3D printer Ultimaker Factor 4 Plus

3D printer Ultimaker Factor 4 Plus

Industrial 3D Printer for Serial Part Production

UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus is an industrial FDM 3D printer for producing functional prototypes, manufacturing tools, spare components, and serial parts. The 330 × 240 × 300 mm build volume, dual direct extrusion, chamber temperature up to 70 °C, and build plate temperature up to 120 °C enable printing with engineering and composite filaments. The UltiMaker TRACE system records process parameters and generates data for verifying completed print jobs.

Advantages of UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus

• Printing with high-temperature materials. The nozzle heats up to 340 °C, the build plate up to 120 °C, and the chamber up to 70 °C. This enables printing with PPS CF, Nylon, PC, and other engineering plastics.
• High productivity for serial printing. The Cheetah motion planner controls printhead movement, while the H-bridge gantry design reduces vibrations during high-speed operation.
• Automatic filament feeding from six spools. The Material Station preloads and automatically switches between spools. The system maintains an average relative humidity below 15%, which is particularly important for moisture-sensitive materials.
• Process monitoring with UltiMaker TRACE. TRACE records the extrusion rate and nozzle, chamber, and build plate temperatures throughout the 3D printing process. The collected data helps identify temperature or volumetric deviations and verify the part manufacturing process.
• Dual direct extrusion. The printer has two material feed channels and automatically lifts the inactive nozzle. This enables printing with two materials or using a separate support material.
• Filtration and safety. The HEPA H13 filter captures up to 95% of ultrafine particles. The STOP button stops movement and heating, while opening the door automatically pauses printing.

Materials and Print Cores

UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus works with more than 200 materials. Compatible materials include PPS CF, Nylon CF Slide, ABS, Nylon, PC, Tough PLA, PLA, PETG, CPE, CPE+, TPU 95A, and PP, as well as third-party materials with profiles available in the UltiMaker Marketplace. Filament diameter is 2.85 mm.

Different materials can be used with Print Cores AA+ 0.25/0.4/0.8 mm, BB 0.4/0.8 mm, CC+ 0.4/0.6 mm, DD 0.4 mm in selected regions, and HT 0.6 mm. Nozzle diameters from 0.25 to 0.8 mm allow the configuration to be selected according to the required model detail or production speed.

Applications of UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus

Factor 4 Plus is designed for manufacturing applications that require repeatable engineering-plastic parts and 3D printing process monitoring. Typical applications include:

• manufacturing tools, jigs, and fixtures;
• functional prototypes;
• housings, brackets, and technical components;
• spare parts for equipment;
• small series of finished parts;
• composite-filament parts for mechanical and thermal loads.

Software and Connectivity

UltiMaker Cura prepares 3D models for printing, while UltiMaker Digital Factory provides printer management, print queue management, and remote monitoring. Connectivity is available via 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB. Windows, macOS, and Linux are supported, while Cura works with STL, OBJ, X3D, 3MF, BMP, GIF, JPG, and PNG files.

Compatible Equipment

The Factor 4 Plus Printer Station is available for the UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus. This dedicated cabinet provides stable printer installation and helps protect the system from tipping over. Appropriate Print Cores are used for different materials, while models are prepared and print jobs are managed through UltiMaker Cura and Digital Factory.

What's Included with UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus

Factor 4 Plus comes with the components required for installation and initial setup. Two Print Core AA+ 0.4 mm modules are pre-calibrated and installed in the printhead.

1. UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus. Industrial 3D printer for engineering and composite materials.
2. Two Print Core AA+ 0.4 mm. Calibrated print modules installed in the printer.
3. One Print Core CC+ 0.6 mm. Module for 3D printing compatible materials, including composites.
4. UltiMaker Tough PLA Black. Spool of black filament for 3D printing.
5. HEPA filter. Installed in the printer to filter ultrafine particles.
6. 3DLAC Adhesive. Adhesive for improving build plate adhesion and reducing part deformation.
7. Tool kit. Pliers, two nozzle seals, and two components for cleaning the material feed system.
8. Quick Start Guide. Short guide for initial startup and basic setup.
9. UltiMaker TRACE. License for monitoring and generating reports on 3D printing parameters; activation is performed through Digital Factory.

UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus Technical Specifications

Tips for Using UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus

• Before printing, select the required material and corresponding Print Core in UltiMaker Cura.
• For PPS CF and other composite filaments, check material compatibility with the installed Print Core.
• Store moisture-sensitive materials in the Material Station.
• Before printing, clean the PEI build plate of any plastic or adhesive residue.
• After printing critical parts, review UltiMaker TRACE data for deviations.
• Set the nozzle and build plate temperatures according to the material profile in UltiMaker Cura.

Buy UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus

Order the UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus for serial FDM printing, functional prototyping, manufacturing tooling, and production of parts from engineering and composite filaments. Our specialists will help you select suitable Print Cores and materials, provide the current UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus price, and advise you on delivery options.

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