{"id":33351,"date":"2022-07-01T20:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-01T20:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/?p=33351"},"modified":"2022-08-23T11:24:03","modified_gmt":"2022-08-23T11:24:03","slug":"elegoo-neptune-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/elegoo-neptune-3\/","title":{"rendered":"ELEGOO Neptune 3: An excellent option to start in 3D printing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today we are going to present you the new <strong>Elegoo<\/strong> machine, the <strong>Elegoo Neptune 3<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A few weeks ago we received this <strong>Elegoo<\/strong> printer with an excellent quality\/price ratio that has pleasantly surprised us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Elegoo<\/strong> is a well-known brand in the 3D world and that experience is evident in many aspects of this <strong>Elegoo Neptune 3, which is specially designed to be a machine to start in this world but, with a low price, offers features and some components that will facilitate the learning process<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As always, before continuing with the article, remind you that you can join <strong>3DWork<\/strong> on our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/trastornados\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/t.me\/trastornados\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\">Telegram channel<\/a><\/strong> full of people who are upset by 3D printing, or on our social networks <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/3DWork.Spain\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/3DWork.Spain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"external\">Facebook<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/3dwork_io\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/3dwork_io\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"external\">Twitter<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/3dwork.io\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/3dwork.io\" class=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow\">Instagram<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1  uagb-block-3f3b08dc      \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#elegoo-neptune-3-printer\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Elegoo Neptune 3 printer<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#technical-specifications\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Technical specifications<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#where-to-buy-the-elegoo-neptune-3\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Where to buy the Elegoo Neptune 3?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#elegoo-neptune-3-package-content\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Elegoo Neptune 3 package content<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#unboxing-and-initial-setup\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Unboxing and initial setup<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#components-and-mechanics\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Components and mechanics<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#kinematics\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Kinematics<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#electronics\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Electronics<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#hotend-extrusion-and-hotbed\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Hotend, extrusion and hotbed<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#display-and-printer-management-interface\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Display and printer management interface<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#print-quality\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Print quality<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#final-assessment\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Final assessment<\/a><\/ul><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"impresora-elegoo-neptune-3\">Elegoo Neptune 3 printer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Elegoo Neptune 3<\/strong> is the evolution of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elegoo.com\/collections\/neptune-series-fdm-printers\/products\/elegoo-neptune-2-fdm-3d-printer\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.elegoo.com\/collections\/neptune-series-fdm-printers\/products\/elegoo-neptune-2-fdm-3d-printer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"external\">Neptune 2<\/a><\/strong>, a printer with a contained size that improves several aspects of its smaller sister as we will see later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2FC95a9VNu54iYEXx9Sn5Y%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=159f66f5-5a0d-4e44-bb7e-5f1f416252ee\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>main difference with its sisters is the print volume<\/strong> that improves on its Z-axis compared to the Neptune 2 to a perfect 220 x 220 x 280 mm (8.5 x 8.5 x 11 inches).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, and among the most important, it continues to maintain some <strong>perfect functions that simplify and improve the operation and use of the machine<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><li><strong>Easy to assemble<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>16-point self-leveling system using a pressure sensor<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Bowden Type Double Gear Extrusion<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Silent operation thanks to its drivers TMC2225 in XYZ and TMC2209 in E<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Touch screen with a simple and practical interface as well as being able to be removed for a more comfortable handling<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>PEI<\/strong> printing surface<\/li><li><strong>Filament sensor and power failure recovery<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, the inclusion of the instruction manual, a test object or profiles for Cura (we would have liked it to have been added for others) in the SD along with the rest of the tools and assembly supplies make this printer <strong>a sensational kit, especially for those Get started with 3D printing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"especificaciones-tecnicas\">Technical specifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Leveling<\/strong><\/td><td>Automatic, 16 points leveling<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Printing materials<\/strong><\/td><td>PLA \/ ABS \/ PETG &amp; TPU<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Extrusion type<\/strong><\/td><td>bowden with double gear extruder<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nozzle size<\/strong><\/td><td>\u00f8 0,4 mm (changeable)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nozzle temperature<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2264 260 \u00b0C<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Hotbed temeperature<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2264 100 \u00b0C (250W)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Control panel<\/strong><\/td><td>4,3 inches touch TFT<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Electronics<\/strong><\/td><td>ZNP Robin Nano v2 (32b) drivers TMC2225 on XYZ y TMC2209 on E<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Printing size<\/strong><\/td><td>220 x 220 x 280 mm (8.5 x 8.5 x 11 inches)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Printer dimensions<\/strong><\/td><td>442 x 452 x 530 mm (17 x 17.7 x 20.8 inches)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td><td>$209 in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elegoo.com\/collections\/neptune-series-fdm-printers\/products\/elegoo-neptune-3-fdm-3d-printer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"external\"><strong>pre-order<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to buy the Elegoo Neptune 3?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the moment while we did this review, the only way <strong>if you want to get the Elegoo Neptune 3 will only be possible from its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elegoo.com\/collections\/neptune-series-fdm-printers\/products\/elegoo-neptune-3-fdm-3d-printer\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.elegoo.com\/collections\/neptune-series-fdm-printers\/products\/elegoo-neptune-3-fdm-3d-printer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"external\">website<\/a><\/strong> since it has not yet been officially launched on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/markets.sx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"external\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Markets2.jpg\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally you can use our search engine called <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/markets.sx\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/markets.sx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"external\">Markets.sx<\/a><\/strong>. In this way you will literally search different online marketplaces in one click (Amazon, Aliexpress, Gearbest, etc.) and it will show you the results in a single search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Elegoo Neptune 3 package content<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Elegoo<\/strong> has made some interesting improvements on the Neptune 2 that can be seen in this <strong>Elegoo Neptune 3<\/strong>, the <strong>printer comes partially pre-assembled<\/strong> from the factory and the process, which we will detail later with a video, is very simple, <strong>between 15 and 30 minutes to carry mount and start printing the sample test<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2FnIphgFhJuVQUAq3mOHOn%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=2d79e067-0b0d-45cc-aea1-235ae3554bd0\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Content included in the <strong>Elegoo Neptune 3<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><li>Base Elegoo Neptune 3<\/li><li>Z-Frame Elegoo Neptune 3<\/li><li>PEI platform 220 x 220 mm<\/li><li>4.3 touch screen<\/li><li>Filament support and a sample of filament for test<\/li><li>Tool kit, screws, and other spare parts<\/li><li>USB and power cables<\/li><li>SD card and USB adapter including manuals, laminator profiles, a test piece<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you can see, the <strong>kit comes with everything you will need for assembly, first tests, and maintenance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"unboxing-e-instalacion-inicial\">Unboxing and initial setup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have already told you that <strong>the assembly is very simple<\/strong>, starting by mounting the Z bridge that holds the X-axis, installing the power supply, connecting the screen and installing the handle and the filament support, and adjusting the XZ axis eccentrics. , extruder and bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"ELEGOO NEPTUNE 3: Assembly Tutorial\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zbMQvGb-GX4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once our machine is completely assembled, we will proceed to turn it on, and <strong>following the on-screen wizards and documentation, we will adjust and level the bed with its system and load the filament<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2FkFoj0SYuwEeysK1C2UzR%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=e6f7ca99-a835-4959-876e-42fa21c70916\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is advisable to take a look at the microSD as it also<strong> includes the assembly video, a PDF copy of the manual, the Elegoo Cura laminator, and a pre-laminated example<\/strong> figure and its stl to laminate it if we want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Components and mechanics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The<strong> Elegoo Neptune 3<\/strong> has an aluminum chassis and some gray plastic parts, with a fairly sober design and in line with other manufacturers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2Ftm112K1zZSCgRy4tYWhZ%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=2ba14ef0-1452-4ed4-bfbc-835d2b3c4cbb\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the base of the printer we find the protected and ventilated electronics space, the power supply has opted for a traditional position in one of the Z columns, something that in the future we want to improve with a double motor in Z will require some future redesign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cinematica\">Kinematics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This printer <strong>uses traditional Cartesian kinematics where it is the bed that moves on the Y-axis<\/strong>. The inclusion of a magnetic <strong>PEI surface that lightens the whole and can give us more room when it comes to obtaining better performance<\/strong> in the machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2FCWWavgeWSA44GQEjXEcU%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=de20e936-abd0-4629-940a-fb44ea98fa88\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><figcaption>PEI surface and Y-belt tensioner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The use of an aluminum chassis along with POM jog wheels allows for smooth, and low-noise movement. Also welcome is the inclusion of <strong>belt tensioners on the X and Y axes<\/strong>..<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2Fu3iLRHAv0t0fvmbdc89W%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=1c5c5a27-24c2-47b0-99d5-55a311984c6a\" alt=\"- - -\" width=\"770\" height=\"271\" title=\"- -\"><figcaption>Detail of the X axis and its belt tensioner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"electronica\">Electronics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have 32b electronics, apparently, it looks like a version customized by MKS for this <strong>Elegoo Neptune 3<\/strong>, ZNP Robin Nano v2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2FcPwiWqMMv97Lp7HRw6oT%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=d2cfe63b-1e0d-41f1-a632-56b0f97e7866\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><figcaption>Electronics ZNP Robin Nano<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we have mentioned, we have <strong>TMC2225 drivers in XYZ and TMC2209 in E that provides smooth, precise,<\/strong> and silent operation. Also, although it generates a bit of noise, the inclusion of a fan dedicated mainly to the drivers will ensure that they work at their optimum point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As usual, we have a <strong>USB port <\/strong>to connect our electronics to other devices and an <strong>SD port<\/strong> to be able to transfer\/print our pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2FRayraYYlhUFwuCJSiNEu%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=f42ca6cf-0490-4df3-bdb3-c27fc0f2414b\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Related to the electronics and its firmware, the <strong>Elegoo Neptune 3<\/strong> includes a <strong>sensor with the detection of missing or jammed filaments<\/strong> that is really useful. On the other hand, i<strong>n the event of an unexpected power failure, the printer can recover the print once we have power<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hotend-extrusor-y-cama\">Hotend, extrusion and hotbed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Elegoo Neptune 3<\/strong> mounts a <strong>standard hotend together with an aluminum dual gear extruder<\/strong> using a <span style=\"background-color: rgba(51, 51, 51, 0.2);\"><b>Bow<\/b><\/span><strong>den<\/strong> system to supply filament to the hotend. In our tests, we found that between 60-90mm\/s the extrusion was quite solid using the 0.4 nozzle and at 0.2 layer height.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <strong>filament sensor has also been included that will allow us to detect lack or jam<\/strong> and save our prints in these cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2FFwlmUJohR5dBifzsrTqR%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=4e622868-8698-4f2c-b876-c54790c35d39\" alt=\"- - -\" width=\"770\" height=\"300\" title=\"- -\"><figcaption>Aluminum double gear extruder and filament sensor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Related to this type of &#8220;protection&#8221; also comment that <strong>we have a printing resumption system in case of failure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regarding the hotend, it is protected by a very stylish casing where inside we can find the hotend fan and <strong>two-layer fans that give a fairly good flow and are not excessively noisy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is interesting to mention that we have <strong>the self-leveling sensor within the set<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2FgOvIN2Ot286AUoV6zPYy%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=c8cf7bac-dca0-4497-8767-c65afacd9b34\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><figcaption>Hotend with piezo leveling sensor and ventilation system<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With respect to t<strong>he hotbed, it behaves adequately, although it is not particularly fast in reaching working temperatures<\/strong>. On the other hand, it seems that it is limited to 100\u00ba, so if we plan to work with some technical materials we may have some limitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"display-e-interfaz-de-gestion-de-la-impresora\">Display and printer management interface<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Elegoo Neptune 3 has a 4.3-inch rectangular full-color touchscreen display<\/strong>, with a simple interface as well as being able to manipulate it comfortably thanks to its anchoring system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2FUy16ENhDslZlFD7O1fmh%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=c567364c-078d-40ed-a78a-77639a639192\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Elegoo<\/strong> has done a good job giving enough options to be able to adjust almost all aspects of the printer and settings during printing although, for now, it seems that we will not be able to enjoy the preview of our figure in it\u2026 something that <strong>Elegoo<\/strong> is sure will improve soon by update.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"calidad-de-impresion\">Print quality<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To check the default settings, which is what 90% of people normally do when using a new printer, especially if you are just starting out in 3D printing, the first thing we did was launch the example object that the SD card carries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-2920417f uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-left uagb-infobox-left uagb-infobox-stacked-tablet uagb-infobox-image-valign-top uagb-infobox__outer-wrap\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-icon-wrap\"><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">All the tests were carried out with the profiles that come with the printer, only the temperature of the filament was adjusted to verify what results we can obtain with the default settings.<br><br>Obviously, we recommend, despite the fact that the results are correct, carrying out <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/3dwork-qitec-net.translate.goog\/guias-impresion-3d\/calibracion_3d?_x_tr_sl=es&amp;_x_tr_tl=en&amp;_x_tr_hl=es&amp;_x_tr_pto=wapp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"external\">calibration tests<\/a><\/strong> to correctly adjust these values to our liking\/printing conditions.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The included test piece seemed very interesting to us since, although it seems simple, it has some interesting details, we have to say that the result was very correct, showing a correct and constant extrusion throughout the piece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2FewwEFhqfgZ1h9psbDgzJ%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=e39a090d-b5ef-4938-a404-78795061fa4a\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we mentioned, we can find a copy of <strong>Elegoo Cura<\/strong> on the microSD, and we can also download a current version on its website, which does <strong>not have any improvements except to include the Neptune 3 profiles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In our case we did tests from the normal version of <strong>Cura and PrusaSlicer\/Superslicer<\/strong> <strong>using the profile of an Ender 3 as a base, adjusting only the size of the z-axis to 250mm<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We printed a vase which turned out really well for not having the calibration tests done. <strong>These types of pieces help us to see the consistency in the extrusion, and possible failures in the Z-axis as well as test the machine with long impressions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/2779286893-files.gitbook.io\/~\/files\/v0\/b\/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com\/o\/spaces%2F-MTqLw6KI5FruaRNEMZD-887967055%2Fuploads%2Fpf2l6XGsyaaBPXkmkYce%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=704c5f96-ae8a-4612-a99f-c5c7843e451e\" alt=\"- - -\" title=\"- -\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We also carried out some<strong> power cut and filament tests working perfectly and allowed us to recover our prints<\/strong> in both cases!!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We <strong>still have to do some tests with TPU, PETG, or ASA\/ABS<\/strong> to see how it behaves, although due to the restrictions in the hotend and bed system, materials such as ASA\/ABS may not be the most suitable for this machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"valoracion-final\">Final assessment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Elegoo <strong>Neptune 3 has substantial improvements over its younger sister<\/strong>, the Neptune 2, and with a <strong>really interesting price<\/strong> ($209 in pre-order on its <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.elegoo.com\/collections\/neptune-series-fdm-printers\/products\/elegoo-neptune-3-fdm-3d-printer\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.elegoo.com\/collections\/neptune-series-fdm-printers\/products\/elegoo-neptune-3-fdm-3d-printer\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"external\">website<\/a>), it is a highly recommended option for someone looking to get started in low-cost 3D printing, simple start-up and with the support of a great brand such as Elegoo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The inclusion of a<strong> PEI magnetic base<\/strong>, a <strong>self-leveling system<\/strong> that although simple is functional, its correct extrusion system in addition to its <strong>filament sensor <\/strong>and<strong> power failure recovery <\/strong>make it one of the most prepared options in its range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And that&#8217;s all, we hope as always that our article <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/elegoo-neptune-3\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/elegoo-neptune-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ELEGOO Neptune 3: Excellent option to get started in 3D printing<\/a><\/strong> has been to your liking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t forget to visit other<strong> interesting articles<\/strong> at <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\" target=\"_blank\">3DWork.io<\/a><\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/anycubic-kobra-plus-a-great-size-for-a-great-printer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anycubic Kobra Plus: A great size for a great printer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/elegoo-saturn-2-large-size-and-higher-resolution\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ELEGOO Saturn 2: Large size and higher resolution resin printer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/elegoo-mars-3-4k\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ELEGOO Mars 3: The new beast in 4K for resin prints<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/revopoint-pop2-quality-affordable-high-accuracy-3d-scanning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Revopoint POP2: Quality, affordable, high-accuracy 3D Scanning<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/skr-pico-analysis-and-complete-guide-of-this-great-little-controller\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/skr-pico-analysis-and-complete-guide-of-this-great-little-controller\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SKR PICO: Analysis and complete guide of this great little controller<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/anycubic-mono-x-6k-new-anycubic-mono-x-printer-review\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/anycubic-mono-x-6k-new-anycubic-mono-x-printer-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anycubic Mono X 6K: New Anycubic Mono X Printer Review<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/voron-0-1-kit-fysetc\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/voron-0-1-kit-fysetc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Voron 0.1 Kit FYSETC: Analysis and configuration of this versatile\/reduced 3D printer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/mosquito-slice-engineering\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/3dwork.io\/en\/mosquito-slice-engineering\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Slice Engineering Mosquito: A Spectacular Hotend for High-Performance 3D Printers<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today we are going to present you the new Elegoo machine, the Elegoo Neptune 3. 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