Yeah was definitely a bit of a hair puller for a bit. Definitely! A little stinkier than fast but for the price as long as you have an area for it I have been very pleased with it.
Dear sweet child, the squid attacking the "steam punk" sub is actually a scene lifted from the 1954 Disney movie interpretation of Jules Verne's 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Early Cinemascope production that won some Oscars I believe, including special effects, which kinda makes your assumption true in that it is generally recognized by many as a foundational inspiration for the steam punk ethic. Being older than dirt, I grew up on such stuff, so the recognition was immediate. Cool old James Mason & Kirk Douglas flic if you want something to watch while waiting on a print. :)
Thank you for this video. I had the Mars, Mars 2 and Saturn, and never had much of any issues. Now, I'm looking for a new printer, and I think you might have just tipped the scales to Saturn 2 😁
I can't wait to get mine up and running again. The moved didn't go well, so it's going to take a couple weeks to be fully up and running again. I have a TON of space now, so I'm very much looking forward to new projects. As for leveling, I think someone else pointed out that it's best to just level it with the bin in place, and to not use any paper at all. Just the FEP film allows you to actually level it exactly as needed.
Saturn 2 is my first resin printer, I was having the same leveling issues as you and was ready to send it back when I found out the stupid cardboard supplied for leveling was too thick. I sent feedback to Elegoo asking them to send an email to every one who bough this printer. Basic customer service in my opinion...
Hey, what material did you use to leveling your printer? After all. I am intended to buy one and i know that not leveling the printer is a huge problem.
I am a little skepticle about these carbon air filters. Carbon filters work. But how long do they last? I can tell you that masks that you buy for painting in paint booth only have a use time of 8 eight hours. When you wear a carbon mask you know it's workng as you can't smell any paint. Once you start smelling paint, the carbon filter must be replaced. So when people say they smell the resin. Then it sounds like ther carbon filter is not working. And long term damage to you could be bad. Just a warning. I wish more youtubers would talk about this. And more testing needs to be done. I like resin printing, this is really important.
I have the mini purifiers from Elegoo and they work to some extent also i have a large air purifier but proper ventilation would be best. I do still smell certain resins, oddly enough i find the elegoo clear resins smells strongest
I know what you mean. Now have a serious allergy to the resin so my printing days with resin are over. Got a standard printer now and no resin so no issues.
Hey that squid print is based on 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. So that's not a steam punk sub, it is the Nautilus lol. I jus thought I would mention it.
Regarding carbon & VOC's: I was previously poisoned by said same, to a pretty serious degree, where I lost my sense of smell, vision degraded to requiring tri-focals, lost peripheral nerve function to where I had no sense of grip strength or feeling in my feet, developed tinnitus & vertigo thanks to more nerve damage in my ears, to say nothing of the impact on my respiratory system. Some recovery, but to this day (10 years later) I still can't climb a ladder or travel w/o serious motion sickness, along w/ other sundry stuff. I can no longer smell things like formaldehyde and acetone, et al, but it takes but a whiff to make me sick all over again. The reason; being a manly man I never bothered w/ PPE's while consulting for an exhibit fabricating company where solvent printing, welding, and all sorts of random VOCs routinely clouded the huge shop air, even with general ventilation & 24' ceiling. Okay, so that's where I'm coming from. The problem w/ carbon/charcoal is that it doesn't have a gauge to tell you when it can't absorb anymore. Normally, as in when wearing an organic filter mask, you'll be topped off 'cuz you'll begin to smell or taste the VOC once the carbon is saturated. Problem there is that the more or longer that you're subjected to those fumes, the less likely you are to notice them. That is until you reach your body's max tolerance level, which is where I was. Then your sensory nerves begin to fail, and your CNS in general becomes overwhelmed. That point is different for all of us. Mine took years, but then one day my body just said nope, not gonna take anymore. So PLEASE, PLEASE, PRETTY PLEASE - read the MSDS, install a fume exhaust system AND some sort of makeup air supply to help it breath easier. Those forty little USB blocks are nothing more than a cute reminder that you need to address your air quality, and that's not negotiable.
You were asking what resins people are printing with. I usually just print with whatever I find on sale on Amazon. Which means I have a BUNCH of different brands. I just kinda mix them together and see what happens. I don't know if I'm just lucky, but 90% of the time, my prints come out great... regardless of brand, color, age. With a good shake/stir, and a 70+ degree fahrenheit ambient temp, they just work.
First time buying a 3d printer. Undecided whether to get the original saturn or saturn 2 8k. Since seeing the comparison thinking of going with the original since the comparison doesn't seem too much different
I just ordered the New Saturn 2 resin printer seen here. This be the 1st one I had... I already have 4 FDM printers and had for some time wished to have a big high detail resin printer! I ordered it from Elegoo site direct because I seen here in the UK that the Saturn 2 on Amazon UK and Ebay UK are still pricey even though it now is Black Friday event this week. I found that what with Black Friday sales on Elegoo themselves are taking off another $50 on top of a 6% off as well. So here in UK money it works out at only £438.00p which is so much cheaper than Amazon or ebay prices. The email states I get it around 1st December 2022 as it coming from a UK site.. I ordered some rubber mats and tools and a re-usable washable carbon face mask. I looked at the resins ( water washable ) But most at this time are pricey as heck here. I wait until later one and get the resins when I see a good value one? Thanks for the review I found it a great help. 😉
I bought a Saturn S to replace my mars 2 pro during black friday. 4k vs 8k is just not really that noticeable from what I've seen. I was very happy with my mars 2 pro and really only bought the saturn s because of the increased build volume.
Because it's mainly the pixel size and xy-resolution that matter. The bigger the screen, the bigger the pixel size. An 8K printer with a 10 inch screen has the same resolution as a 4K printer with a screen half that size. You would only really notice it with the same size screens for both of them.
Do you still see layer lines in smooth areas of your smaller prints, I own a Saturn and was thinking of upgrading because I like the build size or get a phrozen mini 8k, I am printing faces, miniature heads and characters at about half an inch in size, the Saturn does okay at this but it still struggles at getting something smooth and at that size it’s hard to sand the model with destroying it, I also print larger things as well figure bodies and creatures characters that have a lot of smooth surfaces and would like it if I could have a printer that would not require as much post processing. The smaller models obviously would do fine on the smaller 8k printer but the larger models well I wouldn’t be able to fit as much and could cause having to run 2 or even 3 print jobs to get the same results with the 7-12 in figures, however I could still print things like heads and arms with smooth skin areas on a smaller printer. Anyways what are your thoughts, it’s hard to gauge the look of a print from videos. Also I airbrush allot of my prints and if you have large smooth areas that are not perfectly smooth it shows up quickly. Thanks for the video it was really well done.
@@TheModelGuy I would have to know a bit more, what exactly do you mean by weird lines? if you mean layer lines there isn't anything you can do but try an orientation that reduces them, it depends on your printer however you can figure it out by dividing your layer height and your printer resolution to get an optimal angle there are videos on UA-cam that explain finding your printers best print angle for instance a Saturn at 5um is 45 degrees
No resin printer, just 6 FDM printers. But I am starting to look at 1 because my sister is doing costume/cosplay commission's and needme to print parts for her.
@@probablyblue426 I know, I have a contact for resin printers. But what is stopping me is the whole odor and needing to wear gloves and a mask to work with the models. My local 3D printing store does resin printing on order. So when I need something, they can make it for me. The rest I put out on my print farm.
@@ModBotArmy in the review of blog.honzamrazek where talk about the poor costruction quality of the z-axis can cause problem with blooming and on the elegoo reddit. I want a mid-size good printer but this make me thinking on the saturn 2.
Have you done any large multi-part models on the Saturn 2? I'm planning on buying one in February, and it would be nice to know in advance how my D&D dragon models, or a multi headed hydra, are going to turn out. The STL files I've gathered are reasonable in terms of detail, nothing really extreme, and some are, like I said, multi-part builds. I'm hoping my results with the Saturn 2 are going to be attractive when made.
@@deathpope3922 If your project comes in pieces, the Saturn 2 is fabulous. I just finished an "Ice Dragon" that stands about a foot tall. The designer supplied the STLs in 5 pieces with notches. The tolerances were perfect and everything glued together with nary a visible line.
I read of the leveling issues before I purchased my Saturn 2 and used one sheet of printer paper to level it. No good. Then read of suggestions to use two sheets of paper to level it. Again, no good. Then I used the leveling card that came with the printer. Perfect. I've been using it constantly for about a year now with only a handful of failed prints - all due to improper supports or bad orientation of the model. I've only had to level the build plate about three times in the last year. Mostly due to knocking it out of alignment while removing stubborn prints from the build plate.
Hey I am new to 3D printing but are printers like this ones that emit plastic particles? I live in a small apartment and while I can ventilate my living room alright I can't do an amazing job. I'd love if someone could give me a solid answer and provide articles on this?
I'm looking at buyting one of these. Should I buy any spares: tank, platform, flexplate, film, etc - right off the bat given that it has to come from Austria? I was going to buy the wash and cure plus to go with it, unless you recommend a better option?
I have a question about connecting the Saturn 2 to a computer. I haven't yet purchased the printer, but I did download the user manual. Strangely, it doesn't mention this at all. So, I went to UA-cam to learn about it. Right now, I assume I will use a Saturn software app, put a file on a USB dongle, and plug it into Saturn 2.
I'm just getting my feet wet, but I'm certain there's a usb port on the right side of the Saturn 2 for the purpose of receiving a usb stick. As far as software is concerned, I can't tell whether Elegoo supplies their own. What I do know is the required software is known as slicing software and the most popular third party ones are Chitubox and Lychee, and I'm fairly certain either can be used with the Saturn 2. Mine arrives tomorrow, will confirm
Great review thanks. Is this resin quite brittle or stiff? Never seen a UV resin one in real life and I know with extrusion 3D printers some filaments create a more durable or slightly flexible model. Is this the same as resin or does all the outcomes feel like model resin like airfix or warhammer models etc? Thanks
Great video! I have but one question: do you think that when printing a bust (say 150mm) on a Mars3Pro vs the SaturnS, the Resolution difference will be noticeable? And, if so, to the point where printing a piece with one machine and another piece with the other will be "evident"?
The comment on previous gens all using rocker switches for power isn't quite true. The original Mars 3, I believe, was the first to feature push-button power on the front.
this was more confusing, i almost got the saturn 2 but now i'm like, oh regular 8k saturn maybe; great videos regardless, I'm just getting into 3d printing. But I would like to pick up a good one for some commercial work I'll be doing in the near future. Printing bones, props, molds, masks and a few other random things for a startup. If you had to pick between saturn 8k or saturn 2, is there any you would particularly lean towards? Both are in my budget. Also, something I can't figure out, do I need a separate curing station when using this? If so, do you have any recommendations to go along with either the Saturn 1 or 2? Is it possible to build one? I am pretty good with electronics and build stuff with arduinos and LED lights on a regular. Thanks for the great content!, absolutely worth the sub.
I just went down the 3D printer rabbit hole last night for the very first time and decided on resin/SLA and the Saturn 2. The Saturn 2 _is_ 8K, the Saturn and Saturn S are 4K. While curing will be necessary, I don't know that a curing _station_ is necessary, it depends on your budget and how hands on you're unwilling to be with the curing. I thought Elegoo's curing stations seemed quite handy, they were in my budget, so I sprung for those too. They arrive tomorrow, I'll check back and let you know what I think.
@@TheFutureisTheFuture Fantastic, the money is already coming in through my brand new Etsy store! 🙂 In hindsight, I think I like Anycubic's wash & cure station better than Elegoo's but not enough to switch now. Glad I got the Saturn 2 instead of the Saturn 8K because I do make use of the extra build height
I'm tempted to pick up the Saturn 2 as a way of being able to print larger things my Mars 2 Pro can't handle, but the price tag is one of those oof things for me, doubly so since I'd have to get the Mercury XS as I doubt those plates fit into the Mercury X. It's definitely something I've been considering though since I'm rather enjoying painting larger items, and sometimes it isn't as fun to have to do 4-5 build plates on the Mars 2 in order to get the whole thing.
8:00 Jesus, my generation sucks. Thats a scene from 20,000 leagues under the sea, you know, one of the most famous and revered adventure stories of all time.
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Glad to hear you got the leveling issue sorted. Also. I need to grab some of those jayo resins
Yeah was definitely a bit of a hair puller for a bit. Definitely! A little stinkier than fast but for the price as long as you have an area for it I have been very pleased with it.
Dear sweet child, the squid attacking the "steam punk" sub is actually a scene lifted from the 1954 Disney movie interpretation of Jules Verne's 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Early Cinemascope production that won some Oscars I believe, including special effects, which kinda makes your assumption true in that it is generally recognized by many as a foundational inspiration for the steam punk ethic. Being older than dirt, I grew up on such stuff, so the recognition was immediate. Cool old James Mason & Kirk Douglas flic if you want something to watch while waiting on a print. :)
Thank you for this video. I had the Mars, Mars 2 and Saturn, and never had much of any issues. Now, I'm looking for a new printer, and I think you might have just tipped the scales to Saturn 2 😁
I can't wait to get mine up and running again. The moved didn't go well, so it's going to take a couple weeks to be fully up and running again. I have a TON of space now, so I'm very much looking forward to new projects. As for leveling, I think someone else pointed out that it's best to just level it with the bin in place, and to not use any paper at all. Just the FEP film allows you to actually level it exactly as needed.
Saturn 2 is my first resin printer, I was having the same leveling issues as you and was ready to send it back when I found out the stupid cardboard supplied for leveling was too thick. I sent feedback to Elegoo asking them to send an email to every one who bough this printer. Basic customer service in my opinion...
Hey, what material did you use to leveling your printer? After all. I am intended to buy one and i know that not leveling the printer is a huge problem.
I am a little skepticle about these carbon air filters. Carbon filters work. But how long do they last? I can tell you that masks that you buy for painting in paint booth only have a use time of 8 eight hours. When you wear a carbon mask you know it's workng as you can't smell any paint. Once you start smelling paint, the carbon filter must be replaced. So when people say they smell the resin. Then it sounds like ther carbon filter is not working. And long term damage to you could be bad. Just a warning. I wish more youtubers would talk about this. And more testing needs to be done. I like resin printing, this is really important.
They're mostly there for marketing reasons rather than real world use
I have the mini purifiers from Elegoo and they work to some extent also i have a large air purifier but proper ventilation would be best. I do still smell certain resins, oddly enough i find the elegoo clear resins smells strongest
I know what you mean. Now have a serious allergy to the resin so my printing days with resin are over. Got a standard printer now and no resin so no issues.
They work and you can refill them with any active carbon fish tank stuff.
Is a skepticle a rude skeptic? A skeptic testicle if you will?
Hey that squid print is based on 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. So that's not a steam punk sub, it is the Nautilus lol. I jus thought I would mention it.
I'd say that 20,000 Leagues and the Nautilus is steampunk in design.
@@ScytheNoire That's true, I meant it is from the story and not just a steampunk design.
Regarding carbon & VOC's: I was previously poisoned by said same, to a pretty serious degree, where I lost my sense of smell, vision degraded to requiring tri-focals, lost peripheral nerve function to where I had no sense of grip strength or feeling in my feet, developed tinnitus & vertigo thanks to more nerve damage in my ears, to say nothing of the impact on my respiratory system. Some recovery, but to this day (10 years later) I still can't climb a ladder or travel w/o serious motion sickness, along w/ other sundry stuff. I can no longer smell things like formaldehyde and acetone, et al, but it takes but a whiff to make me sick all over again. The reason; being a manly man I never bothered w/ PPE's while consulting for an exhibit fabricating company where solvent printing, welding, and all sorts of random VOCs routinely clouded the huge shop air, even with general ventilation & 24' ceiling. Okay, so that's where I'm coming from.
The problem w/ carbon/charcoal is that it doesn't have a gauge to tell you when it can't absorb anymore. Normally, as in when wearing an organic filter mask, you'll be topped off 'cuz you'll begin to smell or taste the VOC once the carbon is saturated. Problem there is that the more or longer that you're subjected to those fumes, the less likely you are to notice them. That is until you reach your body's max tolerance level, which is where I was. Then your sensory nerves begin to fail, and your CNS in general becomes overwhelmed. That point is different for all of us. Mine took years, but then one day my body just said nope, not gonna take anymore.
So PLEASE, PLEASE, PRETTY PLEASE - read the MSDS, install a fume exhaust system AND some sort of makeup air supply to help it breath easier. Those forty little USB blocks are nothing more than a cute reminder that you need to address your air quality, and that's not negotiable.
You were asking what resins people are printing with. I usually just print with whatever I find on sale on Amazon. Which means I have a BUNCH of different brands. I just kinda mix them together and see what happens. I don't know if I'm just lucky, but 90% of the time, my prints come out great... regardless of brand, color, age. With a good shake/stir, and a 70+ degree fahrenheit ambient temp, they just work.
what 3d printer are you using? Some seem more finicky with the resins...
This was same Issue I am facing.. Thanks for the video
if you read the instructions it said to tighten the screw in the front first then the side on the build plate when you level
Can't wait to get this printer, bought a mars 3 and it hasn't disappointed me at all
Mars 3 is great. This is basically its bigger brother.
First time buying a 3d printer. Undecided whether to get the original saturn or saturn 2 8k. Since seeing the comparison thinking of going with the original since the comparison doesn't seem too much different
I just ordered the New Saturn 2 resin printer seen here. This be the 1st one I had... I already have 4 FDM printers and had for some time wished to have a big high detail resin printer!
I ordered it from Elegoo site direct because I seen here in the UK that the Saturn 2 on Amazon UK and Ebay UK are still pricey even though it now is Black Friday event this week.
I found that what with Black Friday sales on Elegoo themselves are taking off another $50 on top of a 6% off as well. So here in UK money it works out at only £438.00p which is so much cheaper than Amazon or ebay prices. The email states I get it around 1st December 2022 as it coming from a UK site.. I ordered some rubber mats and tools and a re-usable washable carbon face mask.
I looked at the resins ( water washable ) But most at this time are pricey as heck here. I wait until later one and get the resins when I see a good value one?
Thanks for the review I found it a great help. 😉
that sea monster and submarine is probably from an old movie.. "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" 1954. :D
It'd be nice if, for once, besides the optical look, also the dimensional precision would be evaluated with some calibraiton shapes.
just ordered a second og saturn, got all the spare stuff for that machine already and i cant imagine filling a bigger vat
I bought a Saturn S to replace my mars 2 pro during black friday. 4k vs 8k is just not really that noticeable from what I've seen. I was very happy with my mars 2 pro and really only bought the saturn s because of the increased build volume.
Because it's mainly the pixel size and xy-resolution that matter. The bigger the screen, the bigger the pixel size. An 8K printer with a 10 inch screen has the same resolution as a 4K printer with a screen half that size. You would only really notice it with the same size screens for both of them.
Thanks for the tip about the paper just got my saturn today
Do you still see layer lines in smooth areas of your smaller prints, I own a Saturn and was thinking of upgrading because I like the build size or get a phrozen mini 8k, I am printing faces, miniature heads and characters at about half an inch in size, the Saturn does okay at this but it still struggles at getting something smooth and at that size it’s hard to sand the model with destroying it, I also print larger things as well figure bodies and creatures characters that have a lot of smooth surfaces and would like it if I could have a printer that would not require as much post processing. The smaller models obviously would do fine on the smaller 8k printer but the larger models well I wouldn’t be able to fit as much and could cause having to run 2 or even 3 print jobs to get the same results with the 7-12 in figures, however I could still print things like heads and arms with smooth skin areas on a smaller printer.
Anyways what are your thoughts, it’s hard to gauge the look of a print from videos. Also I airbrush allot of my prints and if you have large smooth areas that are not perfectly smooth it shows up quickly. Thanks for the video it was really well done.
Did you ever solve this? I am printing tires and any orientation gives me weird lines. AA on or off doesn’t make any difference
@@TheModelGuy I would have to know a bit more, what exactly do you mean by weird lines? if you mean layer lines there isn't anything you can do but try an orientation that reduces them, it depends on your printer however you can figure it out by dividing your layer height and your printer resolution to get an optimal angle there are videos on UA-cam that explain finding your printers best print angle for instance a Saturn at 5um is 45 degrees
FYI - not steampunk sub but 20,00 leagues under the sea. Nice review.
Good video. I just ordered mine off amazon an hour ago. Amazon has a $214 off coupon for it.
What was the final price?
hey does anyone know what type of voltage is needed for this printer? or can I use any wall outlet? thanks in advance
No resin printer, just 6 FDM printers. But I am starting to look at 1 because my sister is doing costume/cosplay commission's and needme to print parts for her.
Cool, just get a good resin printing setup lol
@@probablyblue426 I know, I have a contact for resin printers. But what is stopping me is the whole odor and needing to wear gloves and a mask to work with the models. My local 3D printing store does resin printing on order. So when I need something, they can make it for me. The rest I put out on my print farm.
If you like this, you're going to love the Saturn 3 (on track for late Q1 2023).
haha seriously? Have they teased anything?
@modbot hi, what you think on the problem with the lack of rigidity where the Z axis connects with the XY plane ? You have this problem on your ?
No I have not had any issues with rigidity on this machine. Where have you seen an issue with it?
@@ModBotArmy in the review of blog.honzamrazek where talk about the poor costruction quality of the z-axis can cause problem with blooming and on the elegoo reddit. I want a mid-size good printer but this make me thinking on the saturn 2.
I have a Mars 2 Pro and Mars 3 but the larger print volume would be great, Saturn 2 looks impressive
You might be able to add a heater to that fan cutout to keep the resin at a good temp in winter
Have you done any large multi-part models on the Saturn 2? I'm planning on buying one in February, and it would be nice to know in advance how my D&D dragon models, or a multi headed hydra, are going to turn out. The STL files I've gathered are reasonable in terms of detail, nothing really extreme, and some are, like I said, multi-part builds. I'm hoping my results with the Saturn 2 are going to be attractive when made.
I've been just slicing stuff in blender into chunks and printing each part as its own STL. It works Ok so far but I feel like there's an easier way.
@@deathpope3922 If your project comes in pieces, the Saturn 2 is fabulous. I just finished an "Ice Dragon" that stands about a foot tall. The designer supplied the STLs in 5 pieces with notches. The tolerances were perfect and everything glued together with nary a visible line.
When adding the wham bam to this exact printer is there anything special you have to do or install and level bed?
How about UniFormation GKtwo 8k printer? Do you recommend it?
Does anyone know what the hole spacing is on the cover for the optional vent hose?
Never had that issue with my Saturn 2. Got mine pre ordered and came perfect from the get go. Sucks you had leveling issues though
I read of the leveling issues before I purchased my Saturn 2 and used one sheet of printer paper to level it. No good. Then read of suggestions to use two sheets of paper to level it. Again, no good. Then I used the leveling card that came with the printer. Perfect. I've been using it constantly for about a year now with only a handful of failed prints - all due to improper supports or bad orientation of the model. I've only had to level the build plate about three times in the last year. Mostly due to knocking it out of alignment while removing stubborn prints from the build plate.
The few Amazon reviews for this printer are the reason I have not ordered one.
Hey I am new to 3D printing but are printers like this ones that emit plastic particles? I live in a small apartment and while I can ventilate my living room alright I can't do an amazing job. I'd love if someone could give me a solid answer and provide articles on this?
I'm looking at buyting one of these. Should I buy any spares: tank, platform, flexplate, film, etc - right off the bat given that it has to come from Austria? I was going to buy the wash and cure plus to go with it, unless you recommend a better option?
I have a question about connecting the Saturn 2 to a computer. I haven't yet purchased the printer, but I did download the user manual. Strangely, it doesn't mention this at all. So, I went to UA-cam to learn about it. Right now, I assume I will use a Saturn software app, put a file on a USB dongle, and plug it into Saturn 2.
I'm just getting my feet wet, but I'm certain there's a usb port on the right side of the Saturn 2 for the purpose of receiving a usb stick. As far as software is concerned, I can't tell whether Elegoo supplies their own. What I do know is the required software is known as slicing software and the most popular third party ones are Chitubox and Lychee, and I'm fairly certain either can be used with the Saturn 2. Mine arrives tomorrow, will confirm
@@sinepilot I purchased a Saturn 2 and it is on my work table. Thank you for the information about the software.
Looking into getting this to 3d print lego!
Great review thanks. Is this resin quite brittle or stiff? Never seen a UV resin one in real life and I know with extrusion 3D printers some filaments create a more durable or slightly flexible model. Is this the same as resin or does all the outcomes feel like model resin like airfix or warhammer models etc? Thanks
I have well over 800 hours on mine. Although I don't change what kind of resin I use. I have over 800 hours on mine, all without issue.
Currently looking into DLP Anycubic Photon D2.
Great video! I have but one question: do you think that when printing a bust (say 150mm) on a Mars3Pro vs the SaturnS, the Resolution difference will be noticeable? And, if so, to the point where printing a piece with one machine and another piece with the other will be "evident"?
The comment on previous gens all using rocker switches for power isn't quite true. The original Mars 3, I believe, was the first to feature push-button power on the front.
Will the Saturn 2 use different types of resin?
this was more confusing, i almost got the saturn 2 but now i'm like, oh regular 8k saturn maybe; great videos regardless, I'm just getting into 3d printing. But I would like to pick up a good one for some commercial work I'll be doing in the near future. Printing bones, props, molds, masks and a few other random things for a startup. If you had to pick between saturn 8k or saturn 2, is there any you would particularly lean towards? Both are in my budget.
Also, something I can't figure out, do I need a separate curing station when using this? If so, do you have any recommendations to go along with either the Saturn 1 or 2? Is it possible to build one? I am pretty good with electronics and build stuff with arduinos and LED lights on a regular.
Thanks for the great content!, absolutely worth the sub.
I just went down the 3D printer rabbit hole last night for the very first time and decided on resin/SLA and the Saturn 2. The Saturn 2 _is_ 8K, the Saturn and Saturn S are 4K. While curing will be necessary, I don't know that a curing _station_ is necessary, it depends on your budget and how hands on you're unwilling to be with the curing. I thought Elegoo's curing stations seemed quite handy, they were in my budget, so I sprung for those too. They arrive tomorrow, I'll check back and let you know what I think.
@@sinepilot so how did it all turn out for you?
@@TheFutureisTheFuture Fantastic, the money is already coming in through my brand new Etsy store! 🙂 In hindsight, I think I like Anycubic's wash & cure station better than Elegoo's but not enough to switch now. Glad I got the Saturn 2 instead of the Saturn 8K because I do make use of the extra build height
Why don't you just level using the FEP?
I'm tempted to pick up the Saturn 2 as a way of being able to print larger things my Mars 2 Pro can't handle, but the price tag is one of those oof things for me, doubly so since I'd have to get the Mercury XS as I doubt those plates fit into the Mercury X. It's definitely something I've been considering though since I'm rather enjoying painting larger items, and sometimes it isn't as fun to have to do 4-5 build plates on the Mars 2 in order to get the whole thing.
The plate does fit perfectly into a Mercury X. As far as I know the Mercury X and XS don't differ regarting container size.
Does this have Wi-Fi
It looks like the submarine from 20,000 leagues under the sea.
Steam Punk - no, it's the Nautilus from Jules Verne's 20000 Leagues under the Sea with James Mason and Kirk Douglas
Gonna buy one of these babies for nefarious Warhammer 40k activities soon. Anyone know any good resin brands for something like that?
8:00 Jesus, my generation sucks. Thats a scene from 20,000 leagues under the sea, you know, one of the most famous and revered adventure stories of all time.
If you have problems levelling your printer, level against an empty vat. Then you level against what you actually really need.
This problem has been known for a long time. You should have researched prior to even testing for the first time lol
It seems odd that anyone should have to research this. The company typically addresses the issue.
@@ModBotArmy indeed. it was all over social media before the issue was addressed by Elegoo. i just homed it to the FEP and it sticks like glue
They sent a defective piece of paper...
People keep getting these for free, would feel cheated if I bought one. Just because of that, I've decided not to buy one.