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| Modelo | Mars 5[BUY Mars 5] |
Original Prusa MK4 3D Printer[BUY Original Prusa MK4 3D Printer] |
| Buy Resin forElegoo Mars 5 | Buy Filament forPrusa Original Prusa MK4 3D Printer | |
| Estimated price | $199,00 | $1099,00 |
| Manufacturer | Elegoo | Prusa |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Print Volume [mm] | 143x89x150 | 250x220x210 |
| Printer Size [mm] | 230x230x433 | 500x400x550 |
| Weight [kg] | 6,6 | 7 |
| Power Loss Recovery | NO | YES |
| Maximum Resolution [mm] | 0,01 | 0,1 |
| Processor | Custom 32-bit xBuddy electronics with STM32 | |
| Display | Touchscreen 3,5'' | Display touchscreen 3,5'' |
| Power Supply | 240 W | |
| Connectivity | USB | USB / Wi-Fi / internet via Prusa Connect |
| Operating systems | Windows, Max, Linux | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Date of registration in the system | 2025-04-23 | 2023-06-06 |
| Release date | 2024 | 2023 |
| Extra features | Elegoo Mars 5 features a 6.6 4K monochrome LCD screen and 35um XY resolution, with auto-leveling and system check at startup. It includes smart sensors to alert for leveling failure, resin shortage, and residue detection. Using MSLA technology with a 405 nm COB light source, it also offers a 3.5 touch screen and supports various resins, including washable, ABS-like, and plant-based types. | The Original Prusa MK4 stands out with automatic first-layer calibration via Loadcell sensor, high-speed enabled by Input Shaper and Nextruder for precise prints. It includes quick-change nozzles, customizable UI, and Ethernet/Wi-Fi connectivity. It supports a wide range of materials, from PLA to flexibles. Equipped with a 32-bit xBuddy mainboard and precise stepper motors, it offers exceptional print quality, enhanced security, and remote printing options via Prusa Connect. |
| Support for multiple colors and materials (AMS and CFS) | NO | NO |
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| Cost-benefit | 8 / 10 | 6 / 10 |
| Hardware | 1.8 / 10 | 3.2 / 10 |
| Tela | . | . |
| Print volume | 3 / 10 | 3 / 10 |
| Performance | 9 / 10 | 1 / 10 |
| [BUY Mars 5] | [BUY Original Prusa MK4 3D Printer] |
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