UltiMaker S8
UltiMaker S8
Up to 4x productivity and improved quality, powered by the new UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner.
4x the productivity of its predecessor while also improving print quality to 0.15mm ± 0.15%. That is made possible by the innovative UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner, together with new high flow cores and improved feeder system.
The fastest desktop dual material professional 3D printer made in Europe.
Key features
UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner
Powered by the UltiMaker Ecosystem
High-flow print cores & improved feeder system
The fastest dual material 3D printer & open material platform
Blazing productivity.
The UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner
Unlock new levels of efficiency with the new UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner, redesigned high flow print cores, built in accelerometer, new feeder system and improved firmware
Up to
500 mm/s
travel speed
50 000 mm/s2
acceleration
Dual-print head
Limitless Possibilities.
The fastest desktop dual-material printer on the market
The dual extrusion design works together with software and firmware features to allow you to combine any 2 materials no matter how different they are, with minimal material waste and high reliability.
Choose from over
301+
materials
Digital Factory
The only 3D printing software you will ever need
Digital Factory is designed to streamline every step of your 3D printing workflow, from slicing, to file management and even maintenance. Scalable for any team or enterprise, Digital Factory makes managing your 3D printing projects easier, faster, and more collaborative.
Collaborate
Create
Innovate
Advanced hardware and software security features built-in for professional use.
Advanced hardware and software security features built-in for professional use.
Designed and built in Europe, the UltiMaker S8 is equipped with comprehensive security features, offering peace of mind for professionals in engineering and manufacturing. From secure hardware to advanced firmware, every aspect is designed to protect your intellectual property and ensure safe operation.
Updated feeder system
New hardened feeder module design inherited from Factor 4 for improved grip and better material control at high speeds.
Dual high flow print cores
The dual extrusion design works together with software and firmware features to allow you to combine any 2 materials no matter how different they are, which low material waste and high reliability.
Integrated EPA filter
Independently tested to remove up to 95% of ultrafine particles to increase air quality peace of mind. The fully enclosed build chamber also boosts print quality.
High flow print cores
The new AA+ and CC+ print cores, exclusive to the UltiMaker S8, have a new quad-chamber design. Allowing for 2.5x more flow and also help regulate the pressure in the print head for cleaner prints.
Flexible build plate
Skip using glue and remove parts effortlessly with the PEI-coated flexible build plate. Its patent-pending design uses 25 magnets and 4 pins for perfect alignment – reducing the time spent using the S8 and increasing productivity.
Cura integration
Access the UltiMaker Cura features that speed up your workflow and increase print success – like intent profiles, easy remote printing, and more.
Featured accessories and materials
UltiMaker Nylon CF slide
Engineered for industrial applications where tribological performance is needed, Nylon CF Slide is a Nylon 612 CF copolymer offering wear resistance, temperature stability up to 180°C, and PFAS-free performance.
High flow print cores
The new AA+ and CC+ print cores, exclusive to the UltiMaker S8, have a new quad-chamber design. Allowing for 2.5x more flow and also help regulate the pressure in the print head for cleaner prints.
UltiMaker PVA Removal Station
Simple post-processing. Faster parts.
The S8 works with 301+ materials including the following:
A proven selection of polymers to help you address a wide range of use cases.
Nylon CF Slide (new)
Print Core
CC, CC+, HT
HDT B
180°C (Annealed)
Coefficient of friction
0.2
Impact
strength
24 kJ/m²
PET CF
Print Core
CC
Thermal resistance
76°C
Hardness
76 Shore D
Impact
strength
8.6 kJ/m²
Tough PLA
Print Core
AA
Thermal resistance
58°C
Hardness
80 Shore D
Impact
strength
9 kJ/m²
PLA
Print Core
AA
Thermal resistance
59°C
Hardness
84
Impact
strength
4 kJ/m²
PETG
Print Core
AA
Thermal resistance
76°C
Hardness
76 Shore D
Impact
strength
8 kJ/m²
ABS
Print Core
AA
Thermal resistance
87°C
Hardness
76 Shore D
Impact
strength
14 kJ/m²
CPE
Print Core
AA
Thermal resistance
77°C
Hardness
76 Shore D
Impact
strength
6 kJ/m²
CPE+
Print Core
AA
Thermal resistance
100°C
Hardness
77 Shore D
Impact
strength
37 kJ/m²
NYLON
Print Core
AA
Thermal resistance
89°C
Hardness
81 Shore D
Impact
strength
14 kJ/m²
PC
Print Core
AA
Thermal resistance
111°C
Hardness
81 Shore D
Impact
strength
12 kJ/m²
TPU 95A
Print Core
AA
Thermal resistance
116°C
Hardness
48 Shore D
Impact
strength
24 kJ/m²
PP
Print Core
AA
Thermal resistance
99°C
Hardness
42 Shore D
Impact
strength
49 kJ/m²
Specs
| Dimensions | Build Volume | 330 x 240 x 300 mm (13 x 9.4 x 11.8 inches) |
| Assembled dimensions | W 495 x D 585 x H 800 mm (W 19.5 x D 23 x H 31.5 inches) | |
| Print technology | Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) | |
| Compatible filament diameter | 2.85 mm | |
| Weight | 29.1 kg (64.2 lbs) | |
| Maximum power output | 500 W | |
| Dimensional accuracy | ± 0.15 mm ± 0.15% feature nominal length* | |
| Extrusion flow | Up to 35 mm3/s | |
| XY speed, acceleration, jerk | Up to 500 mm/s, up to 50.000 mm/s2, up to 100.000.000 mm/s3 | |
| Printer properties | Layer resolution | 0.25 mm nozzle: 150 – 60 micron 0.4 mm nozzle: 200 – 20 micron 0.6 mm nozzle: 300 – 20 micron 0.8 mm nozzle: 600 – 20 micron |
| XYZ resolution | 6.9, 6.9, 2.5 micron | |
| Feeder type | Dual-geared feeder, reinforced for composite materials | |
| Display | 4.7-inch (11.9 cm) color touchscreen | |
| Print core replacement | Swappable print cores | |
| Print head | Dual extrusion print head with an auto-nozzle lifting system, swappable print cores, and flood detection. | |
| Nozzle diameters | 0.25 mm, 0.4 mm, 0.6 mm, 0.8 mm | |
| Operation parameters | Filter technology | Replaceable EPA filter |
| Air extraction rate | 1 – 50 m³/h (35 m³/h nominal rate for most materials at 23 °C) | |
| Nozzle temperature | 180 – 280 °C | |
| Nozzle heat-up time | < 2 minutes | |
| Operating sound | < 50 dBA | |
| Build plate leveling | Advanced active leveling with more accurate inductive sensors | |
| Build plate | PEI-coated flexible steel build plate | |
| Build plate heat-up time | < 5 minutes (from 20 to 60 °C) | |
| Operating ambient temperature | 15 – 32 °C (59 – 90 °F) | |
| Non-operating temperature | 0 – 32 °C (32 – 90 °F) | |
| Ecosystem | Supplied free software | UltiMaker Cura – print preparation software UltiMaker Digital Factory – printer management software UltiMaker Essentials – enterprise-grade online software tools |
| Supported OS | MacOS, Windows, and Linux | |
| Plugin integration | SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Autodesk Inventor | |
| Supported file types | UltiMaker Cura: STL, OBJ, X3D, 3MF, BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG Printable formats: G, GCODE, GCODE.gz, UFP | |
| File transfer | Wi-Fi 2.4 & 5 GHz: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac LAN: Gigabit Ethernet USB: 2.0 | |
| Safety and compliance | Certification | CE, FCC, VPAT, RoHS, REACH, CB, BIS, KC, PSE, RCM, SRRC, MIC, NCC, Safe unattended professional use |
| More information | Learn more about UltiMaker S8 safety and compliance. |