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Stratasys Launches the F870: A Large-Format FDM Printer Built for the Factory Floor

The industrial 3D printing landscape just got a significant upgrade. Stratasys has officially launched the F870, a large-format FDM system engineered specifically for factory-floor tooling, manufacturing aids, and production fixtures. With Toyota and Rivian already evaluating the platform, the F870 signals a clear shift: additive manufacturing is no longer confined to prototyping labs.

What Makes the F870 Stand Out

The F870 delivers a build volume of 1,000 x 610 x 610 mm (39.4 x 24 x 24 inches), offering 372,000 cubic centimeters of build capacity. Its maximum diagonal build length of 1,171 mm gives it the longest heated build capacity in its class, making it possible to produce jigs, fixtures, and assembly tools that previously required CNC machining or outsourcing.

The system maintains a heated build chamber at 95 degrees Celsius, ensuring consistent layer adhesion and dimensional accuracy across large-format prints. A built-in regenerative drying system keeps materials in optimal condition, while the printer requires no external shop air thanks to an integrated vacuum pump.

Materials Designed for Manufacturing

At launch, the F870 supports nine materials, including FDM Nylon 12CF (a carbon-fiber-reinforced nylon offering exceptional strength-to-weight ratio), ABS-M30 Black for general-purpose industrial parts, and ASA available in six colors for UV-resistant outdoor applications. A new FDM ABS Draft Gray formulation is slated for Q3 2026, designed for rapid prototyping where speed matters more than surface finish.

The SR-35 soluble support material simplifies post-processing for complex geometries, allowing manufacturers to produce intricate assemblies without manual support removal.

Three Print Heads for Every Job

The F870 uses three interchangeable N-series print heads, each optimized for different manufacturing scenarios:

• N14 — Delivers layer resolutions of 0.18, 0.25, or 0.33 mm at 25 cc/hour, ideal for precision tooling and inspection gauges.
• N20H — Prints at 0.25 mm layers using Nylon 12CF at 21 cc/hour, built for structural fixtures and carbon-fiber tooling.
• N25 — Operates at 0.33 mm layers, pushing up to 66 cc/hour for high-volume ASA fixtures and large prototypes — roughly double the N14’s throughput.

Tool-free print head replacement minimizes downtime when switching between materials or applications on a busy production floor.

Unattended Production for Two Weeks

One of the F870’s most compelling features for manufacturers is its capacity for extended unattended operation. Four material spools with 4,100-cubic-centimeter capacity each, combined with automatic material changeover, support up to two weeks of continuous printing without operator intervention. These spools are shared with the Stratasys F3300 system, giving existing customers material compatibility across their fleet.

Toyota and Rivian: Early Validation

Toyota Production Engineering, operating out of the company’s Georgetown, Kentucky facility, and Rivian Automotive at its Plymouth, Michigan site, are among the first manufacturers evaluating the F870. Both companies are testing the platform across factory-floor tooling, manufacturing aids, and advanced prototyping workflows ahead of commercial availability.

“The F870’s combination of build size, material performance and industrial features aligns with manufacturing needs we’re looking to address,” said Dallas Martin, Additive Manufacturing Engineer at Toyota North America.

Factory Integration and Software

The F870 is designed for seamless integration into modern manufacturing environments. It supports MTConnect connectivity for factory data systems and runs on GrabCAD Print, GrabCAD Print Pro, Control Center, and Insight software. The system operates on three-phase 208-volt, 30-amp power, making it compatible with standard industrial electrical infrastructure.

Stratasys will showcase the F870 publicly at IMTS 2026 in Chicago (Booth 338460, South Hall) from September 14-19, 2026.

What This Means for Custom 3D Printing Services

The F870 represents a broader industry trend: the line between prototyping and production continues to blur. As industrial printers become capable of producing factory-ready tooling directly, the demand for professional 3D printing services grows alongside. Businesses that need custom fixtures, jigs, or manufacturing aids no longer need to invest six-figure sums in their own equipment — they can partner with specialized service providers who operate this caliber of machinery.

At TT3DPrint, we track these industrial developments closely because they shape what our customers expect from custom FDM printing. While the F870 targets large-scale factory operations, the same principles — material reliability, dimensional accuracy, and production throughput — drive our approach to every custom order, whether it’s a batch of figurines or a functional prototype.

Conclusion

The Stratasys F870 is more than a new printer — it’s a statement that additive manufacturing has earned its place on the factory floor. With Toyota and Rivian already on board, the platform validates what the 3D printing community has long known: when the technology is reliable enough, manufacturers will adopt it at scale. For businesses exploring custom 3D printing, now is the time to see what professional-grade FDM can do for your production workflow.