速递｜全球领先的消费级3D打印快造科技完成数亿元 B轮融资，互联网大厂和顶级风投共同押注

Core Insights - Snapmaker, a global consumer-grade 3D printing brand, has completed a multi-hundred million RMB Series B financing round, led by Hillhouse Capital and Meituan, with participation from several other investors [1] - The company aims to use the funds for core technology research and development, high-end talent recruitment, and content ecosystem construction to accelerate the popularization of consumer-grade 3D printing technology [1] Group 1: Product Innovation and Market Demand - Since its establishment in 2016, Snapmaker has focused on consumer-grade 3D printing, breaking crowdfunding records with its products, including the Snapmaker 2.0 which raised over 54 million RMB in 2019, and the flagship U1 3D printer which raised over 150 million RMB (approximately 20 million USD) in 2025, becoming the highest crowdfunded 3D printing project in history [3][4] - The U1 printer features the innovative SnapSwap™ independent four-head system, allowing for rapid material switching and significantly improving printing efficiency and stability, achieving five times the speed and material savings [4] Group 2: Strategic Goals Post-Financing - The recent financing is seen as a critical transition for Snapmaker from a product-led approach to a more comprehensive ecosystem development [6] - The company plans to focus on three main areas: accelerating core technology R&D to address user pain points in multi-color printing and high-speed forming, expanding global talent acquisition particularly in hardware R&D and AI software, and building an open ecosystem to lower the barriers for creators and developers [6]