Stratasys announces new 3D printer and post processing system for short production runs

Origin Two and Origin Cure aim to reduce setup and tooling costs of manufacturing high-accuracy polymer parts.

Stratasys has announced the availability of the Origin Two DLP printer in tandem with its own post-processing system, the Origin Cure. Together, the introduction of these machines aims to address a demand for injection-molding quality for short production runs.

According to Stratasys, traditional high-volume manufacturing is under pressure due to supply chain disruptions, material shortages and changing consumer preferences. As a result, there is apparently a growing demand for low-volume production solutions to offset the costs of mass production. The new Origin Two is intended to eliminate the high setup and tooling costs typical for low to medium volume production while still meeting key precision requirements.

“Additive manufacturing has grown to be a critical component of production at any scale on the manufacturing floor,” said Rani Hagag, Chief Healthcare and Consumer Business Officer, Stratasys. “With the new Origin® solution, manufacturers in need of low volume, high precision parts now have an alternative to mass production that can meet their most stringent requirements, something which was not possible with additive before.”


The new machines are designed to achieve a consistent accuracy of +/- 50 µm, critical for industries such as connectors, aerospace and automotive. For applications such as seals and gaskets, housings and window parts, they’re designed to provide additional essential features including:

  • Achieving repeatability of more than 93% within +/- 50 µm across Origin Two printers, and surface finish smoothness of up to RA 3 µm, while maintaining high-print speeds up to 20 mm/hour.
  • The heated chamber of the Origin Two enables reliable printing of materials with a Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) of up to 300°C, making it suitable for a range of high-performance applications.
  • Running on a 385-nanometer wavelength, the Origin Two system supports a range of high-performance materials, including high-temperature resins and high-viscosity formulations.

“Additive manufacturing is becoming increasingly valuable for low production volumes in the manufacturing sector,” said Ryan Martin, Senior Research Director, ABI Research in a Stratasys press release. “Manufacturers are using 3D printing for low-volume and custom parts, which helps reduce lead times and waste. This allows for greater flexibility and cost efficiency, supporting both prototyping and on-demand production. As a result, additive manufacturing is proving to be a practical solution for companies looking to adapt quickly to market needs and reduce inventory costs.”

The Origin Two and Origin Cure will be showcased at the Stratasys booth (West Building Foyer, booth #433007) at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago, September 9-14.

The hardware is commercially available starting September 5.

Written by

Ian Wright

Ian is a senior editor at engineering.com, covering additive manufacturing and 3D printing, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing. Ian holds bachelors and masters degrees in philosophy from McMaster University and spent six years pursuing a doctoral degree at York University before withdrawing in good standing.