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Which UltiMaker 3D Printer is Right for Me?

Which UltiMaker 3D Printer is Right for Me?

MatterHackers
Aug 3, 2023

Take a look at what makes each UltiMaker 3D printer tick and which one is best suited for your projects.

UltiMaker has been, and continues to be, a prominent player in the desktop 3D printing industry for a long time. They offer a comprehensive range of solutions for every part of the 3D printing process, from filament and their free slicing software, Cura, to polished, high-quality 3D printers and invaluable accessories that add convenience to your workflow. UltiMaker's line of machines is a force t... (More)

Tech Breakdown: Ultimaker 3D Printing Filament

Tech Breakdown: Ultimaker 3D Printing Filament

Alec Richter
Mar 10, 2020

Ultimaker is industry known for producing high-quality, professional 3D printers with their own line of materials to match.

Since the beginning, Ultimaker’s name has been synonymous with quality. This not only refers to their 3D printers and accessories, but also to their line of filaments designed for every purpose. And now Ultimaker has partnered with industry-leading filament manufacturers to expand the material offerings baked into their 3D printing slicer, Cura. Let's break it down- ... (More)

5 Ways 3D Printers Enable Commercial Product Design & Automated Packaging Lines

5 Ways 3D Printers Enable Commercial Product Design & Automated Packaging Lines

MatterHackers
Aug 8, 2022

See examples of how industry-leading companies are using Ultimaker 3D printers to speed up iteration cycles, reduce unplanned downtime, and increase productivity.

It's a well-known fact that 3D printing is being used in a wide variety of industries for prototyping, creating functional jigs and fixtures, and even for creating end-use parts and products. This article will showcase how in-house 3D printing can benefit commercial product design and automated packaging by saving time and money, and preventing unexpected delays in production. ... (More)

The Anatomy of a 3D Printer: Print Surfaces

The Anatomy of a 3D Printer: Print Surfaces

Alec Richter
Jul 23, 2018

A vital component of your 3D printer is the surface on top of your print bed - it can have a huge impact on your printing. Learn more about print surfaces here.

As 3D consumer 3D printing has developed, so has the material that parts are printed on. The print bed can be as simple as a sheet of aluminum or as advanced as a laminated sheet of heaters, plates, and specially designed surfaces. (More)

The Anatomy of a 3D Printer: Screens

The Anatomy of a 3D Printer: Screens

Alec Richter
Aug 23, 2018

Controlling your 3D printer can be done from your PC or from the screen attached to your printer. Take a look at the different kinds of screens and what they can do.

While some 3D printers come with an interface installed and ready to use, it wasn’t long ago that your options were limited or nonexistent. A lot of printers used to be on the market that didn’t have a control interface and instead had just the USB port to have your computer communicate with the 3D printer. As the industry progressed, new solutions were developed and tailored to 3D pri... (More)

The Anatomy of a 3D Printer: Stepper Drivers

The Anatomy of a 3D Printer: Stepper Drivers

Alec Richter
Aug 23, 2018

Every 3D printer has them, but what exactly are stepper drivers and what do they do? Read on to see what drives your 3D printer to create amazing models.

What are Stepper Drivers Under the hood of every 3D printer, 3D carver, or CNC, there are stepper drivers. They control and cause the coils in stepper motors to trigger, making the shaft of the motor rotate in a precisely controlled manner. Some control boards have the stepper drivers integrated as part of the board, and others have them as swappable and replaceable plug-ins. There’s an adv... (More)

Tech Breakdown: Ultimaker S5 3D Printer Review

Tech Breakdown: Ultimaker S5 3D Printer Review

Chris Morgan
Oct 17, 2022

The Pros at MatterHackers break down and review all the new and improved tech in the first 3d printer from Ultimaker in their new 'S' line of products.

The Ultimaker S5 3D printer is the largest, dual-extruder model available from Ultimaker. Released in June 2018, the S5 is the first in the new ‘S’ line of Ultimaker 3D printers, and it boasts a ton of new and improved features to help any enterprise achieve amazing, professional prints time after time.... (More)