- Ultimaker introduces secure line 3D printers for defense use, no wi-fi, no cameras
- Air-Gapped models are dependent on USB work processes, which eliminates cloud services
- Tamper-resistant firmware, encrypted file handling and sealed hardware
Ultimaker has announced a new series of secure line 3D printers designed for defense and high-security environments.
S6-secure and S8-secure comes without Wi-Fi connections or external cameras to eliminate potential vulnerabilities.
The launch comes in the midst of growing awareness of security risks in connected 3D printing systems. Last year, users reported the Anycubic 3D printer who received an unsolicited message on their devices warned of a “critical vulnerability” and encouraged them to disconnect from the Internet to prevent potential exploitation.
Air tips and safe
We have also previously reported how watermarks embedded in 3D -printed objects can unintentionally reveal private information, and how to destroy a 3D -printed ghost gun may not be enough to delete evidence -forensic specialists can still recover traceable data from fragmented parts.
Based on this, Ultimaker’s safe line is built to function in environments where data protection and system security are critical.
Both models are aerial, use only USB workflows and are not dependent on cloud services, reducing their exposure to cyberattacks.
Andy Middleton, SVP EMEA and Global Marketing at Ultimaker said that security was the driving factor behind the development.
“The safe line represents a strategic jump in making additive production of a trusted and implementable asset for defense organizations. By combining industrial 3D printing with uncompromising security, the safe line of the production of mission-critical components at the point of need, safe, reliably and with full control over their data and infrastructure,” he said.
Security features include manipulation -resistant firmware flashed at the factory, encrypted and revelable file handling and hardware -sealed components.
The compact printers are primarily for use in mobile devices, bases or naval installations where they can be used for 3D printing replacement parts or tools directly in operational settings.
Arjen Dirks, CTO at Ultimaker, said: “We designed our safe line products with certainty built into each layer and to meet internationally recognized standards and combine reproducibility and long -term reliability in a form that guarantees tactical capacity in defense environments.”
S6 Secure and S8 Secure use the company’s Cheetah Motion Planner, High-Flow Print Cores and an updated feeder system.
Ultimaker claims that this combination offers faster printing speeds and improved quality, although independent tests have not yet been reported.
The secure 3D printers are only available in limited batches for qualified defense and aerospace organizations. There is no official pricing, but they come with a two-year service plan.
