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SainSmart has SainSmart x Creality Ender-3 3D Printer (101-91-311US ) on sale for $155 - Extra $20 Off $100+ w/ discount code EF15Y2BT0RDS (apply in cart) = $135. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member(sMarcelPT & win7lose5 for finding this deal

Note, must apply the listed discount code in cart to receive discount

Specs:
  • Modeling Technology: FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling)
  • Printing Accuracy: ±0.1 mm
  • Maximum Print Size: 220 x 220 x 250 mm (8.7 x 8.7 x 9.8")
  • Nozzle Diameter: 0.4 mm
  • Layer Thickness: 0.1 to 0.4 mm
  • Nozzle Speed: 180 mm/s
  • Compatible Filaments: 1.75 mm PLA, TPU, ABS, PETG
  • Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, MacOS
  • Layer Thickness: 0.1-0.4mm
  • Compatible Software: Pro/E, Solidworks, Siemens UX, 3DS Max, Rhinoceros 3D
  • Compatible Formats: .stl, .obj, .mpt, .mpf, .nc
  • Ambient Temperature: 5 to 40° C (41 to 104° F)
  • Nozzle Temperature: 255° C (491° F)
  • Heated Bed Temperature: 110° C (230° F)
  • Connectivity: USB 2.0 connection, SD Flash
  • Power Source: AC 100-265V 50-60Hz
  • Overall Size: 440 x 410 x 465 mm (17.3 x 16.1 x 18.3")
  • Auto Resume Print:Yes
  • Spool Holder: Yes
  • Hot End: MK10
  • 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty
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Right Now SainSmart x Creality Ender-3 3D Printer only $155,SAVE $144.99.Free shipping

https://www.sainsmart.com/product...3d-printer
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This is dumbest thing I read today. Clone doesn't mean they fabricated new parts based off of Creality. Clone means they are literally built from the same OEM parts from the same OEM factory.

Please reply even though you factually did not know this. I seriously want to know why you are on a deal forum to not save people money.

P.S. Im an Ender 3 V2 user, but I don't adhere to company loyalty so I will state the truth and not base my replies off, "feelings".

EDIT: P.S.... Sainsmart Amazon is a B on FakeSpot and the link I posted is an A.
So a clone with 50 reviews? BTW, saying 'this is the only thing people should look at' is the cornerstone of an opinion you should run away from.

Honestly I'd have to question the quality of every component, just because they are "cloned" does not mean they are of comparable quality. Could be great though...could be crap. Searching "Voxelab" the most reviews I can find on Amazon is 200 which is rather low. Again, not saying I know anything about the quality but this NON-clone SainSmart has a higher rating and more reviews:
https://www.amazon.com/SainSmart-...B07DGV2L8Z .

By your own logic the SainSmart is the clear winner.
This is a resin printer. Besides it not having the ability to print models as large as this or any Ender. It also is an entirely different technology behind it.

Resin is TOXIC.

I would not buy this for just any kid. The kid needs to have demonstrated maturity and respect to be able to safely handle resin printing. Fumes can damage your lungs and just touching the uncured resin (while its a liquid) on to bare skin can cause chemical burns.

Resin models require them to be washed with iso-propyl alcohol after printing and its extremely recommended to have a device to further "cure" them to make sure all resin absolutely is hardened.

If they still seems fine to you then yes, Elegoo Mars 2 is a great first resin printer.

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DoItAllMike
04-20-2021 at 12:39 AM.
04-20-2021 at 12:39 AM.
Quote from WooHoo2You :
So a clone with 50 reviews? BTW, saying 'this is the only thing people should look at' is the cornerstone of an opinion you should run away from.

Honestly I'd have to question the quality of every component, just because they are "cloned" does not mean they are of comparable quality. Could be great though...could be crap. Searching "Voxelab" the most reviews I can find on Amazon is 200 which is rather low. Again, not saying I know anything about the quality but this NON-clone SainSmart has a higher rating and more reviews:
https://www.amazon.com/SainSmart-...B07DGV2L8Z .

By your own logic the SainSmart is the clear winner.

Check out 3dprintsos on YouTube, the voxelab is very capable
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04-20-2021 at 12:58 AM.
04-20-2021 at 12:58 AM.
Quote from billyloon :
I just got an Elegoo Neptune 2 about a month ago for $160. It has similar specs as the Ender 3 v2 and Elegoo pretty much nailed it. It's worth the extra $5 if you can manage to grab one that's in stock. They just released it in February and Amazon hasn't been able to keep it in stock.

Link? Can't seem to find it on Amazon by searching
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04-20-2021 at 01:15 AM.
04-20-2021 at 01:15 AM.
If you were thinking about 3d printing but have been in the fence it might be time for you to pull the trigger. There are easier printers to use for beginners but this build volume and cost blows them away. Once you learn how to "level" the bed correctly you will have a lot of fun
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04-20-2021 at 01:18 AM.
04-20-2021 at 01:18 AM.
Enders are decent machines, especially for the price. However remember that 3d printers are a function of 'time vs money'... more so than most products. If you spend less money, you'll spend more time getting it to work well, if you spend more money you'll spend less time getting it to work well.

yes there are exceptions to every rule (I see you sitting in your chair just waiting to argue with everyone) but this 'time vs money' metric is very evident in the 3d printer ecosystem.

consider what you have more of, or what you value least, your time or your money. Whatever machine you choose find the communities associated with it and reach out, lean on others for guidance.
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04-20-2021 at 01:20 AM.
04-20-2021 at 01:20 AM.
I can confirm I bought the voxelab aquila a couple weeks ago and it's awesome seems to have none of the issues that the ender 3 v2 has.
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04-20-2021 at 01:22 AM.
04-20-2021 at 01:22 AM.
I bought one a year ago out of curiosity. One year later, I never used it again. However, if you treat it as a high-tech toy, it is still quite fun.
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04-20-2021 at 01:23 AM.
04-20-2021 at 01:23 AM.
Shop smart! Shop...SainSmart?
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04-20-2021 at 01:30 AM.
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Quote from FFowsome :
I bought one a year ago out of curiosity. One year later, I never used it again. However, if you treat it as a high-tech toy, it is still quite fun.
Why? Nothing to print? Or just a pain in the ass? Everything takes days or many hours to print
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04-20-2021 at 01:40 AM.
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good for lowers?
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04-20-2021 at 02:49 AM.
04-20-2021 at 02:49 AM.
If you really want some serious speed then I would highly recommend skipping the 3D printers and sticking with a 2D. Sure you sacrifice 50% D, but they print 50 times faster and the prints are so much more portable!
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04-20-2021 at 03:03 AM.
04-20-2021 at 03:03 AM.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K2ZH...0NQAJ6XXYZ

Any thoughts on this one? They have $35 off coupon. I am trying to buy it for a kid who loves 3d printing. It be 1st one . Thank-you
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04-20-2021 at 04:11 AM.
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Quote from screwyluie :
Enders are decent machines, especially for the price. However remember that 3d printers are a function of 'time vs money'... more so than most products. If you spend less money, you'll spend more time getting it to work well, if you spend more money you'll spend less time getting it to work well.

yes there are exceptions to every rule (I see you sitting in your chair just waiting to argue with everyone) but this 'time vs money' metric is very evident in the 3d printer ecosystem.

consider what you have more of, or what you value least, your time or your money. Whatever machine you choose find the communities associated with it and reach out, lean on others for guidance.
I agree with the generality of your statement. That said, it seems the majority of bad experiences and getting up and running are people that just didn't take the time to build their machines right when they pulled the parts out of the box.

Taking pride in being new and building your Ender in an hour tells me that time you saved is going to cost you absolutely throughout the life of the product unless you tear it down and start over.

I got nothing against investing more to spend less time. I really only mean to heavily imply the time suck from spending less here is mitigated vastly if they just spend extra time on the initial build and setup.

But hey.... if you just want to start printing with almost a guarantee not to mess up... get that Prusa Big Grin
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04-20-2021 at 04:18 AM.
Quote from win7lose5 :
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K2ZH...0NQAJ6XXYZ [amazon.com]

Any thoughts on this one? They have $35 off coupon. I am trying to buy it for a kid who loves 3d printing. It be 1st one . Thank-you
This is a resin printer. Besides it not having the ability to print models as large as this or any Ender. It also is an entirely different technology behind it.

Resin is TOXIC.

I would not buy this for just any kid. The kid needs to have demonstrated maturity and respect to be able to safely handle resin printing. Fumes can damage your lungs and just touching the uncured resin (while its a liquid) on to bare skin can cause chemical burns.

Resin models require them to be washed with iso-propyl alcohol after printing and its extremely recommended to have a device to further "cure" them to make sure all resin absolutely is hardened.

If they still seems fine to you then yes, Elegoo Mars 2 is a great first resin printer.
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04-20-2021 at 04:21 AM.
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Quote from cyciumx :
This is a resin printer. Besides it not having the ability to print models as large as this or any Ender. It also is an entirely different technology behind it.

Resin is TOXIC.

I would not buy this for just any kid. The kid needs to have demonstrated maturity and respect to be able to safely handle resin printing. Fumes can damage your lungs and just touching the uncured resin (while its a liquid) on to bare skin can cause chemical burns.

Resin models require them to be washed with iso-propyl alcohol after printing and its extremely recommended to have a device to further "cure" them to make sure all resin absolutely is hardened.

If they still seems fine to you then yes, Elegoo Mars 2 is a great first resin printer.

Thank you so much. I did not know any of this. Clearly I need to do more research. What about the current thread one sainsmart x one? Thank you again and again
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04-20-2021 at 04:42 AM.
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Great printer and good price. I have two original ender 3 and one V2, still prefer the original, V2 has the silent board but the fans are still very loud and I do not like the limited controls on the color LCD screen, looks nice but the original E3 screen is much more functional for me. If I could I would return my V2 and get this instead and use the money saved for upgrades.
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