ULTIMAKER S5 VS. FUSION3 EDGE
(UPDATED 3/12/2022)
In 2018, Netherlands-based Ultimaker announced its Ultimaker S5 3D printer to compete with Fusion3’s F410, targeting large companies. At the time the F410 had significant advantages over the S5.
With the introduction of the Fusion3 EDGE, you see how you can see how EDGE is a clear commercial, near industrial 3D printer compared to Ultimaker’s somewhat prosumer offering:
- A fully enclosed, heated print chamber with steel, unibody chassis (vs. metal frame and plastic enclosures).
- Much larger, passively heated, build chamber (up to 70*C) for printing high-strength materials than the Ultimaker S5.
- Unlike the Ultimaker S5, the F410 is designed, manufactured, and assembled in the USA.
- A 2 Year Warranty and Free Lifetime Support, provided by our own Technical Support team. Ultimaker only provides a 1-year warranty for 3D printers.
The capabilities and benefits provided by Fusion3’s EDGE make it a clear choice over the Ultimaker S5.
Fusion3 EDGE 3D Printer
vs. Ultimaker S5
Note: Product details based on publicly available Information provided from each manufacturer’s website and/or marketing materials. All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. All company, product and service names used in this website are for identification purposes only.
| PRODUCT | EDGE | S5 |
|---|---|---|
| Fusion3 EDGE
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Ultimaker S5
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PRODUCT FEATURES
| Item | EDGE | COMPETITOR |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Build Volume | Single Extruder – 14.5″ X 14.5″ X 13.5″ 1.64 cu ft |
Dual Extruder – 12.9″ X 9.4″ X 11.8″ |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 500 mm/s | not disclosed |
| Maximum Print Speed | 250 mm/sec | 24mm^3/sec |
| Minimum Layer Height | 20 Microns | 20 Microns |
| Network Connectivity |  Ethernet, WiFi |
Ethernet, WiFi |
| Max Melt Temp | 320*C | 280*C |
| Heated Print Bed | 145*C |
140*C |
| Certified Materials | 140+, including different types of: PLA, ABS,ASA, Flexible, Nylon, PETG, Nylon, HIPS, Acrylic,Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Polycarbonate. Unique settings created by Fusion3 for each material, 3D printer model and print head size, providing optimal performance. | 147, including different types of: PLA, ABS,ASA, Flexible, Nylon, PETG, Nylon, HIPS, Acrylic,Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Polycarbonate. Some material settings created by Ultimaker, rest created by 3rd parties (community & material manufacturers). |
| Automatic Bed Leveling? | Ultralight touch probe + mesh leveling |
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| Filament Diameter | 1.75mm | 2.85mm |
| Enclosed Filament Storage | Optional Filament Bay Dehumidifier Available |
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| Fully Assembled and Calibrated at Factory | |
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| Filament Monitoring and Detection | |
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| Prints Carbon Fiber and Other Reinforced Plastics ‘Out of the Box’? | Surgical steel print tubes resist wear |
Requires purchase of additional CC Red Print Core ($295 USD). Standard print core uses brass nozzle which degrades quickly when used with abrasive materials. |
| Print Head Size(s) | .4mm (standard), .6mm, .8mm | .25mm, 4mm, .6mm, .8mm |
SAFETY & COMFORT
| Item | EDGE | COMPETITOR |
|---|---|---|
| Ability to Close Off Hot Surfaces from the Outside Environment | |
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| Shuts Off When Door Opened | |
not disclosed |
| Air Filtration | Optional Carbon & HEPA Filter |
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| Operating Sound Level | 37.5 dBA (Closed), 42 dBA (Open) | <50 dBA |
WARRANTY & SUPPORT
| Item | EDGE | COMPETITOR |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Duration | 2 Years | 1 Year |
| Free Lifetime Tech Support? | Provided by Fusion3’s Live, US-Based Experts |
Provided by resellers, online community forums and in USA, contracted 3d party vendor (fbrc8). |
| Live Tech Support Availability | 8am-8pm, Monday-Friday EST | Varies by location, USA 9am to 5:30p Monday-Friday EST |
| Response Time | Within 1 business hour | Not provided |
| Free Live, Online Training Classes For Customers | Yes | |
| Place of Manufacture | Greensboro, North Carolina, USA | Netherlands, US sales imported and assembled in Memphis, TN by 3rd party. |
| Price | Click Here for a Quote | $6,355 |