ELEGOO Saturn 3 Ultra 3D Printer User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ELEGOO brand products.

After receiving the product, please confirm whether the equipment is intact and the accessories are complete. If there is any damage or missing, please timely contact ELEGOO at 3dp@elegoo.com. To ensure the performance of each product, each product undergoes strict printing tests before leaving the factory. Minor scratches may be present upon receipt, which is normal and does not affect use.

Notice

• Please keep the 3D printer and its accessories out of the reach of children.
• Please fill the resin tank no less than 1/3 of its volume, but do not exceed the MAX line position.
• Please place the printer in a dry environment and protect it from rain and moisture.
• If you run into an emergency during use, please turn off the power supply of the 3D printer first.
• Please use the printer indoors and avoid direct sunlight and a dusty environment.
• Please keep the original packaging box for 30 days for return/exchange (only ELEGOO original packaging boxes are accepted).
• Please use 95% (or higher) ethyl alcohol or isopropyl alcohol to wash your model unless you are using water-washable resin.
• If printing fails, clean the excess cured resin in the resin tank and change the resin, otherwise, it may cause damage to your printer.
• When operating the 3D printer, please wear a mask and gloves to avoid direct skin contact with the photopolymer resin.
• When using the 3D printer for the first time, please level the build platform according to the leveling tutorial before printing.
• If the release film in the resin tank is whitened, scratched, or has no elasticity, the printing failure rate is high; please replace the release film in time.
• If you have any problems with the printer, please contact ELEGOO at 3dp@elegoo.com. Do not disassemble or modify ELEGOO 3D printers yourself, as this will void the warranty.

Packing List

The package includes the following items:

• ELEGOO Saturn 3 Ultra 3D Printer
• Wifi Antenna
• USB Air Purifier
• Build Platform
• Resin Tank
• U Disk
• Mask
• Gloves
• Funnel
• Backup Screws
• User Manual
• Adapter
• Tool Kit
• Scraper

(Visual description: A grid layout showing line drawings of each item listed above.)

Printer Introduction

The ELEGOO Saturn 3 Ultra 3D Printer features several key components:

Main Components (Front View):

• 1. Z Axis: The vertical movement system.
• 2. Screw Knob: Used for adjusting the build plate.
• 3. Build Plate: The platform where models are printed.
• 4. LCD Display Screen: Shows printer status and interface.
• 5. Resin Tank: Holds the liquid resin.
• 6. Touch Screen: The primary interface for controlling the printer.
• 7. Switch: Power on/off button.
• 8. DC Socket: Power input port.
• 9. USB Interface: For connecting USB drives.
• 10. Wifi Antenna: For wireless connectivity.
• 11. Screw Knob: Another knob for build plate adjustment.
• 12. USB Air Purifier: Helps filter resin fumes.

(Visual description: A diagram showing a front view of the printer with numbered labels pointing to the Z-axis, screw knobs, build plate, LCD screen, resin tank, touch screen, switch, DC socket, USB interface, WiFi antenna, and USB air purifier.)

Additional Components:

• 1. Anti-UV Cover: Protects the resin from UV light.
• 2. Extension Port: For connecting accessories or future expansion.

(Visual description: A diagram showing a side/rear view of the printer with numbered labels pointing to the Anti-UV Cover and an Extension Port.)

3D Printer Tech Specs

Operation Screen Introduction

Main Interface

The main interface displays three primary options: Print, Tool, and System. Each option leads to a specific list of functions.

(Visual description: A screenshot of the main interface with three large icons labeled "Print", "Tool", and "System".)

Print List

The Print List allows users to manage print files. It includes sections for USB Files and History Record. Users can view files, preview models, copy files, and check print status and history.

(Visual description: Screenshots showing the "Print List" with options for "USB file", "Local file", "History". It also shows a "Model Preview" screen with file information and options to "Copy" or "Print".)

Tool List

The Tool List provides access to various utility functions:

• Manual: For controlling the Z-axis movement (adjusting distance, moving up/down, stopping).
• Set Z=0: Used to calibrate the zero position of the Z-axis.
• Tank clean: Function for cleaning the resin tank.
• Screen Exposure: For testing the LCD screen and LED light source.

(Visual description: Screenshots showing the "Tool List" with buttons for "Manual", "Set Z=0", "Tank clean", "Stop", and "Screen Exposure". It also shows detailed screens for "Manual" Z-axis adjustment, "Set Z=0" confirmation, and "Resin Tank Cleaning" with exposure time settings.)

System List

The System List manages printer settings and information:

• System: Access to general system settings like Device Info, IP address, Voice control, and Format files.
• Language: Allows selection of the display language (e.g., English, Chinese, Portuguese, Korean, Spanish, Russian).
• System Settings: Further configuration options including machine version name, IP address, sound switch, and U disk/local file management. It also shows printer error logs and after-sales information.
• WiFi: For connecting to wireless networks.
• Version Upgrade: For updating the printer's firmware.

(Visual description: Screenshots showing the "System List" with options for "System", "Language", "WiFi", and "Version Upgrade". Detailed screens for "Language" selection and "System Settings" are also displayed.)

(Visual description: Additional screenshots for "WiFi" connection, showing available networks and connection status, and "Version Upgrade" showing firmware update status.)

Leveling

Proper leveling is crucial for successful prints. Follow these steps:

1. Remove the resin tank. Lock the screw knob of the build plate, then loosen the four fixing screws of the build plate until it can move freely.(Visual description: Diagram showing the build plate with numbered fixing screws and a screw knob.)
2. Place a leveling card between the build plate and the LCD screen. Click "Move Z axis to zero" on the screen. After the printer stops moving, press the top of the build plate with one hand and lock the four fixing screws with the other hand.(Visual description: Screenshots showing the "Tool" interface with Z-axis adjustment options and the build plate being leveled with a card.)
3. Pull the leveling card.
   • If there is slight resistance, proceed to step 5.
   • If there is no resistance, click the Z-axis "down" button (in 0.1mm steps) until slight resistance is felt.
   • If there is too much resistance or the card cannot move, click the Z-axis "up" button (in 0.1mm steps) until slight resistance is felt.
   (Visual description: A screenshot illustrating the "leveling card cannot be pulled out" scenario and the "No or little resistance when pulling out the leveling card" scenario.)
4. Return to the previous menu, click "Set Z=0", and confirm the action. This resets the Z-axis to the initial height for the first printing layer.(Visual description: Screenshots showing the "Tool" menu with "Set Z=0" highlighted, and a confirmation pop-up window.)
5. Click back to the "Manual" page and use the Z-axis "up" button to raise the Z-axis by approximately 100mm.(Visual description: Screenshot showing the "Manual" page with the Z-axis "up" button highlighted.)
6. Remove the leveling card. Navigate to "Tool" -> "Exposure" -> "Text" to test the LCD screen and LED light source. If the screen displays "ELEGOO TECHNOLOGY www.elegoo.com", the leveling is complete, and the printer is ready for installing the resin tank and printing.(Visual description: Screenshots showing the sequence of operations: "Print", "Tool", "System" menu, then "Tool" -> "Exposure" -> "Text" menu.)

Test Printing

Model Printing

Plug the USB air purifier into the USB port. Slowly add resin to the resin tank, ensuring it does not exceed the MAX line. Cover the printer, insert the U disk, and select the pre-sliced test model for printing.

(Visual description: A diagram illustrating the process of plugging in the USB air purifier and adding resin to the tank.)

Model Processing

After printing is complete, wait for the resin on the build plate to stop dripping. Loosen the screw knob of the build plate to remove it, then use a scraper to remove the printed model. The model can then be post-processed using ELEGOO's cleaning and curing machine.

(Visual description: Diagrams showing the removal of the build plate with a model attached and the model being scraped off, with an arrow indicating the direction of movement.)

Software Installation and Setup

The printer supports Chitu Box and Voxeldance Tango slicing software, which can be installed from the USB flash drive. This guide uses Chitu Box as an example.

1. Install Chitu Box

Select the appropriate version of the slicing software from the USB flash drive and install it on your computer.

2. How to Use Chitu Box

After installation, run Chitu Box. Click "File" -> "Open File" to load your 3D model file (.stl type). Use the left-click and menu options to control the viewing angle, size, and position of the model.

Other Operations:

• Long press the left button and drag the model to position it.
• Use the mouse wheel to zoom in or out.
• Long press the right mouse button to view the model from different perspectives.

3. Chitu Box Setting

3.1 Machine Configuration Parameters

Click "Parameter Settings" and select "ELEGOO Saturn 3 Ultra" as your default printer.

(Visual description: Screenshots showing the "Please choose your machine" dialog and the "Parameter Settings" window with printer details like Name, Resolution, Size, and Build Volume.)

3.2 Build Volume

The default parameters for build volume (X, Y, Z dimensions) do not typically require changing. X indicates the maximum print size in the X-axis direction.

3.3 Resin Parameter

Resin Density: 1.1g/ml.

Resin Cost: Input the actual price of your resin. The slicing software can then calculate resin costs per model.

3.4 Parameters

Key parameters for slicing include:

• Layer Height: The thickness of each printed layer. Recommended: 0.05mm. Range: 0.01-0.2mm. Higher thickness requires longer exposure time per layer.
• Number of Bottom Layers: The count of initial printing layers. If set to 'n', the first 'n' layers use the bottom layer exposure time. Default: 2.
• Exposure Time: The duration for normal printing layers. Default: 2.5s. Thicker layers require longer exposure.
• Bottom Layer Exposure Time: The exposure duration for the initial layers. Increasing this can improve bonding strength between the model and the platform. Default: 35s.
• Transition Layers: The number of layers between bottom and normal layers for better adhesion. Their exposure time is the same as normal layers.
• Transition Type: Defines how exposure time changes between bottom and normal layers. Default: Linear transition.
• The Quiescent Time Before Lifting: Delay after exposure before the build platform lifts. Default: 0 seconds.
• The Quiescent Time After Lifting: Delay after the build platform lifts before it starts to return. Default: 0 seconds.
• The Quiescent Time After Retract: Delay after the build platform reaches the printing surface before exposure starts. Default: 1 second.
• Bottom Lifting Distance: Distance the build platform moves away from the printing surface during bottom printing. Default: 3+4mm.
• Lifting Distance: Distance the build platform moves away from the printing surface during normal layer printing. Default: 3+4mm.
• Bottom Retract Distance: Retraction distance during bottom printing. Avoid changing unless necessary.
• Retract Distance: Retraction distance during normal layer printing. Avoid changing unless necessary.
• Bottom Lifting Speed: Speed of build platform movement away from the surface during bottom printing. Default: 90+320mm/min.
• Lifting Speed: Speed of build platform movement away from the surface during normal layer printing. Default: 90+320mm/min.
• Bottom Retract Speed: Speed of build platform movement towards the surface during bottom printing. Default: 320+90mm/min.
• Retract Speed: Speed of build platform movement towards the surface during normal layer printing. Default: 320+90mm/min.
• Matching Resin Mode: Presets for different resin types and printing speeds. "Standard Resin_Normal Speed" is selected by default.

(Visual description: A screenshot of the Chitu Box "Resin" and "Print" parameter settings.)

4. Save the Model

After setting all parameters, click "Slice". Once slicing is complete, click "Save" to export the sliced file to your U Disk. Insert the U Disk into the printer to start printing.

(Visual description: A screenshot of the Chitu Box interface showing a sliced model, parameter summary, and "Network Sending", "Save", "Back" buttons.)

WiFi Module Instructions

1. Connecting to WiFi

Ensure the WiFi antenna is securely connected to the right port of the machine. Once installed, navigate to "Settings" -> "WiFi". The machine will search for available networks. Select your WiFi network, enter the password, and click "Confirm" to connect.

(Visual description: Diagrams showing the WiFi antenna connection and screenshots of the printer's touch interface for selecting a WiFi network and entering a password.)

2. Network Sending

Ensure your computer with the slicing software is connected to the same WiFi network as the printer. After slicing a model, click "Network Sending" in the software. The software will search for the printer; select it by name or IP address, click "Send", and the file will transfer wirelessly. Printing can begin once the transfer is complete.

(Visual description: A screenshot of the slicing software's "Network Sending" interface.)

3. Firmware Upgrade

Local Upgrade: Download the firmware file to a U disk beforehand. Insert the U disk into the printer, go to "System" -> "Version Upgrade", and select "LNW Upgrade". The upgradeable firmware versions will be displayed. Click on the desired firmware to initiate the upgrade.

(Visual description: Screenshots showing the navigation path in the printer's system menu to "Version Upgrade" and the "LNW upgraded" status.)

Network upgrade is not currently available. Please stay tuned for updates.

Machine Maintenance

• Avoid using sharp or pointy tools to scrape the resin tank to prevent damage to the release liner film.
• Clean the resin tank thoroughly before changing to a different resin color.
• Before and after each printing session, clean the build plate with paper towels or alcohol to ensure it is free of bumps or burrs.
• Perform a daily check of the printer's exterior and mechanical parts for any obvious damage, defects, or abnormalities before each printing.
• Maintain a printing environment temperature of 25-30 degrees Celsius and ensure good ventilation to facilitate heat dissipation and resin odor volatilization.
• If the Z-axis makes friction noise, apply lubricant to the lead screw. Check and apply lubricant grease every 2-3 months, increasing frequency with higher printing usage.
• If the printer will not be used for more than 48 hours, pour any remaining resin from the tank back into its bottle and seal it properly. Filter any residue before storing.
• Inspect the release film in the resin tank before each printing. Check for looseness, scratches, or severe whitening. Replace the film if any issues are found. The release film is a consumable part and should be replaced at least once every 1-2 months, or more frequently based on usage.
• Exercise caution when removing the printing platform to avoid damaging the LCD screen. The screen has a service life of approximately 2000+ hours, which decreases with increased printing frequency. Clean the screen daily and unplug the machine after printing. If screen exposure issues affect print quality, replace the screen promptly.

Warranty Statement

1. From the date of purchase, ELEGOO printers are entitled to a 1-year free warranty service, excluding consumables like the LCD screen and release film.
2. The LCD screen comes with a 6-month free warranty service.
3. The free warranty does not cover issues arising from self-disassembly, improper use, or normal wear and tear of the machine housing.

Support

For assistance, ELEGOO offers the following support channels:

• [Envelope Icon] Email Support
• [People Icon] Discussion Forums
• [Documents Icon] Help Articles

(Visual description: Icons representing email, group discussion, and documents, labeled as "Email Support", "Discussion Forums", and "Help Articles" respectively.)