Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra 12K resin MSLA 3D printer
Elegoo, one of the most popular entry-level LCD resin 3D-printers manufacturers, announced their first 12K MSLA machine. Despite its small size and desktop form factor, the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra has a 10.1-inch monochrome LCD screen with a resolution of 11520x5120px and a COB + refractive light source. This promises incredibly precise and detailed 3D-printed models. The Z-axis adopts an...
Sunlu Terminator 3 (T3) review: Fast but Rusty
The Sunlu Terminator 3 (T3) is an ambitious 3D printer that promises five times faster print speed than most of its contenders. Priced for only $199.99, it comes with 250mm/s high-speed printing, a metal double-gear extruder, and a 16 points auto-leveling system. Our review covers unboxing, assembling, first impressions, and usage recommendations.
We have to admit that most of the...
Mintion Beagle V2: Swiss army knife of 3D printer monitoring
Even though I'm a MacGyver-type guy, I learned the importance of selecting the right tools for the job. Improvising will not always give you the expected result. The Mintion Beagle V2 is the Swiss Army knife for 3D printing monitoring. It provides real-time video feed and remote control on your phone or PC wherever you are in the world....
Elegoo Neptune 4 series comparison: Pro, Plus, & Max
In May 2023, Elegoo announced its first high-speed 3D printer with Klipper firmware, named Neptune 4 Pro. After four months, they announced two new members of the N4 series named Plus and Max. The Neptune 4 Plus and Neptune 4 Max not only inherit the great features of the original Neptune 4 Pro but also get some significant improvements...
Elegoo Neptune 3 MAX Large Scale 3D printer
The Neptune 3 MAX is Elegoo’s largest 3D printer and one of the most competitively priced large-size consumer FDM printers currently on the market. It features a 420x420x500 build volume, dual-gear direct drive extruder, 63-point auto-bed levelling, and PEI magnetic platform. The dream FDM printer of any hobbyist for under $500.
The Elegoo N3 MAX comes in the Neptune 3...
SUNLU S2 Filament Dryer: Moistureless 360° Surround Heating
Many 3D printing filaments are hygroscopic, which means they readily absorb moisture from the environment when they are removed from the original package. Moisture can turn into steam in the hot end, leading to issues like poor layer adhesion, bubbling, or even clogging of the nozzle. Using a filament dryer box such as the SUNLU S2 is essential to...
ELEGOO MARS 2 PRO review: My first 3D printer
I think there is no drone pilot that at least once didn't need urgently a 3D printed part or accessory. No one can contest how convenient (fast and cost-effective) is to make your own camera mount in the comfort of your own garage instead of ordering on eBay. The ELEGOO MARS 2 PRO is the first-ever 3D printer I...
eSUN eBox filament dryer review
When I got the first 3D printer and had only a few meters of demo filament, I didn't realize the purpose of a filament dryer like the eSUN eBox. Later, when I started to test more and more types and colors of filaments, I ended up with many started spools.
Most 3D printing filaments are highly hygroscopic, fastly absorbing ambient...
SUNLU PLA and PLA+ 3D filaments: Is it Worth it?
When I show my 3D-printed objects to friends, the most common question is, "How much does the filament cost?" SUNLU is known for its affordable 3D printing materials. In this review, we tested their PLA and PLA+ filaments. To check the quality and usability, I printed various things that I needed in the house.
PLA (Polylactic Acid) and PLA+ (also...
Elegoo Jupiter: Super-sized 6K LCD 3D resin printer
On the day we published our Mars 2 Pro review, Elegoo announced an upcoming large-size 3D resin printer with a 12.8" 6K LCD. The 5448 x 3064 UHD monochrome panel achieves a pixel pitch of just 51µm that should provide outstanding print quality. The Elegoo Jupiter was announced as a Kickstarter project and will be the biggest 3D printer...
Nanovia filaments review: Best for RaceWhoops
3D printing has become increasingly popular in recent years thanks to its affordability and ability to create complex and elaborated objects in the comfort of your garage. One of the most important decisions you'll make when 3D printing is choosing the suitable filament, as the material you select will greatly affect the outcome of your project. With so many...