Professional dual-material 3D printing with higher throughput

The UltiMaker S8 is a desktop professional 3D printer built to deliver up to 4x the productivity of its predecessor while improving print quality to 0.15 mm ± 0.15%. Designed and built in Europe, the UltiMaker S8 combines high-speed output, dual-material capability, and a managed software workflow for engineering, manufacturing, and advanced prototyping.

Up to 4x productivity and improved quality are powered by the new UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner. The performance increase comes from the coordinated use of the UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner, new high flow print cores, a built-in accelerometer, a new feeder system, and improved firmware.

Fast desktop dual-material printing for professional use

The UltiMaker S8 is presented as the fastest desktop dual-material professional 3D printer made in Europe. Its dual-print architecture is built for users who need speed, material flexibility, and reliable output in a desktop format.

Higher print speed with the UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner

The UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner unlocks higher efficiency. This motion system is the foundation of the S8's productivity gains, working together with redesigned high flow print cores, the built-in accelerometer, the new feeder system, and updated firmware.

For users running frequent print jobs, the result is a faster workflow without shifting away from print quality. The integrated system is designed to support more output from the same desktop footprint.

Dual-material printing with low waste and high reliability

The dual-print head is built for combining two materials in one job. The dual extrusion design works with software and firmware features so the UltiMaker S8 can combine any two materials, even when those materials are very different, while maintaining minimal material waste and high reliability.

This makes the printer suitable for parts that benefit from material combinations, including models that need multiple functional properties or more advanced support strategies.

Digital Factory workflow for slicing, file management, and maintenance

Digital Factory is the central software environment for the UltiMaker S8 workflow. It is designed to streamline each stage of 3D printing, from slicing to file management and maintenance, while also supporting collaborative use.

For teams, labs, and enterprise environments, Digital Factory is described as scalable and intended to make project management easier, faster, and more collaborative.

Built-in security for engineering and manufacturing environments

Advanced hardware and software security features are integrated for professional use. Designed and built in Europe, the UltiMaker S8 includes comprehensive security measures intended to protect intellectual property and support safe operation.

From secure hardware to advanced firmware, the platform is positioned for professional settings where data protection and dependable machine operation matter.

Key hardware features that support speed, control, and print consistency

Updated feeder system for better material control

The hardened feeder module design improves grip at higher speeds. Inherited from Factor 4, the updated feeder system is built for better material control and more consistent feeding during demanding print jobs.

Dual high flow print cores for dual extrusion performance

The dual high flow print core setup supports material flexibility and reliable output. Combined with the printer's software and firmware features, the dual extrusion design is intended to combine any two materials with low material waste and high reliability.

Integrated EPA filter and enclosed chamber

The integrated EPA filter helps improve air quality confidence during printing. It has been independently tested to remove up to 95% of ultrafine particles. The fully enclosed build chamber also contributes to improved print quality.

AA+ and CC+ high flow print cores

The new AA+ and CC+ print cores increase flow and help produce cleaner prints. Exclusive to the UltiMaker S8, these print cores use a new quad-chamber design that allows for 2.5x more flow while also helping regulate pressure in the print head.

That pressure management supports cleaner output, especially when printing at the higher speeds enabled by the S8 platform.

Flexible PEI-coated build plate for quicker part removal

The flexible build plate reduces preparation and removal time. The PEI-coated surface is designed to let users skip glue and remove printed parts more easily.

Its patent-pending design uses 25 magnets and 4 pins for precise alignment, reducing time spent operating the UltiMaker S8 and supporting higher overall productivity.

UltiMaker Cura integration for faster day-to-day operation

Cura integration adds practical workflow tools for print preparation and remote use. Users can access UltiMaker Cura features that help speed up workflows and improve print success, including intent profiles and easy remote printing.

Where the UltiMaker S8 fits best

The UltiMaker S8 is suited to professional users who need a desktop 3D printer for fast iteration, dependable dual-material printing, and managed software workflows. Typical applications include engineering prototypes, manufacturing aids, functional parts, design validation models, and collaborative team environments where secure operation and efficient file handling are important.

The combination of higher throughput, material flexibility, enclosed printing, and integrated workflow tools also makes the system relevant for small production runs, technical education, and print-intensive workplaces that need more output without moving to a larger industrial platform.