Ultimaker 2 3D Printer Unboxing & Review - @Barnacules

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NOTES
The bad print quality on the test print was due to the broken cooling fan from shipping/customs. The print quality will be perfect once I replace the fan arrives which Ultimaker has already shipped to me! They have fantastic support.

The Ultimaker 2
To operate the Ultimaker 2 you don't need any specific technical knowledge. Every part has been redesigned to create one of the highest performing 3D printer available on the market, but also a very reliable one.

Ultimaker 2 specifications
Easy to use and reliable
Designed for non-expert and expert
Larger build envelope
Heated bed
Low cost material

Open source
Just like the Original the Ultimaker 2 will remain open source. We dare to share our knowledge because we believe we can achieve even more when working together.

Easy to use and reliable
To operate the Ultimaker 2 you don't need any specific technological knowledge. With its 49 decibel it's a quiet machine. Because the electronics are bundled the Ultimaker 2 is stable and reliable. With its nice design the Ultimaker 2 is suitable in any working or living interior.

Designed for non-expert and expert
We've made the Ultimaker 2 to be as easy as possible. You don't need to have a huge technological background to understand our printer. At the same time we've developed the printer in a way that it's still interesting for experts to work and create with.

Larger build ratio
We've managed to get an even better print-to-size ratio. This means the printer size has remained the same, and the print envelope became bigger.

Low cost material
Beside the fact that the Ultimaker doesn't use a lot of power, the material you use to print is also low cost. This makes the use of an Ultimaker very affordable.

Layer resolution: up to 20 micron
Build volume: 23 x 22.5 x 20.5 cm
Position precision X Y Z: 12.5 / 12.5 / 5 micron
Print speed: 30 mm/s - 300 mm/s
Travel speed: 30 mm/s - 350 mm/s
Recommended filament diameter: 2.85 mm
Nozzle diameter: 0.4 mm
Stand-alone SD-card printing
WiFi printing ready (future upgradeable)
Software: Cura - Official Ultimaker
Print technology: Fused filament fabrication (FFF)
Frame dimension X Y Z: 35.7 / 34.2 / 38.8 cm (no filament)
Frame dimension X Y Z: 49.2 / 34.2 / 55.8 cm (with filament)
Operation nozzle temperature: 180° - 260° C
Operation heated bed temperature: 50° - 100° C
Ambient operation temperature: 15° - 32° C
Storage temperature: 0° - 32° C
AC input: 100 - 240 V / ~4 AMPS / 50 - 60 HZ / 221 watt max.
Power requirements: 24 V DC @ 9.2 AMPS

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[ihavekalashnikovyoudomath]

This video. This video is what got me into 3D Printing. I don't know if I'd be into 3D Printing as I am now. I've spent weeks watching 3D Printing videos for _years_ after watching this video. And only within the last did I get my first printer. It's honestly incredible

[Rpkone]

I converted my solidoodle 2 over to a glass bed and I. Love. It! Best part is if you have an extra glass sheet, you can take it off, replace it, and print again immediately. Cheap and easy upgrade. I ran it the other day without hair spray or a raft and I swear it gave the bottom of my piece a mirror finish... AND IT DIDN'T CURL!

[mvr]

Nice review thanks.
I bought my UltiMaker 2 at Xmas after 2 days usage it is now defect. contacted the UM support they suggested to return the unit for a replacement/refund within 14 days to the official dealer..
phoned the dealer & they offered a refund so i returned my unit. Now they are telling me they cannot refund because the unit is defect.
Either i accept a 3-4 weeks repair or i accept the refund minus the repair costs - Great service that is!

[YourNightmar]

Step 1. Buy a 3D printer
Step 2. Print another 3D printer.
Step 3. Return your first 3D printer and get your cash back.
Step 4. Enjoy your free 3D pinter.

Trololololol

[enzocarbone]

Wow, what a fantastic hobby room. We have three passions in common: 3D print, sim racing and music. Thanks for sharing this video.

[Giogiogio]

I have one of these. Upgrading it so i can use 1.75mm filament. Has worked ut of the box for me for the past month no issues outside of my own screwing around. Im a total noob and im happy with it.

[ThirtyVirus]

I would totally buy one of those if I could, it looks like a great quality product!

[chiefdarklord]

i always thought that scene in Ace Ventura where he beats the hell out of the package he's delivering was pretty accurate for DHL

[martinsmith]

Yes, it is here!!! I love your 3D printing videos.

[BahmDaCookie]

DHL is a bad company, I worked for them for 2 weeks and I can honestly say that they don't give two f**ks about the customer. Just thought I would throw that out there :) I love these 3D printing videos :)

[ZKuutR]

I'm super jelly about this. Keep up the awesome 3D print videos Barnacules! New printer looks fantastic.

[lupuskproductions]

So happy you bought one! Can't wait to see more videos as this is one I have my eye on for this style of printer.

[GrooveCritter]

Your vids are AWESOME! Think TV host dude; you are a natural talent and gifted communicator. I can't wait to see more ultimaker 2 vids also.

[Remrie]

I would really like to see you try to get review units of competitors and really put together a comprehensive review video, or two, one full length, one abridged. These units are facinating, and your present experience and tech expertise would contribute greatly beyond simply researching. Largely because, if anyone is getting into it for the first time, the technical nuances and differences between companies and models might not seem significant when they actually are.

[MagiskeOtto]

Just a quick tip, I have sandblasted the glass plate on my reprap and that has work beautifully everything sticks. Even a little to much sometimes ;)

[RobotMama]

Please please make more Videos about Ultimaker 2 I am thinking about buying one and would like to see the whole process from creating a 3D object, making it applicable for printing and setting up the Ultimaker 2 for different materials. Your videos are amazingly funny.

[Trhuster]

Nice, i almost bought one but finally i find a Ultimaker killer. Zortax M200! I will challenge you and print same stuff so we can compare wich prints are the best! May the best man (printer) win!

[stevenelliott]

Thanks for the info I am in the market for a 3D printer and this's is the best one I have seen, and I am glad to see you are feeling better 👊🏾

[Nirvash]

New printer look and sounds like a great product. Looking forward to new video with this printer.

[sizedspills]

That... was... AWESOME! Can't wait to see some prints you do with it!