Snapmaker U1 Feature

U1 Color 3D Printer

5X More Speed. 5X Less Waste.
Snapmaker U1 Feature

Meet Snapmaker U1

Meet Snapmaker U1

Make More, Waste Less

Multi-material model printed on Snapmaker U1 multicolor 3D printer, highlighting faster print time and reduced filament waste.Multi-material model printed on Snapmaker U1 multicolor 3D printer, highlighting faster print time and reduced filament waste.Multi-material model printed on Snapmaker U1 multicolor 3D printer, highlighting faster print time and reduced filament waste.Multi-material model printed on Snapmaker U1 multicolor 3D printer, highlighting faster print time and reduced filament waste.Multi-material model printed on Snapmaker U1 multicolor 3D printer, highlighting faster print time and reduced filament waste.Multi-material model printed on Snapmaker U1 multicolor 3D printer, highlighting faster print time and reduced filament waste.Multi-material model printed on Snapmaker U1 multicolor 3D printer, highlighting faster print time and reduced filament waste.
Perspectives From Pros.
Snapmaker has developed a tool changer that not only works well, but is a ready-to-go solution with little to no setup time.
The Snapmaker U1 is the machine we've been waiting for – an affordable four-color printer that doesn't waste your filament. It has speed, style, and ready-to-go simplicity.
The Snapmaker U1 is a game-changer for affordable multi-filament 3D printers, offering unmatched speed and much less waste.
It was a pleasant experience printing multiple materials with the Snapmaker U1 machine... the tool changer and printing features really provide effortless multi-material printing.
The level of precision of this printer, especially considering it uses 4 different toolheads, is amazing... tool alignment and automatic flow calibration obviously work perfectly.
Snapmaker has developed a tool changer that not only works well, but is a ready-to-go solution with little to no setup time.
The Snapmaker U1 is the machine we've been waiting for – an affordable four-color printer that doesn't waste your filament. It has speed, style, and ready-to-go simplicity.
The Snapmaker U1 is a game-changer for affordable multi-filament 3D printers, offering unmatched speed and much less waste.
It was a pleasant experience printing multiple materials with the Snapmaker U1 machine... the tool changer and printing features really provide effortless multi-material printing.
The level of precision of this printer, especially considering it uses 4 different toolheads, is amazing... tool alignment and automatic flow calibration obviously work perfectly.
Insights From Real Users

Creator: @NeokoiPrints

Creator: @Barry Rathbone

Creator: @Barry Rathbone

Creator: @Dmitrii Savin

Creator: @Christopher Wilson

Creator: @Barry Rathbone

Creator: @NeokoiPrints

Creator: @Rudi Jetten

Creator: @NeokoiPrints

Creator: @Barry Rathbone

Creator: @Barry Rathbone

Creator: @Dmitrii Savin

Creator: @Christopher Wilson

Creator: @Barry Rathbone

Creator: @NeokoiPrints

Creator: @Rudi Jetten

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Switch Filaments in 5 Seconds with SnapSwap™.

Cutting, loading, heating, purging—then repeat. Switching materials on most multi-color printers feels like an endless cycle. With the new SnapSwap™ system, U1 can not only switch colors or materials across 4 print heads in only 5 seconds[2], but also reduces filament usage to just 20% of the usual amount[3]. Now, you can save time and filament for what truly matters.

Rock-Solid & Precise Locks

The U1 uses steel-ball kinematic couplings to click each print heat into perfect position, then locks it securely—no screws, no magnets, no extra motors. Locked fast, rock solid, tested over 1,000,000 swaps with zero failures.

No More Purge for Color Change

Filament-changing printers 'purge' by wasting perfectly good filament—pushing one color through the nozzle until the last trace of the old one is gone. The U1 doesn't play that game. It only purges the tiny amount of filament that's actually degraded by the time a new print job begins, or during flow-rate calibration, cutting waste by up to 80%[4] on every print.

Less Waste Means Serious Savings

So. Much. Waste. On other 3D printers, printing a multi-color model leaves a mountain of trash – often 3 or 4 times more material is wasted than actually ends up in the model! The U1 avoids waste through smart tool switching, saving filament, saving money, and even helping the environment.

How Much Can You Save in a Year?

“Others” refers to 3D printers that use a filament changer to swap materials.

* Based on PLA filament at an average cost of $15/kg, with a printing frequency of one piece per week.

See How Much You Can Save

Choose Your Material Pairs.

With four independent extruders, the U1 lets you mix and match materials freely, giving each part its own function, or making support removal a breeze with low-adhesion combos.
Mix Materials for Easy-to-Remove Supports
Mix Materials for Easy-to-Remove Supports
PETG Support
With 4 toolheads, U1 prints stable PETG components to support your creation safely, avoiding mid-print warping. These supports are easy to detach without damage, so you can skip tedious prying and keep your finished prints intact.
PVA Support
PVA is costly but necessary for some creations. U1's 4-toolhead system minimizes purges to little or zero, so you can pair PVA with other materials freely, reduce waste greatly, and save money dramatically!
With 4 toolheads, U1 prints stable PETG components to support your creation safely, avoiding mid-print warping. These supports are easy to detach without damage, so you can skip tedious prying and keep your finished prints intact.
Blend Rigid and Flexible Materials
Blend Rigid and Flexible Materials
PETG+TPU
With 4 individual extruders, you can match flexible TPU and rigid PETG together, print more creative artwork such as a 3D printed hand bag.
PLA+TPU
U1 supports printing your own customized shoe by feeding TPU materials in different colors and hardness levels, no need for separate prints or gluing. And the PLA support is easy to peel off without ruining your creation.
With 4 individual extruders, you can match flexible TPU and rigid PETG together, print more creative artwork such as a 3D printed hand bag.

We’ve Solved the Hard Stuff, So You Don’t Have To.

Calibration is always a challenge in 3D printing, especially with 4 toolheads operating at high speed. By introducing a series of compensation algorithms, U1 delivers smooth, dimensionally accurate prints on par with single-head printers.

4 Toolheads Work as 1

U1 automatically aligns each toolhead with the main nozzle, holding offset under 0.04mm[5]to ensure sharp prints without vertical shifts.

No More Spooky Shadows

Input Shaping reduces vibrations from quick directional changes, helping keep surfaces clean and ripple-free.

No More Spooky Shadows

Fine-tuned Extrusion for Exquisite Details

U1 uses pressure advance to compensate for flow delays, reducing under- and over-extrusion for accurate prints with crisp details.

Nail the First Layer, Nail the Print

The automatic mesh bed leveling delivers a flat, grippy first layer, setting the stage for every print.

Nail the First Layer, Nail the Print

Effortless Filament Management.

U1 comes equipped with a super-compact automatic material system that holds up to 4 spools on standby. It handles everything from filament recognition to loading and switching—just hang your spools and start printing.
Automatisches Laden
Kein Einfädeln, kein Gefummel, kein Rätselraten mehr. Einfach das Filament aufhängen – der Rest läuft von selbst.
Backup-Modus
RFID-Erkennung
Automatisches Werkzeugkopfausrichtungssystem

Verwalten Sie Ihre Drucke wie ein Profi

Snapmaker Orca basiert auf der leistungsstarken Orca-Slicer-Engine und erweitert sie um ingenieurgeprüfte Profile für offizielle Materialien und Maschinenmodelle. In Kombination mit der Snapmaker App können Sie Ihre Drucke von überall aus starten, überwachen und steuern – und sogar Zeitrafferaufnahmen machen, um Ihre Kreation in Bewegung noch einmal zu erleben. Einfaches Druckmanagement direkt in Ihrer Hand.

Anormaly Detection and Alert

With a mix of over a dozen sensors and precision mechanics, the U1 automatically spots issues and guides you through quick fixes, ensuring smooth, successful prints every time.
Anormaly Detection and Alert

Capture the Highlights, Skip the Messes

The built-in chamber camera doesn’t just capture time-lapses. With an AI model trained to spot spaghetti and obstructions in the workspace, it alerts you via Snapmaker Orca or the app if things go off track, helping you avoid wasted time and materials[6].

CoreXY System with 500mm/s Travel Speed

The U1 is built on a CoreXY motion system with lightweight, rigid carbon fiber X-axis rails, delivering travel speeds of up to 500mm/s and maintaining long-term precision across a 270 × 270 × 270mm work area.
CoreXY System with 500mm/s Travel Speed

Creative Vibes, Uplifted by U1

Whether you're bonding over colorful creations at home, building your ultimate hobby hub, or adding a clever twist to your everyday style, the U1 makes it all effortless and fun.

Colorful hexagonal tiles and toys created with 3D printer
3D printed owl figure with detailed craftsmanship
Architectural model created with 3D printing technology
Colorful hexagonal learning tiles
3D printed owl figure
Architectural castle model
Colorful hexagonal learning tiles
3D printed owl figure
Architectural castle model
Colorful hexagonal learning tiles
3D printed owl figure
Architectural castle model

Reliability You Can Count on

Like all Snapmaker machines, U1 is built for long-term stability. Every machine goes through intensive lab testing to ensure consistent performance and structural integrity, so your creativity never has to wait.

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Snapmaker U1 Color 3D Printer

Snapmaker U1 <span class="color-text">Color</span> 3D Printer
4 Toolheads
5s Toolhead Swap
Multi-Material
Low Waste
500 mm/s Speed
Smart Calibration
Auto Filament System
App Control

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notes:

  1. [1]Diese Daten wurden beim Drucken mit PLA-Filament und einer 0,4 mm-Standardflussdüse bei 0,2 mm Schichthöhe, 200 mm/s Außenwandgeschwindigkeit und 250 mm/s Füllgeschwindigkeit ermittelt.
  2. [2]“Purge” here refers specifically to the process of squeezing out the remaining material from the extrusion path during color or material changes. It does not include the “wiping” procedure used to clean residual filament from the nozzle. During multi-material printing with the Snapmaker U1, a small amount of filament is used in a wiping tower to ensure print quality.
  3. [3]Dies ist ein typisches Ergebnis aus Tests im Snapmaker-Labor und dient nur als Referenz.
  4. [4]Der Filamentverbrauch kann je nach Modellgröße, Farbaufteilung und Druckeinstellungen variieren. In Snapmaker-Labortests unter ähnlichen Bedingungen verbrauchte der U1 etwa 17 % bis 47 % des Filaments, das bei anderen Einkopfdruckern für denselben Mehrfarbendruck benötigt wurde.
  5. [5]Diese Daten wurden mit sauberen Düsen gemessen. Eine Kalibrierung mit verschmutzter Düse kann zu weniger genauen Ergebnissen führen.
  6. [6]Die Erkennungsfunktionen werden im Dezember 2025 durch ein OTA-Firmware-Update aktiviert.
  7. [7]Diese Daten wurden mit Snapmaker ABS-Filament bei einer Drucktemperatur von 280 °C ermittelt.
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