SNAPMAKER | U1 High-Speed Multi-Color, multi-material 3D Printer

PRODUCT DETAILS:

The Snapmaker U1 is a high-speed CoreXY FDM 3D printer designed for creators, hobbyists, and businesses looking for efficient multi-color and multi-material printing with minimal filament waste.

Featuring a 270 × 270 × 270 mm build volume, a maximum toolhead speed of 500 mm/s, and acceleration of up to 20,000 mm/s², the U1 is suitable for producing detailed models, prototypes, customized products, functional components, and multi-color 3D prints.

Equipped with the innovative SnapSwap System, the printer uses four independent extruders with preloaded and preheated materials, allowing toolhead changes in approximately five seconds. This reduces the need for filament purging during color or material changes, delivering up to 5× faster switching performance and 5× less material waste, depending on the printing project.

The U1 also features smart calibration, automatic filament handling, AI-powered print monitoring, a built-in camera, and remote operation through the Snapmaker App for a convenient and streamlined printing experience.

MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS:

GENERAL PRINTING SPECIFICATIONS

• Brand: Snapmaker

• Model: U1

• Printer Type: FDM 3D Printer

• Printing Technology: Fused Deposition Modeling

• Motion System: CoreXY

• Build Volume: 270 × 270 × 270 mm

• Maximum Toolhead Speed: 500 mm/s

• Maximum Acceleration: 20,000 mm/s²

• Toolheads Included: 4

• Toolhead Switching System: SnapSwap

• Toolhead Switching Time: Approximately 5 Seconds

• Multi-Color Printing: Supported

• Multi-Material Printing: Supported

EXTRUDER AND TEMPERATURE

• Extruder System: 4 Independent Extruders

• Maximum Hotend Flow Rate: 32 mm³/s

• Nozzle Material: Stainless Steel

• Standard Nozzle Diameter: 0.4 mm

• Maximum Nozzle Temperature: 300°C

• Filament Diameter: 1.75 mm

• Part Cooling: Main and Auxiliary Part Cooling Fans

• Maximum Heated Bed Temperature: 100°C

• Build Plate: Flexible Steel Sheet with PEI Surface

MOTION AND CALIBRATION

• Motion Structure: CoreXY

• X-Axis Rails: Lightweight Carbon Fiber

• Heated Bed Leveling: Automatic Mesh Bed Leveling

• Active Vibration Control: Accelerometer and Input Shaping Calibration

• Automatic Flow Compensation: Pressure Advance Calibration

• Toolhead Offset Calibration: Automatic Coordinate Measuring Calibration

• Dynamic Flow Calibration: Supported

• Vibration Compensation: Supported

SNAPSWAP SYSTEM

• Number of Toolheads: 4

• Toolhead Switching Time: Approximately 5 Seconds

• Preloaded Filaments: Supported

• Preheated Toolheads: Supported

• Multi-Color Printing: Yes

• Multi-Material Printing: Yes

• Reduced Filament Purging: Yes

• Automatic Toolhead Offset Calibration: Supported

CONTROL AND CONNECTIVITY

• Display: 3.5-inch Touchscreen

• Screen Resolution: 320 × 480

• Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n)

• USB Flash Drive: Supported

• Internal Storage: 26 GB eMMC

• Built-In Camera: 2 Megapixels

• Live Print Monitoring: Supported

• AI-Powered Print Monitoring: Supported

• Remote Control: Snapmaker App

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Maximum Input Power (220–240V): 1,150W

• Maximum Input Power (100–120V): 400W

• Maximum Input Current (220–240V): 6A

• Maximum Input Current (100–120V): 4A

***Use the power configuration appropriate for the supplied regional model.***

KEY FEATURES

• SnapSwap Toolhead System: Switches between four independently loaded and preheated toolheads in approximately five seconds.

• Multi-Color and Multi-Material Printing: Supports up to four different filament feeds for creative and functional printing applications.

• Reduced Filament Waste: Minimizes the purging normally required when switching colors or materials through a shared nozzle.

• High-Speed CoreXY Printing: Supports toolhead speeds of up to 500 mm/s and acceleration of 20,000 mm/s².

• Generous Build Volume: Provides a 270 × 270 × 270 mm printing area for models, prototypes, and customized products.

• Carbon Fiber X-Axis Rails: Combines lightweight construction with rigidity for precise high-speed movement.

• Smart Automatic Calibration: Includes mesh bed leveling, vibration compensation, flow calibration, and toolhead offset calibration.

• High-Temperature Hotend: Reaches temperatures of up to 300°C for a variety of compatible filaments.

• Flexible PEI Build Plate: Provides a convenient printing surface and easier model removal.

• Automatic Filament Handling: Simplifies filament management during printing operations.

• AI-Powered Print Monitoring: Supports intelligent monitoring of printing progress and selected printing issues.

• Built-In Camera: Features a 2-megapixel chamber camera for live print viewing.

• 3.5-inch Touchscreen: Provides convenient access to printer settings and controls.

• Remote Operation: Supports printer monitoring and control through the Snapmaker App.

• Expandable Material Compatibility: Supports additional engineering-grade and reinforced filaments with the appropriate optional accessories.

MACHINE SIZE AND WEIGHT:

PRINTER DIMENSIONS

• Machine Dimensions (L × W × H): 58.4 × 49.9 × 73 cm

• Machine Weight: 18.2 kg

• Build Volume (L × W × H): 27 × 27 × 27 cm

***Dimensions and weight refer to the supplied machine specifications.***

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:

COMPATIBLE SLICING SOFTWARE

• Snapmaker Orca

• OrcaSlicer

SUPPORTED COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS

• Windows

• macOS

• Linux

MOBILE APPLICATION

• Snapmaker App

SUPPORTED MOBILE OPERATING SYSTEMS

• Android

• iOS

CONNECTIVITY

• Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n)

• USB Flash Drive

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• Remote Printer Control

• Live Camera Monitoring

• Multi-Color and Multi-Material Slicing

• Automatic Toolhead Calibration

• Smart Printing Management

***Compatible slicing software is required to prepare 3D models for printing. Software features and system requirements may vary depending on the installed version.***

AVAILABLE FOR SAME-DAY PICKUP:

Available for same-day pickup at the following locations:

• Santa Maria, Bulacan

• San Juan, Manila

***Subject to stock availability and order confirmation.***

WARRANTY DETAILS

1 YEAR WARRANTY

• Parts and Service

3 MONTHS WARRANTY

• Consumable Components, subject to applicable warranty conditions

WARRANTY TERMS

• Warranty coverage is subject to the manufacturer's and seller's applicable terms and conditions.

• Claims may require inspection and assessment to determine eligibility.

• Coverage for damage resulting from misuse, unauthorized modifications, or normal wear may be limited or excluded under applicable warranty terms.

***Terms and conditions apply.***

COMPATIBLE MATERIALS, BLANKS & CONSUMABLES

SUPPORTED FILAMENTS

The Snapmaker U1 uses 1.75 mm filament and supports various standard and engineering-grade materials depending on the installed accessories and printer configuration.

STANDARD MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY

• PLA: Suitable for decorative models, prototypes, figurines, and general-purpose printing.

• PETG: Ideal for durable functional parts, containers, and customized accessories.

• TPU: Flexible filament suitable for protective covers, flexible components, and accessories.

• PVA: Water-soluble support material for compatible multi-material printing applications.

• PCTG: Suitable for durable parts requiring improved toughness and impact resistance.

WITH OPTIONAL TOP COVER

• PLA

• PETG

• TPU

• PVA

• PET

• ABS

• ASA

• PA (Nylon)

• PC (Polycarbonate)

WITH OPTIONAL TOP COVER AND HARDENED STEEL NOZZLE

• PLA

• PETG

• TPU

• PVA

• PET

• ABS

• ASA

• PA (Nylon)

• PC (Polycarbonate)

• Carbon-Fiber-Reinforced Polymers

• Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Polymers

***Engineering-grade and reinforced filaments may require additional temperature control, dry filament storage, appropriate ventilation, and compatible nozzle components. Material combinations should be checked for printing and adhesion compatibility.***

COMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLES

• 1.75 mm 3D Printing Filaments

• Compatible Replacement Nozzles

• Hardened Steel Nozzle for Reinforced Filaments

• Optional Top Cover

• Compatible PEI Build Plates

• Compatible Toolhead and Maintenance Accessories

SHOP COMPATIBLE MATERIALS AND ACCESSORIES:

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• Filaments

• 3D Printer Accessories

***Note: Material and accessory compatibility may vary depending on the machine configuration. Some materials require additional accessories, upgraded components, or specific printing settings.***

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