Sunlu T3

Advertising an eye-watering 250mm/s print speed, the Sunlu T3 makes some bold claims but failed to back them up during testing.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
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Product details

  • 【Reduce waiting time】SUNLU T3 3D printer has a high efficiency print speed of 250mm/s, which can save you time on each 3d model. The T3 3d printer brings you high quality printing results and a high speed printing experience.
  • 【Focus on what's important】Our printers can detect clogs in advance, and the T3 returns to standby in the event of a clog. Once the blockage is cleared, you can continue printing. Say goodbye to wasted power and consumables, and avoid adverse effects on the printhead kit.
  • 【One-touch leveling】 Equipped with a 16-point intelligent leveling system, one-touch operation automatically compensates for unevenness in the heated bed. Avoid printing instability problems, improve printing accuracy and greatly simplify your print preparation.
  • 【Super Silent Printing】Equipped with the latest 32-bit high performance silent motherboard, equipped with TMC2209 silent driver, stronger anti-interference, faster and more stable motion performance, silent printing, to achieve XYZE axis low decibel (<45dB) operation. Let you enjoy the pleasure of silent printing.
  • 【Double Protection】SUNLU Terminator 3 can retain your unfinished printing process under different circumstances. One is a sudden power failure and the other is when the filament is missing or exhausted. Accurate recording of print data in the event of power failure, filament depletion or wire breakage helps avoid wasting filament and time due to accidents.
  • 【Suitable for a wide range of materials】 Upgraded twin-gear metal extruder provides greater delivery force and precise filament control for fast printing. Easily print a variety of PLA/ABS/PETG/TPU flexible materials.
  • 【Quicker To Start】Assembly takes just 10 minutes and basic setup is done in just 3 steps right out of the box. The best 3D printer for beginners. Equipped with a PC removable magnetic platform for faster heating and stronger model adhesion, simply remove the entire platform and bend it to easily remove the model with your bare hands.

PROS

+ Silent stepper drivers and quiet mechanical system
+ Inexpensive retail price

CONS

- Fast Print mode results in poor quality models
- Included software doesn’t include a profile
- Default Power Loss Recovery creates visible defects
- Automatic build platform leveling still requires manual input
- No pre-sliced test models included

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Hardware on December 08, 2022
Advertising an eye-watering 250mm/s print speed, the Sunlu T3 makes some bold claims but failed to back them up during testing.
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