ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer Hands-on Experience

If cosmetics are the fun for girls, then industrial manufactured products are fun for boys, including digital products, home appliances, etc., such as a new computer, new mobile phone, a new watch, a new car, for a science and engineering boys For me, a 3D printer is a rare pleasure.

Since I majored in science and engineering, I was often exposed to CNC machine tools when I was in school. I have also longed for 3D printers for a long time. I used to think that 3D printers were still far away from ordinary users. Although I miss them, I have no regrets. Until recently, I got my hands on one. Buying an ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra completely changed my inherent impression of light-curing 3D printers. I used to think that light-curing 3D printers are not only expensive and the consumables are not cheap, but also very troublesome to use and operate. The most important thing is that after using it once or twice, you may no longer be interested in operating it. The playability is very low, and the main advantage is the novelty. , there is absolutely no need to buy it. But now, 3D printers are not only affordable, but also have ultra-high performance, and the prices of consumables are also within an acceptable range. The price of the printer has become less expensive, and the operating steps have been greatly simplified, making it simpler, more convenient, practical and The playability is greatly enhanced, you can print out various figures, and you don’t have to worry about losing interest after trying it once.

Unboxing and appearance

The first is the unboxing appearance. The appearance of this ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra is very technological. It adopts an all-metal body with an integrated structure and a clamshell design. The overall packaging is strictly protected and reinforced with various software and hardware protective packages. There is no need to worry about transportation. Damage issues during the process. Accessories include a printing platform, feed trough, power supply, tool kit, gloves, funnel, etc. It also comes with two bottles of resin, so you can basically use it right away.

Install and use

In addition, because the material is relatively solid, the ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra has a certain weight and is more convenient for two people to lift. Girls should use it with their boyfriend. Installing and using it with two people can also better increase feelings and experience the fun of 3D printers. . The overall installation is very simple and can be easily completed by referring to the instructions.

Inclined release technology

ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra adopts the latest tilt release technology, and the printing speed is much faster than ordinary 3D printers. The printing time is reduced from 10.5 seconds per layer to 5.5 seconds, saving almost 48% of the time, and improving the efficiency by almost 1%. times, the fastest printing speed is 150mm/h. In addition, printing speed is also related to release movement time, layer thickness, exposure time and waiting time.

New AI smart camera

This ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra printer is equipped with a new AI smart camera, which can record the production process in real-time and accurately, and can identify problems with model bottoming and edge warping, control risks, and increase the probability of success. In addition, for the printing process, The record is also a very good memory video, which is great for strengthening the relationship between couples and making memories in the future.

This feature can be turned on in the management center. At the same time, you can also use the video button to observe the images captured by the AI camera in real-time.

Smart leveling

A very important step before using a 3D printer is to level it, that is, the build plate and the printing platform are adjusted to a horizontal line, otherwise, the model printing failure will easily occur. In this regard, Saturn 4U supports automatic intelligent leveling without manual debugging. It truly solves the problem of novice users not knowing how to level or forgetting to level, causing the model to fail multiple times. It truly achieves zero thresholds for use out of the box. , suitable for all kinds of newbies to start with.

12K HD screen

ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra is equipped with a 12K ultra-clear screen, up to 11520×5120 ultra-high resolution. The higher the resolution, the clearer the printed model will be. 500:1 high contrast ratio, and there is a 9H hardness explosion-proof and high-transparency tempered film on the LCD screen, which has strong wear-resistant and scratch-resistant properties. In addition, the transparency of the display is also very high, so there is no need to worry about damage caused by bumps during operation, or the impact of resin on the look and feel of the screen.

Printing platform

Saturn 4U adopts a precision double guide rail and T-shaped screw design to operate accurately and stably. In addition, the Saturn 4U construction board adopts laser engraving technology. This technology can significantly increase the adhesion of the model at the bottom of the platform and reduce the problem of warping the model. It can eliminate shading during the printing process, making the printed model smoother and more delicate, and also reduces the cost of printing. Post-retouching work.

Interface

There is also a WiFi module interface, power switch, and USB interface on the right side of ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra, which can ensure that new users can get started quickly.

As long as the machine is connected to WiFi, it will automatically push a new version upgrade. Users can choose the upgrade time themselves to automatically upgrade the device to the latest system.

Software Installation

After downloading your favorite model from the Internet, you cannot print it directly. You also need to perform a simple slicing of the model file. The Samsung 4U U disk comes with CHITUBOX slicing software, which supports Mac and Windows systems. It is very easy to use and install.

After installing the CHITUBOX software, you still need to make various adjustments to the model such as simple movement, scaling, and mirroring, and then slice the 3D model. The transmission method can choose network transmission and U disk printing.

Actual printing experience

The entire printing process indeed feels a little faster than ordinary printers. Thanks to the Luban system control × tilt release technology, it saves almost one-third to one-half of the real-time time compared to ordinary 3D printers on the market. This ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra not only prints quickly, but the quality is also good. Whether it is hand-made game characters, comic characters, or hand-made devices, etc., it has very good model printing effects. The details and edges of the model are very fine. There is no sense of shoddy, inferior craftsmanship.

Model display

After printing it out, I am still very satisfied with the quality of the model. Especially for first-time users, it is very fresh. For some couples and lovers, the process of completing a beautiful model together gives a sense of accomplishment and happiness. For a long time, it is a very good activity to enhance feelings.

Intelligent detection

In addition, ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra has also been upgraded with a new intelligent detection system, which can detect abnormal conditions such as insufficient resin and provide intelligent early warning, which greatly increases the probability of successful printing. In addition, there are emergency measures for sudden power outages. Restart after restarting, click Continue Printing, and you can continue to complete the 3D model printing of the model.

Summary

ELEGOO is a well-known brand in the field of 3D printing. Its products range in price from 1,000 to 4,500 to 5,000 to meet the needs of users who pursue cost-effectiveness. After adding various upgrade measures, this new product can truly be used right out of the box, with zero thresholds to get started.

In addition, there are now a lot of model materials to choose from on the Internet, and models of various styles are really available. It can be seen that the threshold for 3D printers is now very low. If you are also interested in 3D printers and want to experience them, Then this ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra 3D printer is highly recommended.