【3D Printing News】Ultimaker Cura 4.2 Official Version Released!
The official slicing software for Ultimaker, Cura 4.2, has been officially released! At the same time, Ultimaker Cura won the "Software Tool" award at the "2019 3D Printing Industry Awards." This is the most direct affirmation of Cura slicing software and recognition of the pre-3D printing experience. Millions of 3D printing professionals worldwide have chosen to use Ultimaker Cura software to assist in research, development, and innovation. Learn about its new features now:
Orthographic View
The new orthographic view makes Ultimaker Cura more aligned with CAD user habits. This feature makes it easier to compare the pre-print dimensions of models. This function is currently available in Cura 4.2 under "View > Camera View > Orthographic."
(Model view in orthographic mode)
Object List
The new object list allows for quick and easy identification of file names and models. When you click on a model, its name will be displayed. Conversely, selecting an object name in the bottom left corner will display the corresponding model view. The expansion and collapse of this list will remain in the user's last used state.
(Easily distinguish corresponding file names and models using the object list)
Color-Coded Display
The infill and support interfaces in the preview view now have new color options, making them easier to distinguish in complex models. Infill lines are now displayed in orange, and support interfaces are differentiated in blue. This feature can be found in "Color Scheme > Line Type" above.
(Infill lines are orange in the new Cura 4.2)
(Support lines are now a more distinct blue)
Slicing Calculation
After clicking "Slice," the slicing button will display "Processing" and "Slicing" to prevent users from adjusting other functions during the calculation without immediate display of effects. We recommend patiently waiting for the calculation to complete before making any other adjustments after each "Slice" to avoid losing any parameter effects during the process.
(Slicing in progress)
Retraction Distance
During retraction and long movements, some filament types may "ooze" more. The new Cura 4.2 will add a new fine-tuning setting to the restart distance to maintain precise extrusion width when reprinting, resulting in more perfect objects.
Smart Seam
At the starting point of each print layer, if all extrusion starting points fall at the same location, the final object will show a more prominent seam. The new Cura 4.2 allows you to add a custom option "Seam Preference" in "Shell" and select "Smart Hiding." This function automatically selects the seam location for each layer through analysis, resulting in a better-looking 3D printed finished product appearance.
Flow Control
Flow control for different functions can now be set in more detail. You can now adjust the filament flow for printing specific features; for example, walls, infill, supports, prime towers, etc., can all be adjusted individually. This function can be found in the custom options under "Material."
Other Features
The current new version now supports more third-party 3D printers, including: Creality CR10 Mini, CR10s, CR10s Pro, CR20, CR20 Pro, Ender 2, Ender 4, and Ender 5, among others. In addition, many bugs have been fixed, such as font rendering, model settings, unnecessary travel paths, prime tower overlap, and printer name issues.
All these new features are still completely free! Download Ultimaker Cura 4.2 now, keep up with professionals, and stay ahead in your 3D printing workflow. Using it with an Ultimaker 3D printer will achieve the best results and fully utilize Ultimaker Cloud, multi-printer control, and other complete functions; not just a 3D printer, but also providing you with the most comprehensive enterprise system.
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