UltiMaker S6 Debuts With Speed, Versatility & Value
Slice of Manufacturing Team
06/06/2025
Key highlights
- Up to 4x faster print speeds with 500 mm/s and 50,000 mm/s² acceleration via the new Cheetah motion planner.
- Dual extrusion with single material station for seamless multi-material printing and minimal downtime.
- Backward compatible with UltiMaker S5, leveraging over 40,000 existing global installations.
- Two build plate options: flexible for versatility, and glass for hygiene-sensitive applications.
- 24-month extended warranty, doubling the industry standard.
Notable Quotes
“ The S6's faster print speeds mean we can move faster and more agilely. Downtime is detrimental to our fast-paced design process... ”
Erik Schwartz, Owner/Driver at Schwartz Off Road Motorsportz
“ The S6 delivers the speed and reliability we need, with the reassurance of a well-integrated, proven ecosystem. ”
Sophie Grebert, Owner at DP3D
“ 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. ”
Marc Uyttenboogaard, Product Manager at UltiMaker
“ This launch is about delivering exceptional value to customers at a time when businesses are under pressure to do more with less. ”
Andy Middleton, SVP EMEA & Global Marketing at UltiMaker
Why This Matters
The launch of the UltiMaker S6 signifies a major leap in professional 3D printing, targeting industries that demand rapid iteration, high precision, and system reliability. Its backward compatibility ensures seamless upgrades for current S5 users, safeguarding previous investments while providing access to new performance benchmarks. UltiMaker's expanded ecosystem, including over 300 material support and software like Cura and Digital Factory, positions the S6 as a future-ready solution for scalable, distributed manufacturing workflows.
