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Lithoz CeraFab System S320 vs StoneFlower StoneFlower 4.0

Technical comparison · 3D printing with clay & ceramics

In brief

Lithoz CeraFab System S320 and StoneFlower 4.0 both work with ceramics, but through different technologies: Lithoz uses LCM photopolymerization, StoneFlower uses G-code extrusion on Duet 6HC electronics. Lithoz's price isn't public; the StoneFlower costs €5439.

Parameter
Identity
Launch year 2025 —
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) — 5439 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 85 × 105 × 178 cm 87 × 92 × 210 cm
Weight (kg) — 40 kg
Work area (mm) 246 × 130 mm 500 × 500 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 320 mm 500 mm
Power (W) — 500 W
Voltage (V) — 230 V
Maximum speed — 150 mm/s
Declared precision 60 um —
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The system uses proprietary Lithoz software for file preparation and print process management. The firmware is integrated and optimized exclusively for LCM technology, ensuring precise control of light exposure parameters. It is not compatible with standard open-source slicers like Cura or PrusaSlicer, requiring the use of a dedicated suite for support management and thermal shrinkage compensation. The firmware is based on the Duet 6HC electronics, compatible with the G-code standard, which allows the use of widely used slicers such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Slic3r, and SuperSlicer. This open architecture gives the user complete control over extrusion parameters and print profiles, avoiding the restrictions typical of closed proprietary software.

The differences that matter

  • Build area: StoneFlower 4.0 500×500 mm vs 246×130 mm on the Lithoz — nearly 7 times larger.
  • Technology: LCM photopolymerization on the Lithoz, standard G-code extrusion on the StoneFlower.
  • Software: StoneFlower works with open slicers (Cura, PrusaSlicer, Slic3r, SuperSlicer); Lithoz requires its proprietary suite.
  • Price: StoneFlower €5439, Lithoz undisclosed.

Which one to choose

Choose CeraFab System S320 if…

Pick the CeraFab System S320 if geometric detail matters more than volume: LCM technology targets precise technical parts (a declared 60 μm), even though the build area stays small at 246×130 mm.

See the CeraFab System S320 sheet →

Choose StoneFlower 4.0 if…

Pick the StoneFlower 4.0 if you need to print large clay or ceramic pieces: the build area reaches 500×500 mm, nearly 7 times the Lithoz's, and the Duet firmware accepts standard slicers like Cura or PrusaSlicer with no proprietary software required.

See the StoneFlower 4.0 sheet →

Where to buy

MakerSpecs is an independent atlas. We don't sell products: the purchase links are the same as on the two product sheets and don't influence the verdict. The sheets have the complete data.