1000mm/s Ultra-Fast 3D Printing: Double the Speed for Full-Plate Dragon Printing – FLSUN's Groundbreaking High-Speed 3D Printing Farm Solution is Here

PanDen 2024-9-18 23:19 3D Printers

Panda3dp.com Guide: In 2024, the concept of "3D printing farms" has become a significant trend, especially during the summer when pop-up street markets have propelled 3D-printed toys into the limelight of mainstream consumers. Many are eager to purchase 3D printers to either start their own farm or expand their existing operations. Compared to the 3D printers currently used in these farms, is there a superior solution on the market that can offer lower upfront costs and faster returns for farm operators?

△Panda3dp.com photographed at a 3D printed toy stall in Shanghai

On September 14, 2024, it was revealed that FLSUN(孚森), a leading Chinese brand of desktop 3D printers, has launched an innovative high-speed farm solution tailored specifically for 3D printing farm operators. The new system boasts nearly double the printing speed of machines commonly used in farms today, translating to a 100% increase in production efficiency. With just 50 FLSUN 3D printers, farm operators can achieve the same output as 100 conventional machines. Recently, Panda3dp.com visited FLSUN’s high-speed farm demonstration room to witness this exceptional speed firsthand.

△FLSUN Ultra High Speed 3D Printing Farm Solution

Doubling Printing Speed and Halving Equipment Costs

Taking a 30cm dragon print as an example, with a layer height set at 0.2mm and 15% infill, current farm-standard 3D printers can print eight dragons per plate, requiring over 17 hours per full-plate cycle. This allows for the production of approximately 11 dragons in 24 hours. By contrast, the newly introduced FLSUN high-speed farm solution, featuring the latest T1E Delta FDM 3D printer, reaches top speeds of 1000mm/s and accelerations of up to 30,000mm/s². It can print eight dragons per plate in just 8 hours and 24 minutes, enabling a single machine to produce 22 dragons within the same 24-hour period—effectively doubling the production capacity.

△ One of the 3D printers commonly used on the farm currently prints a 30cm dragon plat (left), FLSUN T1E prints a 30cm dragon plat (right)

△ The FLSUN T1E can print eight 30cm dragons on a full plate in 8 hours and 24 minutes, averaging 1 hour and 3 minutes per 30cm dragon.

In terms of pricing, the FLSUN T1E is offered at a special discounted rate of 3XXX CNY per unit for Chinese farm operators. Consequently, building a farm with equivalent output requires roughly 50% less initial equipment investment compared to existing 3D printing farms. Additionally, fewer machines mean reduced costs for space, labor, and other overheads. Opting for FLSUN's high-speed farm solution thus provides farm operators with a significant cost advantage, accelerating return on investment and enhancing competitiveness in the marketplace.

△ The FLSUN T1E can print three 45cm dragons on a full plate in 7 hours and 49 minutes, averaging just over 2 hours per 45cm dragon.

Beyond the doubling of printing speed for 30cm dragon models, FLSUN has also tested the production of 45cm dragons, dragon eggs, and other popular products, all with substantial improvements in efficiency. For instance, most farm printers take over 18 hours to print four 45cm dragons in one cycle, averaging more than 4.5 hours per dragon. However, the FLSUN T1E can print three 45cm dragons in a single cycle in just over 7 hours, averaging just over 2 hours per dragon. For spherical objects like dragon eggs, the speed advantage of the Delta structure becomes even more pronounced.

FLSUN Ultra High Speed 3D Printing Farm Solution

As those familiar with the industry will know, the first batch of Chinese 3D printing farms primarily used Delta-structured printers to produce moon lamps, thanks to their superior speed, particularly when printing round objects. With continuous technological advancements, FLSUN has emerged as a leading Chinese brand of Delta 3D printers, enjoying widespread popularity in overseas markets and commanding a large user base.

To support the rise of domestic 3D printing farms, FLSUN has developed farm solutions of various scales, offering setups with 10, 50, 100, 500, or even 1000 machines. The company also provides expert advice on space requirements, power needs, and staffing configurations.

FLSUN T1E Ultra High Speed 3D Printer

The FLSUN T1E is equipped with a high-temperature hotend, a high-speed motor, and a CPAP high-pressure turbine fan, enabling it to reach top movement speeds of 1000mm/s and accelerations of 30,000mm/s²—twice the speed of other high-speed 3D printers. Moreover, its maximum instantaneous flow rate of 90 mm³/s is nearly triple that of comparable machines. From hobbyists to professionals and commercial users, this translates to shorter wait times and heightened efficiency.

While speed is the hallmark of the FLSUN T1E, precision and print quality have not been sacrificed. The T1E features a high-precision motion system, a finely-tuned leveling platform, and a new HT dual-gear coaxial extrusion system. Combined with advanced flow control algorithms like input shaping, these features ensure consistent layer adhesion and smooth surface finishes. The printer’s build volume of φ260mm x 330mm (with a maximum edge height of 285mm) allows for the simultaneous production of larger parts or multiple smaller items.

Paired with FLSUN's proprietary FLSUN Slicer software, the T1E offers full access to 3D printing parameters, allowing users to create custom profiles within the system. Its auto-leveling feature, activated with the press of a button, ensures precise leveling and is suitable for users of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals. The T1E supports a wide range of materials, including PLA, PETG, and TPU.

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If you are a 3D printing farm operator looking to expand or start your own farm, scan the QR code below to obtain detailed information on FLSUN’s high-speed 3D printing farm solutions. FLSUN will be in touch to assist you with further details.

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