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The best 3D printers

Diana Perkins36190 15-Jul-2019

If you are looking for a not expensive 3D printer, you certainly have to read this small guide to be aware of 3D printers that are in the shops now.

Resin 3D printers are really popular among the users as these gadgets provide them with a high-quality picture, offer lots of different functions, and tend to be quite fast. Actually, they have a tendency to cost really much but recently these printers have become extremely cheap. 3D printer’s works with 3D STL model files.

Here is the guide for the most affordable resin 3D printers:

1. Formlabs Form 2 is the leader among resin printers as it provides users with high-resolution prints, has specific resin for various tasks, and is quite simple in usage.

2. Peopoly Moai 130 is an improved version of Maoi that now owns a better heater module and a new FEP vat.

3. The Anycubic Photon costs about $490 but for this price, you will receive an opportunity to print tiny details.

Before you continue looking for the best resin 3D printers for yourself, you will have to decide how much money you are going to spend on your 3D printer.

Otherwise, you can simply continue reading the list until you find the printer that will meet all your demands.

Printers in this list were sorted by its price but keep in mind that their price can be changed by the shops where printers are being sold. If you are experimenting with printers or you are just looking for an affordable 3D printer, you definitely have to read this article before going to the store.

The Sparkmaker became famous due to a successful Kickstarter campaign thanks to it, this model is used all over the world. In addition, this printer beats out all the budget records as you can buy it for an extremely low price ($250). Even though this model is quite cheap, it has all needed functions such as high-resolution prints and an ability to be connected to other devices via Bluetooth. On the other hand, there are some disadvantages. For example, it has a small build volume(98x65x126 mm), it also doesn't have any touchscreens, you will have to use buttons to stop or start the machine. You can buy this printer on Amazon, Banggod, Gearbeast. And do not forget that for the printer you will need 3D models.

Anycubic Photon is affordable DLP-based 3D printer that will provide you with an impressive 2K resolution. Its price is under $400, that is the reason why so many people choose exactly this model. However, some users think that its build volume is a bit small as it is of 125x65x155 mm. You can buy in on Amazon, Gearbest, and Banggood as well as the previous model.

Wanhao Duplicator 7 is similar to Micromake L2 but it doesn't have many really important functions. It has recently received a new 1.6 version so now this printer has an innovative Z-axis structure, its stability was also improved. This model is quite user-friendly as it has a new touchscreen interface. Wanhao Duplicator 7 work with OBJ, STL 3D models. It is in stock on Amazon, AliExpress, and Ultimate.

Anycubic Photon S is very popular among the users especially after increased rigidity in Z-axis that leads to dual linear rails. Actually, this model doesn't have many differences from original Photon but as the screen has a 2K resolution the picture appears to be of better quality. It also has redesigned UI and improved charcoal air filter. You must create 3D models or buy 3D models on websites like 3dmodelmania.com, cgtrader.com. The prices on this printer vary throughout the shops (from $400 to $699), so you will have to shop around.


Updated 15-Jul-2019

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