When you compare the formlabs Form 2 to the Ultimaker S5 you can see which Printer is better. Let's take a look of the comparison, and see which model of Printer out ontop.
| formlabs Form 2 | Ultimaker S5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Print Technology | Stereolithography | Fused Filament Fabrication |
| Performance | ||
| Usable Filament Diameter | 2.85 mm | |
| Max Power Consumption | 65 W | 500 W |
| Build Area | 145 mm x 145 mm x 175 mm | 330 mm x 240 mm x 300 mm |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | 18°C - 28°C | 15°C - 32°C |
| Max. Nozzle Temperature | 280 ºC | |
| Build Volume | 145 mm x 145 mm x 175 mm | 330 mm x 240 mm x 300 mm |
| Number of Extruders | 2 | |
| Build Plate Leveling System | Advanced Active Leveling | |
| Filament Chamber Closed | Yes | Yes |
| Open Filament System | Yes | |
| Max Build Plate Temperature | 140 ºC | |
| Layer Height | 0.025 - 0.1 mm | |
| Extruder Construction Type Dual | Dual-head with electronic lifting system | |
| Total Mass Overall Dimensions | 355 mm x 333 mm x 520 mm | 495 mm x 585 mm x 780 mm |
| Resolution | 20 - 600 µm | |
| Build Chamber During Process | closed | closed |
| Connectivity | ||
| Cloud Control | No | |
| USB Port | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Port | Yes | Yes |
| WLAN | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Hepa Filter | No | No |
| Filament Runout Sensor | Yes | |
| System | ||
| Weight | 13 kg | 20.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 355 mm x 333 mm x 520 mm | 495 mm x 585 mm x 780 mm |
| Voltage | AC: 100 V - 240 V, 1.5 A (50 / 60 Hz) | |
| Total Weight | 13 kg | 20.6 kg |