UltiMaker Factor 4

The UltiMaker Factor 4 is an FDM 3D printer from Ultimaker B.V. with a 330 x 240 x 300 mm build volume.

Calibration

• Verify the machine state, filament path, and print-core pairing before any calibration run.

Action: Power on the Factor 4, open the machine status screen, and confirm that the loaded material matches the installed print core family and nozzle size. For example, use an AA core for common materials and finer detail work, or an HT core when your workflow requires the high-temperature range up to 340°C.

Common defects

• No published input-shaper or vibration-compensation stack in the provided sources.

Symptoms: Users may observe that the Factor 4 does not feel as “instant-tuned” as some newer consumer printers for high-speed perimeter cleanup or resonance suppression.

Cause: A community discussion explicitly states that the Factor 4 lacks modern 3D-printing features such as input shaping and vibration compensation.