proven dual extrusion capabilities add even more efficiency, enabling seamless multi-material printing – and with both printheads 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.

Designed for maximum versatility, the S6 is fully backward compatible with the UltiMaker S5, ensuring a seamless evolution from one of the brand’s most trusted and well loved platforms, which has sold more than 40,000 units globally. Material stations, air managers, print cores, and materials are interchangeable across the entire S series. And 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, help teams get up and running quickly. Engineered for consistent, reliable results, this is the first UltiMaker printer backed by an extended 24 month warranty – double the standard – for unparalleled peace of mind.

‘We are excited for the UltiMaker S6. It has the same build quality and reliability that we have become accustomed to over the last five years with our S5 printer,’ said Erik Schwartz, owner/driver of US based Schwartz Off Road Motorsportz. ‘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.’

Sophie Grebert, owner of France based DP3D, commented: ‘The S6 delivers the speed and reliability we need, with the reassurance of a well integrated, proven ecosystem. 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 the company’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. With support for over 300 printing materials, the S6 enables users to tackle virtually any project with confidence.

‘The S6 is about giving our users more – more speed, more versatility, and more freedom – without needing to start from scratch,’ said Marc Uyttenboogaard, product manager. ‘We have kept everything users love about the S5 and made it even better, while ensuring backward compatibility to protect our customers’ investments long term.’

Manufactured in-house in the Netherlands, the S6 is a product of UltiMaker’s commitment to quality, innovation, and a robust 3D printing ecosystem. The company’s facilities are certified under ISO 9001 for quality management and ISO 14001 for environmental management by BSI Group, underscoring its high standards in both performance and sustainability. These certifications align with the stringent requirements of the high performance industries UltiMaker serves, including defense, aerospace, and automotive.

‘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 EMEA and global marketing. ‘With the S6, UltiMaker reaffirms its mission to make professional 3D printing more accessible, adaptable, and future ready than ever before.’