Which 3D Printer Should You Get? A COMPLETE Beginner's Guide
Are you a complete beginner, and looking to buy a 3D printer for tabletop gaming or any other fun stuff? Then this video is for you!
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Resin - Elegoo Mars 2 Pro: geni.us/nJm3 (Amazon)
Resin - Phrozen Sonic Mini 4K - geni.us/YgYpC (Amazon)
Resin - Elegoo Mercury Plus - Cure & Wash Station - geni.us/0odsm (Amazon)
FDM - Creality Ender 3 v2 - geni.us/eUurf (Amazon)
FDM - Creality CR-10 v2 - geni.us/sL8q (Amazon)
FDM - Lottmax SC-10 - geni.us/yIDcjNE (Amazon)
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FDM - eSun PLA+ Gray - geni.us/pV52 (Amazon)
FDM - eSun PLA+ Brown - geni.us/lrFu (Amazon)
Resin - EPAX Hard Gray - geni.us/xX0V85 (Amazon)
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No one ever talks about getting the files. I started 3D printing with an old mac. It just didn't have enough grunt to render some models at all and if I had too much on the virtual print bed, it really struggled. I just happened to upgrade to a new PC and it made a world of difference.
how do you get files?
2nded
3rd. Not only "get" files, but also make your own for things not "get-able".
@@AceBoy2099 Spot on!... I don't want to print predefined stuff😜
@Phase10Minecraft as someone who’s looking to go into 3D printing myself. What printer would work with my MacBook best? And what software is compatible with most 3D printers? That’s the part I’m still confused on because I’m looking on Amazon for one around 200$
You mentioned that FDM typically takes longer because it tends to be larger prints, there is also a second reason. Since resin printers print the entire layer at once, the print time is based on the number of layers only. With FDM, it is based on the total volume of the print, so 3 identical soldiers printed all at once on a resin bed takes the same length of time as 1 of those soldiers, but takes (approximately) three times as long on an FDM printer as 1 does.
Fantastic point. I'm thinking with Resin it's best to have a dedicated room or space due to the chemicals and such, where FDM you can have it on a kitchen table when in use and not worry about cats and things as much.
@@kairon156 I would still be worried about cats and such. Some people believe that FDM will still release fumes but even if it doesn't the bed and hot end are burn concerns assuming the animals don't eat the filament first.
Okay nerd
@TMAN well do you have any tips???? i don't have a pet, but i dont like smelly fumes and also my room is kind of small. so um yeah. thats all i have. any tips from anyone??
@@whoamimilo enclose the printer in plexi and filter the air with some kind of active charcoal filter. ideally then put it out the window if you can. i've been thinking about it and that's my best idea.
i feel like you should have talked about post print processes more also, FDM is print and done, but resin you have to clean and harden the print before its ready for paint , alot more work
Totally agree with you, Danny and I will be making a Part II to this video, which includes assembly, slicing, printing problems, and definitely clean up!
@@ajdecaprio Is there only upgrades for FDM ? is wash & cure stations a must have or just fancy extra ?
@@matso3856 you have to wash and cure resin, it's a must. However you can wash them in a bucket with either water or alcohol depending on the resin, and can set then outside to cure. The stations just make it easier
Fdm Is a lot simpler in the post process. But FDM troubleshooting is a whole nother beast compared to resin. Also Resin has a lot less risk of burning your house down. Pros and Cons to both.
Information that should have been presented at the end of the video. Thanks for sharing those details.
This format was outstanding! Well done! The conversational tone and candid answers was refreshing! I also support a “part 2” with a post printing focus. I have an elegoo 2pro sitting in its box as I try to navigate “slicing” and supports, and stuff. Thank you for making this!
I believe it's worth mentioning you CAN 3D print large figures in a resin printer because a lot of the models for the figures often come in pieces to be assembled. Because I didn't know that I went and bought a filament printer and partially been regreting it. In my honest opinion if really high quality prints is your absolute top priority and are willing to pay accordingly just get one of the larger 3d resin printers like the Saturn or Photon Mono X.
Amazing point I was thinking that as I’ve been doing tons of research and want to print BJDs, ppl print the larger scale ones in parts since they come in parts anyway.
I don’t typically comment on videos, but I gotta say.. not only was your video informative, but I very much like how you went about it. I’m in the first stages of looking into 3d printing for miniatures and small terrain additions, and you confirmed what I’ve been leaning towards. Thank you for the information and keep up the great work!
A quality presentation. Keeping it simple and real. Keep up the great format. This is the best of what KZhead should be..
Awesome advice! There's something nostalgic about a new 3D Printed Tabletop video coming out. It's like looking at Christmas photos of your childhood and reminiscing over all the toys you always loved. You got me started in printing, like 3 years ago. So glad you still find time to contribute on KZhead. It's amazing how for you and your business has come.
Thank you so much for being here from the beginning, Don. I appreciate it so much!
Same story here! I bought an ender 3 AND started playing d&d because Danny! It been a blast!
@@3DPrintedTabletop he man the print at 3.49 looks absolutely insane for a FDM printer, can you tell us how you got that clean af result
This content is just great! The conversation style, easy to follow comparisons and no big shouty hype with bias. Just smooth, funny and informative ❤️
I'm a first time DM (long time player) who spends several hours drawing maps for each session, and I'm looking to upgrade from dice to represent creatures to match the quality of the playspace. This was a super helpful and easy to comprehend format and really helped narrow down my options!
Love your videos, I bought a creality ender 3 pro last year. It has been very good to me and your videos were a great resource that helped influence my purchase and begin my 3D printing journey. Thanks for all you do.
Subscribed for the positive energy and the great info, really appreciated the format and your friendly helpful attitude. Really felt like we were just two buddies talking in the garage, gave me the warm and fuzzies
Really good reasonable introduction. I’d only add: •Miniature design can make the difference. Read the descriptions of some models you might like to print and they should say what are the largest model sizes in the collection, and whether they are optimized for FDM (which also should work in resin) or if they are intended for resin and not recommended for FDM. FDM is great but it just can’t handle really dynamic poses as well. •There are good honest KZhead reviewers, but another reason to be wary of KZhead reviews at first is the proliferation of channels simply gushing over whatever printer they just got sent for free, even if they haven’t actually used it very long, angling for their next free gift.
Great video! I saw this 3 hours after getting my first 3d printer. Thanks for introducing me to a cool new hobby.
This is the first video I clicked and the best! I love the no BS simple format you chose. You covered a lot and it was very easy to understand! Thanks!
Great video, I am looking to getting a 3D printer in the next 6 mos. and have done a load of research. I have been watching you awhile and I am glad to have you reaffirm what I learned.
Best video i've seen on 3D printing so far. Appreciate the insight Danny! Timestamp list for all of you speed demons out there: 1:16 What can you make with a 3D Printer? Mini's/Terrain? 1:54 What do I need to get started? 2:13 What Printer should I buy? (leads into) 2:55 What are the types of 3D Printers? 3:27 FDM Printers 3:59 Resin Printers 4:45 Which one is best for me? 4:59 FDM Printers Cont... 5:30 Resin Printers Cont... 6:40 Potential *risks* with Resin Printers 8:04 What if I want to print terrain AND mini's? (What do you want to print the most of?) 9:45 How do I know which specific model of printer to get? 10:24 How to find the right printer? (Communities, Discord, Reddit etc...) 12:16 buying printers from Amazon 12:55 buying printers from your Local Stores 13:10 More international options 13:35 Do I need tools to get started? 14:06 Exceptions to not needing tools 14:28 Upgrades for your printer 16:17 Supporting the channel
Something to remember. Fdm’s are very hobbish. You play with leveling, new parts, replace something here and there. Now I love that part. Being able to break it down and rebuild it if I need to.
Literally exactly the video I was looking for. Perfect. Thank you.
I'm thoroughly enjoying your videos, thank you. I'll be starting on this hobby in the New Year, and am looking forward to playing around & developing my skills! Thanks again!
A friend of mine pointed me to this video. I've been considering a 3D printer for some time and thanks to you I've decided to go with a Mars Pro 2 since I want to do mostly miniatures and maybe some dice.
One of the most helpful 3d printing videos I've watched ever. Thank you
Just wanted to pop into the comments and say that this is one of the best basic instructional on how to approach 3d printers - I have watched about 30 vids so far that are mainly focused on reviews... and not what I want to print and how to print. So love love love this video! Just want to say thanks again!
Great video. I have been 3d Printing for a few years now and feel this video is awesome for people who may be confused. Great job.
Very informative video, I'm about to jump into 3D printing and this has just answered a lot of my questions so thanks for the honest advise.
I'm looking at getting into 3D printing FOR D&D stuff, this is EXACTLY the content I was looking for! Insta-subscribed. Good vibes.
what a nice relief to find your vid, super helpful dude! thank you so much
Great video! It would be worth mentioning also the FDM prints are typically much sturdier than resin prints. As a minivan driver, my FDM terrain withstands my kids much better than my resin minis. 😁
Speaking as someone who started with FDM for terrain, I was surprised to learn how much nozzle size affects the print. I've gotten really good results with a 0.25mm nozzle and .07mm layer height. Wish you'd have touched on that. *Edit: What I mean is good results printing some minis using these settings. It still requires dialing in the filament, lots of patience with supports, and it doesn't do well with tiny details. You will, however, get a lot more details than with a .4mm nozzle!
Love this format. As an absolute beginner I found it an ideal way to start the process. My preference would be resin, but I’m sure they come a whole host of issues too. Looking forward to more.
Wow, thank you. I was leery, clicking on this video. Your start off was a bit tame, but as you got into it, I was hooked. Again, thank you very much for all the info. Absolutely, super useful.
Thank you. Best guide I found yet
Awesome advice 🙏 Love the relaxed friendly style of these videos 👌
This is a great video. I'm thinking about getting a 3D printer in the near future and didn't know where to start. This was my first stop. I liked the way you explained the differences and the format of the video where you and your camera man interacted. This connected well with the lingo you presented. The subs were great because I couldn't hear the camera man very well.
Thank you for this rundown, I don't comment on videos very often, but the way this video flowed and the "conversational" style is great... Kudos!
Thank you so much for the video! I really feel a lot more comfortable purchasing a 3D printer. So excited to get started!!!!
Superb video! I came in knowing nothing and now I feel more confident in jumping into the hobby!
thank you for this video great help in our quest in finding a new 3D printer
just ordered my Ender 3 v2 here in Australia. Looking forward to getting started. Thanks for all your helps tips and insights that got me started. Resin isn't right for me just yet, haven't the space with proper ventilation in my 4 room apartment so that's for later. Thanks again!
Good Afternoon. I know you posted this just about a year ago, but this so far was the best video explaining 3D printing to me. Thank you.
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I'd second your suggestion of seeing recently made prints and which printers made them. I'd recommend getting a printer that other people have, because it'll be easier to find feedback when you're having an issue or 3D printable upgrades! Great video Danny!
Hey man this video really helped me understand the basics of the differences between printers and I really wanted to thank you. Even for someone like me, who is not going to use the 3d printer for tabletop gaming but wants to use it for other projects.
I’m buying my first 3-D printer tomorrow.And I honestly think this guy has been the most help in figuring out what I want to get. Thanks Danny!
You are most welcome, Jake! Good luck with your printer!
Loved the video, and yes the analogy of the car perfectly describes my 3D printer purchasing journey
Best video on this topic I've seen - by a mile. Thank you.
This was beyond helpful and professional video, thank you!
This video was fantastic! I am not a gamer but, I have for a long time wanted to maybe get into 3D printing just to tinker around and make a few odd objects. I enjoyed listening to your info, and your suggestions on all the different routes a person can take to get started in this hobby. You were very informative and very entertaining to listen to, so much so that I liked, and Subscribed just to get some more info from you in the future. It's people like you that make the Quality of life better for others, keep up the good work and the motivation to help others. Thank You!!!
it was realy helpful for someone that try to buy his first printer so thnx and you got new sub
I'm getting my first 3d printer from a new friend I made. Tihs conversation mimics the one we had almost mirror for mirror. I can't wait to get started with printing and fabricating!
i was quite lost on the options and use cases that all printers have.. and non of the videos i have watch solved that.. but.. after your video im kind of relaxed and motivated to buy a printer.. so thx so much for it and keep the great content and energy on your videos !
This was well presented and helpful. Thank you.
Thanks for the video. I definitely think I made the right decision purchasing my tender 3 FDM first as it has given me a real feel for the hobby. Now that my children are asking for more little figurines and things like that, I’m going to invest in a cheap little resin printer.
I really enjoyed the conversational format.
I was just thinking about going through your catalog for beginner info and advice (to compile for a friend). How timely! Thanks so much!
My pleasure! We'll have a follow-up that is the natural next part about beginner steps after you order your first printer. We're working on it as quickly as we can - hopefully it helps!
I was literally doing the exact same! Thank you so much for this!
fairly new to this 3d printing stuff, moreover I just gotta compliment how soft your voice is like wtf so calming while learning a lot but not calming enough to make me fall aslep
Very well put together video. Genuinely felt like the questions I had were being answered.
I wasn't intending on necessarily printing tabletop stuff but this was still really helpful. Thanks!
Yessssss so stoked to see this video! Perfect to point beginners to, I’m sure it will come in handy!
Hello everyone,I was worried about my own doubts on how to start, this is totally helpful. Thank you .
Im building an n scale train layout and you helped me make the choice. i have watched and read a bunch of stuff but you sir nailed it. opening amazon now thank you.
Thanks for the video! I'm considering getting a resin printer now and jumping into the hobby
You are amazing... I have watched a lot of 3d printing related videos but the way you made it so interactive and with a cheerful note was awesome! Please make a video based on the latest Cura profile and the best settings for great prints for FDM printers.
I do believe this was the perfect video to find I don't have the money to get one yet but I am interested been wanting to for a while now and when I get the money and I believe I'll take the plunge into 3D printing thank you for the amazing video
First research I've looked at and he says to stay away from KZhead 🤣 good thing he's super informative! Great content
yo thank you for this. your both good people. I did not know anything about 3D printers and now I'm 40% positive I can find a great 3D printer in the next few weeks. thanks again. I will subscribe save and notify button your channel, and buy one of your t-shirts bro.
thinking about getting a 3d printers (my first) this video helped a lot now I know that I will probley gonna need a fdm because i plan to make suits and pieces to armor, love the vid
Great video, thank you! This really helped.
Thank you. This helps. Definitely has my attention. Awesome tool!!!
Awesome tutorial! Helped me figure out what kind of 3D Printer I wanted to buy. Thanks!
Thanks. Really enjoyed the content and delivery. Very helpful.
Love the channel and took your advice a few years back and picked up an Ender 3. I printed a lot of stuff, but wasn't really happy with the minis, at least when I wanted to paint them. I did get some good prints off of it. My most successful prints were of the Ars Morendi Mugs! I sold the printer to my brother when I slowed down printing. Thinking about getting a resin printer now.
Great video! I'm now curious to know about the "software" side of 3D printing now. For example, which software do you use (Solidworks, etc.)? Do certain 3D printer brands have their own proprietary software? Is software completely separate and I have to buy it myself? If so, which softwares are the best to use? Basically, could I get the rundown on how software is chosen (not necessarily how it's used) and how it is then processed to physical 3D printer?
Someone answer this question! 😬
@@bethanypierce4944 I know right
Software for the printer itself is free I myself use the cura slicer As for 3D design I think everything works
Use maya, 3D max or blender
I personally use prusa slicer and for 3d modeling I use blender
Well considered and thoughtful video. Thank you!
This video was super helpful. All the info is very much appreciated. I’m looking to buy a 3D printer for my 11 year old daughter for Christmas. I was super overwhelmed and had no idea where to start. It just sounded scary and difficult but you’ve cleared a lot up and have so much helpful information. I feel a lot better with the information and advice you’ve given. Thanks so much
My pleasure, Jonathan!
I'm in the same boat with my 12 year old son. Just want to get what makes sense for a 12 year old beginner
@@sportakiss888 I am that 12 year old boy looking for a 3d printer when I turn 13
@@darkstar2682 same
Your kids can use auto cad?? Now that's impressive.
Thanks, great content. I'm more into building plastic mechanical parts for my motorcycle, lawn tractor... Your video was very helpful in the selection process.
I love your videos Danny. Thanks a bunch!
This has been really very helpful and I love the format. Thanks for taking the time for making this video.
This helped a lot. Thanks for making it.
Recently discovered your channel; thanks for all of the awesome content!
Thank you, I choose the printer I want. You cleared my choices
Loved this video and your (the presenters) personality 👍
I know your videos, not the newest, but I’m sure a lot of it still stands today. I am a newbie never had a 3-D printer. I am in the RC rock, crawling hobby, and having a 3-D printer would be a blessing! But the sad most part would need to be fairly strong. Except for the tire inserts. Hard time deciding on my first printer. Thanks for your time spent explaining printers.
This is a great video! Thank you so much! I can't wait to get a FDM printer and print my own sculpt
Very informative. New subscriber based on the quality of this video. Thank you!
Excellent video. Great information with little to no beating around the proverbial bush... Thanks 😎👍
Love this man's demeanor!
Absolutely awesome. Calm clear sensible advise. You're a great guy Danny!
Thanks Tom! Always appreciate your comments :) Like the new profile pic by the way.
Thank you for this video! It provided a lot of helpful information. I do have two questions for you. 1. I have seen some FDM printers able to produce high-quality prints with minimal layer lines. How difficult is it to fine-tune a printer to this quality? 2. I live in a high humidity area in Texas. How much does humidity affect prints like PLA and other FDM printing materials? Do I need a dry room to run the printer? Thank you again for the video and your response!
That was really helpful!! Thank you!
This is very detailed and helpful, I had no idea. Thanks
Thank you, this was very helpful
Great video! Can I just say I love the way you talk, it’s nice to find a KZheadr that isn’t screaming at me the nanosecond I click on the video🙏
this was very helpful. thank you!!
I would like to get into 3D printing to make action figures that haven’t been made yet? Where do I start? I’m rather young! I also love your energy and engagement, I really enjoyed the editing style aswell! Have a lovely day/night and thank you I feel more knowledgeable now!
This was amazing thank you!!!
Thank you for this. Its exactly what I needed. I look to create costume pieces and props for performers (stilters, and general joy-bringers), and needed a place to jump from. This is great info, and you have a new subscriber! thanks!!!
Great job! You have earned a like from me, my guy.
Just saw this today. We already have a 3d printer that is collecting dust My sons have recently discovered D&D and want to print figures. Thank you for your insight and solid information. You've won over a new subscriber today.
While I'm not a beginner, I watched this video because Danny always does great and informative videos and this is another jewel for beginners. One thing I'd like to mention is beginners learn CAD at the same time. After you make a Rook and a Benchy, What's next? While you can buy lots of STL files, It's a real blast to design your own or Mod a premade. Want a Wizard with a chicken head on his staff? Just like printing, CAD takes learning so I'd suggest doing both at the same time.
Thank You for the information. It was very helpful. Keep up the good work and update information. Knowledge is power and provided that. Again thank you….