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Justin Caldwell

Justin obtained his MBA at Baker University. He loves learning and writing about smart home technology and has a passion for its application. Justin brings a wealth of writing experience to the Total 3DPrinting team and enjoys discovering new 3D Printing technologies that anyone can use.

Creality Ender 5 Review

Creality Ender 5 Review [2022]: Yay or Nay? Find Out Here!

We live in a world where 3D-printing is no longer a novelty, but a technology ingrained into our way of living. For example, I recently had a friend send me, and my family 3D-printed face masks. How awesome is that? It took a few days for her to print them and send them, but still!

It’s amazing to think that what was once thought of as a novel technology is now being used to create objects that have a significant impact on the world around us. What’s also amazing is how easily accessible these devices are becoming to anyone who wants to get into the world of 3D printing.

One company making this a reality is Creality, which has released another solid 3D printer in its Ender lineup, the Ender 5. This printer offers plenty of features and functionality while remaining simple enough that even an amateur can use it.

But our goal isn’t to provide a high-level view of this printer. We want to get into the details. What features does it offer? Is it reliable? How is it different

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Anycubic Mega X Review

Anycubic Mega X Review [2022]: Should You Go For It?

Imagine you’re rolling through the McDonald’s drive-thru and you order a Big Mac, fries, and a Coke. Classic order. Good on you. Now, you ask them to supersize it. Because you simply can’t get enough of the greasy goodness.

Apply this logic to the Anycubic Mega S. That’s what Anycubic did when they made the Mega X. It’s like a supersized Mega S, with all the same great features in a bigger package. It’s a mid-sized FDM printer that’s definitely worth your money.

Are you looking for a 3D printer that rings up at less than $500 and meets, or even surpasses your expectations? Then you may have come to the right place.

Specifications

anycubic mega x 3D printer

  • Technology: FDM
  • Weight: 14kg
  • Printer dimensions: 500mm x 500mm x 553mm
  • Arrangement: C
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Elegoo Mars vs Anycubic Photon [2022]: Which Should You Choose?

If you’re looking for a 3D printer that uses resin rather than filament, you may be looking at a DLP printer as opposed to an FDM machine. The Elegoo Mars and the Anycubic Photon are both really great, affordable options.

They each have their own advantages, so let’s dive into the differences and a comprehensive review so you’ll know which one is best for you.

Main Differences Between Elegoo Mars vs Anycubic Photon

The main difference between Elegoo Mars vs Anycubic Photon are:

  • The Anycubic Photon comes fully assembled, whereas the Elegoo Mars requires you to install the build plate yourself.
  • The Anycubic Photon comes with a bottle of resin, whereas the Elegoo Mars does not.
  • The Anycubic Photon comes with proprietary software, whereas Elegoo Mars comes with ChiTu Box software.

Elegoo Mars

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Ultimaker S5 Review: Is it Any Good?

Consumers and small businesses demand excellent 3D printers to meet their recreational and commercial needs. Large-format 3D printers are fantastic options for product development and creating prototypes without investing in a full-scale solution.

For individuals who want to take on big projects at home or small businesses needing a large, professional 3D printer the Ultimaker S5 with its large print volume and detailed results might just be the right solution for you.

Ultimaker S5

Design

ultimaker s5

A large print volume means a large printer. You need a lot of room for the Ultimaker S5, but it’s worth it. It’s a large white box, measuring 20.5 x 19.5 x 19.5 inches. This helps accommodate the 13 x 9.4 x 11.8 inches of print vol

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