Stratasys Launched F870 3D Printing Platform
Large-format additive manufacturing platforms now offer industrial operators faster tooling and part production capabilities.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Manufacturing
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Stratasys has launched the F870, a large-format 3D printing platform designed to help manufacturers fabricate end-use parts and production aids. The company also announced a new integration with General Motors across 20 facilities.
Why it matters
Manufacturers require larger machines to reliably fabricate end-use parts and tooling at higher throughput. This platform aims to provide a lower total cost of ownership for industrial customers by streamlining the production of custom manufacturing components.
The F870 starts at $149,000 and features a build volume of 1000 x 610 x 610 mm. This integration supports General Motors' expansion of additive manufacturing solutions across more than 20 facilities.
The players
Stratasys
A provider of industrial additive manufacturing hardware and materials for automotive and aerospace sectors.
General Motors
A global automotive manufacturer that is integrating 3D printing into its production facility workflows.
Toyota
An automotive manufacturer currently operating F870 printing hardware at its Georgetown, Kentucky facility.
Rivian Automotive
An electric vehicle manufacturer deploying large-format 3D printing technology at its Michigan facilities.
The details
The F870 utilizes a heated chamber and three printheads to fabricate parts using ASA, ABS, and Nylon 12CF Carbon Fiber materials. The machine's material bays are heated to actively dry filament during the printing process. When paired with Novineer simulation software, the platform allows engineers to analyze structural strength before production, enabling a robotic end-of-arm tool to be printed in just 20 hours.
Timeline
Stratasys announced the GM facility rollout in September 2026.
The F870 platform was showcased at IMTS in Chicago in September 2026.
Market Landscape
The deployment at IMTS 2026 signals a continued shift among major automotive OEMs toward large-format additive manufacturing for production aids. This adoption follows an established trend of integrating 3D printing to reduce tooling costs and lead times.
Operators should evaluate the total cost of ownership for large-format 3D printing compared to traditional machining for production tooling. Companies should track the return on investment timelines for these assets, which may reach break-even within six months in high-volume environments.
The takeaway
Large-format 3D printing is increasingly shifting from prototyping to direct tooling applications. Operators should monitor the build volume requirements of their specific production line to determine if transitioning to in-house additive manufacturing can yield similar cost reductions.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by 3DPrint.com | Additive Manufacturing Business.
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