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You are looking for a creative hobby that incorporates STEM topics, entrepreneurship and creativity? 3D printing is as big as it has ever been, and the additive manufacturing sector expected to be worth $10 billion by later this decade. Hobbyists selling their creations via Etsy account make up a large portion of this figure. Now is the time to jump on board the 3D printing train.
You are either a first-time purchaser or looking for a second home. 3D printer A good deal is a great gift for beginners. All of this is possible because The best 3D printers You will find advanced features that simplify your life. If you can get one for less than the regular price, that’s an added bonus.
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Creativity
While the Ender brand has been well-known for being affordable and delivering excellent performance, its beginner-friendly nature has been criticized. The new Ender-3 S1 printer is easier to assemble than the V2 model. I consider it one of my favorite starter printers. Creality’s combo includes an upgraded nozzle kit and a glass plate, as well as extra filament. Check out our Creality Ender-3S1 review.
Anycubic
We recently reviewed this entry-level printer that offers fancy features, such as a self leveling bed, at a very reasonable price. It is available in many stores for as low as $200, which is an excellent value. Amazon has it for $199 but Prime members only. You can buy it on Anycubic’s site for $189 but you will have to pay shipping.
Check out the Anycubic Kobra Go review.
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Flashforge
The Finder 3 has impressed me greatly since I first used it. It is easy to set up, and you have a flexible plate that can be used to replace the glass bed. It makes it much easier to remove buildups.
This printer is ideal for teachers, since it has an enclosure that makes it stable. The slicer also allows you to control multiple printers via Wi-Fi.
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Elegoo
The Pro 3 is an excellent 3D printer for starting your journey into resin printing. It’s fast and it offers amazing detail for such a low price. Siraya Tech resin should be purchased while you are buying this printer. It is my favorite and often on sale.
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The CR-30 3D printer is the first to be commercially available. It is a fascinating machine. Although it is not for beginners, you can print large models such as swords on a single production line.
This printer is great for repeating the same model in your Etsy store.
Creality CR-30 Price Alerts: $999
Elegoo
The Saturn S is a great upgrade to Elegoo’s OG midsize resin printing machine. For larger resin printers, the screen’s 4K resolution is superb and the quality of its prints is outstanding. The Saturn S printer is twice as large as the Mono 4K because its build area almost doubles. This printer is perfect for creating intricate pieces for cosplay or models for your house.
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Anycubic
Although the Photon 4K will be replaced by the M3 series, it may still be worthwhile. The printer’s 4K monochrome screen makes it very fast and doesn’t lose any detail. The machine’s details are amazing, especially for small models such as miniatures.
The Photon 4K is $200 and offers a great entry point to resin 3D printing.
Anycubic Mono 4K price alerts: $200
Materials and accessories
3D printers are not the only thing on sale. The accessories and materials are often on sale as well. Although the savings aren’t as dramatic (a $5-10 savings might be possible), these savings add up when you need to purchase a lot materials for your projects.
Elegoo
If you don’t have the right tools, resin 3D printing can be difficult and messy. This bundle includes everything you need to wash and cure your resin prints. The Mercury is my favorite wash/cure station because it has separate stations that allow you to wash one model and cure the other, which saves you time.
Price alerts for Elegoo Mercury X Bundle: $180
MatterHackers
Inflation has impacted even basic PLA filament prices for 3D printers. Matter Hackers is offering a number of discounts across different types and colours, starting at $18 for a 1-kg spool. Amazon Basics costs $23 for the same size. You can also get 20% off many other types of 3D printing material by using the code BESTDEALS Through Dec. 31