ELEGOO 11.101.0099 Mars 5 3D Printer User Manual

: July 24, 2024
: ELEGOO

Table of Contents

ELEGOO 11.101.0099 Mars 5 3D Printer
Product Usage Instructions
FAQ
Packing List
Printer Introduction
3D Printer Tech Specs
Device Self-Check
Test Printing
Software Installation and Setup
FAQ
Machine Maintenance
Warranty Statement
Documents / Resources

ELEGOO 11.101.0099 Mars 5 3D Printer

Specifications

System: EL3D-3.0.1
Operation: 3.5-inch Resistive Touch Screen
Slicer Software: Voxeldance Tango & CHITUBOX
Connectivity: USB Interface
Dimension: 230mm(L)230mm(W)433.5mm(H)
Build Volume: 143.43mm(L)89.6mm(W)150mm(H)
Package Size: 530mm(L)325mm(W)295mm(H)
Gross Weight: 8.6KG
Net Weight: 6.6KG
Technology: MSLA Stereolithography
Light Source: COB Light Source (wavelength 405nm)
XY Resolution: 3535m (40982560)
Z-axis Accuracy: 0.02mm
Layer Thickness: 0.01-0.2mm
Printing Speed: MAX 70mm/h
Power Requirements: 100-240V 50/60Hz 24V 3A

Product Usage Instructions

Device Self-Check

Note: Upon startup, the printer conducts a self-check on key hardware components to prevent any printing failures due to hardware malfunctions.
Please refer to the error prompts on the machine to troubleshoot the printer. Do not touch the printer during the self-check process.

Test Printing

After inserting the build plate into the connecting block, press down the handle to secure the build plate to the connecting block (the build plate is capable of self-leveling and ready to use right out of the box).

Model Printing

Slowly add the resin into the resin tank (the resin level is not less than 1/3 of the tank volume and does not exceed the MAX line).
The machine will perform a self-check before printing, do not touch the machine during the self-check.
Cover the printer’s anti-UV cover and then select the sliced test model for printing.

Model Processing

After printing is completed, wait until the resin on the build plate stops dripping.
Lift the handle to take out the build plate, and use a scraper to remove the model.
You can use ELEGOO’s cleaning and curing machine to post-process the model.

FAQ

Q: What should I do if there are missing accessories in the package?

A: If you find any damage or missing accessories, please contact us at 3dp@elegoo.com for prompt assistance.

Q: How do I know when to replace the release film?

A: The device will issue a reminder to replace the release film when the accumulated usage approaches 60,000 times. You can manually reset the counter by clicking the refresh button on the device self-check page.

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 us at 3dp@elegoo.com.
To ensure the performance of each product, each product will undergo strict printing tests before leaving the factory. There may be some slight scratches when you receive the product, which is normal, please rest assured to 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 printerﬁrst.
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).
If the printing fails, you need to 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.
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.
Please use 95% (or higher) ethyl alcohol or isopropyl alcohol to wash your model unless you are using water-washable resin.
If you have any problems with the printer, please contact us at 3dp@elegoo.com.
Please do not disassemble or modify ELEGOO 3D printers by yourself, otherwise, the warranty will expire, and damage caused by personal operating errors need to pay for repairs.

Packing List

Printer Introduction

Handle
Build Plate
LCD Display Screen
Resin Tank
Touch Screen
Z-Axis
Screw Knob
DC Socket
Switch
USB Interface
Anti-UV Cover
Extension Port (Connect peripherals, such as a mini heater and other compatible printer accessories)

3D Printer Tech Specs

Printing Parameter

System: EL3D-3.0.1
Operation: 3.5-inch Resistive Touch Screen
Slicer Software: Voxeldance Tango & CHITUBOX
Connectivity: USB Interface

Hardware Specification

Dimension: 230mm(L)230mm(W)433.5mm(H)
Build Volume: 143.43mm(L)89.6mm(W)150mm(H)
Package Size: 530mm(L)325mm(W)295mm(H)
Gross Weight: 8.6KG
Net Weight: 6.6KG

Printing Specification

Technology: MSLA Stereolithography
Light Source: COB Light Source (wavelength 405nm)
XY Resolution: 3535μm (40982560)
Z-axis Accuracy: 0.02mm
Layer Thickness: 0.01-0.2mm
Printing Speed: MAX 70mm/h
Power Requirements: 100-240V 50/60Hz 24V 3A

Device Self-Check

Note: Upon startup, the printer conducts a self-check on key hardware components to prevent any printing failures due to hardware malfunctions.
Please refer to the error prompts on the machine to troubleshoot the printer. Do not touch the printer during the self-check process. (See Picture 1)
When the accumulated usage of the release ﬁlm is approaching 60,000 times, the device will issue a reminder to replace the release ﬁlm promptly.
Click the refresh button on the device self-check page to reset the counter manually. (See Picture 2)

Test Printing

After inserting the build plate into the connecting block, press down the handle to secure the build plate to the connecting block (the build plate is capable of self-leveling and ready to use right out of the box).

Model Printing
- Slowly add the resin into the resin tank (the resin level is not less than 1/3 of the tank volume and does not exceed the MAX line.
- The machine will perform a self-check before printing, and do not touch the machine during the self-check). Cover the printer’s anti-UV cover and then select the sliced test model for printing.
Model Processing
- After printing is completed, wait until the resin on the build plate stops dripping, then lift the handle to take out the build plate, and use a scraper to remove the model. You can use ELEGOO’s cleaning and curing machine to post-process the model.

Software Installation and Setup

The printer can install and use the Voxeldance Tango or CHITUBOX slicing software in the USB ﬂash drive, taking Voxeldance Tango as an example.

Install Voxeldance Tango
- Select from the USB ﬂash drive or go to Voxeldance’s ofﬁcial website (www.voxeldance.com/Tango) to download the right slicing software version and install it on your computer.
How to use Voxeldance Tango

After the installation is completed, run the software and select

Activate your license” – “Activate with printer hardware code” (See Picture 4); Press “Settings” – “Information” on the screen to view the machine “ID” (See Picture 3 ), and ﬁll in the 10-digit “ID” into the Printer Hardware Code” column of the software, and ﬁll in other relevant information to complete the software activation.

Click “File-Open File” and select your 3D model ﬁle (.stl type). By left- clicking on the model and using the options on the above menu, you can control and change the viewing angle, size, and position of the model.

Other Operations:

Long press the left button and drag the model to the position you want.
Scroll the mouse wheel to zoom in or zoom out the model.
Long press the right mouse button to view the different perspectives of the model.

Voxeldance Tango Setting

Click “Platform Deﬁnitions” and select ELEGOO Mars 5 as the default printer (See Picture 5)

Build Volume

You don’t need to change the default parameters (See Picture 6), and X indicates the maximum print size in the X-axis direction, and so on.

Resin Parameter (See Picture 7)

Resin Density: 1.1g/ml
Resin Cost: You can input the real price of the resin you purchased, and the slicing software can calculate the resin costs for each model you print.

Parameters (See Picture 7)

Layer Height: The thickness of each printed layer, the recommended height is 0.05mm, but you can set it from 0.01-0.2mm. The higher the thickness you set, the longer the exposure time will be required for each layer.
Bottom Layer Count: The setting number of initial printing layers. If the number of bottom layers is n, the exposure time of the ﬁrst n layers is the exposure time of the bottom layer. The default setting is 2 layers.
Exposure Time: The exposure time for normal printing layers. The default exposure time is 2.5 seconds, and the thicker the printing layer setting is, the longer the time it will take.
Transition Layer Count: The number of transition layers after the bottom layers for a tighter bonding between layers. Except for the exposure time, other parameters of the transition layers are the same as the normal layers.
Bottom Exposure Time: The setting of bottom layer exposure time. Properly increasing the bottom exposure time can help to increase the stickiness between the printed model and the printing platform, and the default setting is 32 seconds.
Wait After Cure: The time difference between the end of the exposure and the start of the build platform to leave the exposure surface, the default setting is 0 seconds.
Wait Before Cure: After the build platform moves to the printing surface, the time difference between the build platform starting to stationary and starting to exposure, the default setting is 0.5 seconds.
Wait After Lift: After the printing platform is lifted, the time difference between the printing platform starts to stationary and starts to return, the default setting is 0 seconds.
Bottom Wait After Cure: When printing the bottom layer, the time difference between the end of the exposure and the start of the printing platform away from the exposure surface, the default is 0 seconds.
Bottom Wait Before Cure: When printing the bottom layer, the time difference between the printing platform starting to stationary after moving to the printing surface and starting to exposure, the default is 0.5 seconds.
Bottom Wait After Lift: When printing the bottom layer, the time difference between the printing platform starting to stationary after lifting and starting to return, the default is 0 seconds.
Bottom Lift Distance: During the bottom printing process, the distance that the build platform leaves the printing surface each time, the default setting is 2+3mm.
Lifting Distance: In the normal layer printing process, the distance that the build platform leaves the printing surface each time, the default setting is 2+3mm.
Bottom Retract Distance: During the bottom printing process, the retract distance of the build platform, please do not change if not necessary.
Retract Distance: In the normal layer printing process, the retract distance of the build platform, please do not change if not necessary.
Bottom Lift Speed: During the bottom printing process, the moving speed of the build platform away from the printing surface each time, the default setting is 75+230mm/min.
Lifting Speed: In the normal layer printing process, the moving speed of the build platform away from the printing surface each time; the default setting is 75+230mm/min.
Bottom Retract Speed: During the bottom printing process, the moving speed of the build platform is close to the printing surface; the default setting is 230+75mm/min.
Retract Speed: In normal layer printing, the moving speed of the build platform is close to the printing surface; the default setting is 230+75mm/min.
Parameter mode: Default static mode. The printer will print according to the parameters set in the slicing software.
You can also choose high-speed mode or smooth mode. The printer will dynamically adjust the printing parameters according to the complexity of the model to improve print quality and print speed.
Note: The printing parameters listed in this manual are for reference only.
In actual applications, please contact the official after-sales technical support to confirm the parameters based on comprehensive factors such as the machine model and resin (including type and color) used by the individual.

FAQ

Model doesn't stick to the build plate

The bottom layer exposure time is too short, please add more time. Model bottom has very small contact with the build plate and please add more bottom layers.

Model layer breakage

The printer is shaking during printing. Release liner film is very loose due to long-time usage and needs to be changed. The build plate or resin tank is not fastened.

Printing failure

If the model was not completely printed or failed, there might be some residues left in the resin, which can be filtered out using a funnel when you save the rest resin back into its sealed bottle. If you don't filter out the residues the build plate may cause damage to the LCD screen when you're printing next time. As to the residual resin on the Build plate and tank, you can clean and wipe them up using tissues.

Why do I receive an error message for residue detection when starting a print

First, check if the resin tank and build plate are properly secured. Then, try printing again. Avoid touching or causing vibrations to the machine during the self-check process before printing to prevent sensor calibration issues. If the error persists, clean the resin tank or filter the resin for any tiny foreign objects.

Why do I get resin insufficient or exceeding maximum volume error when starting a print

At the beginning of the print, the mechanical sensor detects the remaining resin in the tank. To ensure smooth printing, the resin level must be above one-third of the tank volume. Additionally, the resin level should not exceed the MAX line to prevent leakage. If the required resin amount for the model exceeds the current resin level in the tank, a pop-up message will prompt for resin refilling. If you encounter abnormal errors, recalibrate the device through the self-check process. Remember not to touch or vibrate the machine during self-check to avoid affecting sensor calibration.

How to adjust the printing speed

The release speed of the printer is fixed, with two modes available: fast and slow. However, regardless of the mode, the first 50 layers are always printed at a slower speed to ensure a higher success rate. The actual printing speed per layer also depends on the settings of the slicing parameters, such as layer thickness, exposure time, and wait time. Changing these parameters will alter the actual printing speed.

What should I do if resin leaks into the machine

Due to the nature of the tilted release motion, it is not possible to achieve a completely sealed printing area. To address this, we have implemented several protective measures. When the sensor detects resin exceeding the MAX line, the print will stop, and a pop-up window will appear as a warning. There is a groove design below the build plate, where a small amount of leaked resin can flow into without affecting the machine. However, if a significant amount of resin spills occur, please disconnect the power promptly and open the front panel of the machine for cleaning.

Abnormal Screen Exposure

If your printer doesn’t work please contact us at 3dp@elegoo.com. and to better help and solve problems for you, please add your order ID to your email.

Machine Maintenance

Please do not use sharp or pointy tools to scrape the resin tank to avoid damaging the release liner ﬁlm.
Please clean up the resin tank before changing the resin to another color.
Before and after printing, clean the build plate with paper towels or alcohol to ensure that there are no bumps or burrs on the build plate.
Before each printing, daily check the exterior of the machine and all mechanical parts for any obvious damage, defects, or abnormalities.
Try to keep the printing environment at 25-30 degrees Celsius when printing, and ventilate the printing room as much as possible to facilitate heat dissipation of the machine and resin odor volatilization.
If the Z-axis keeps making friction noise, please add some lubricant to the lead screw. Please check and apply lubricant grease at least every 2-3 months, and increase the frequency of application as the printing frequency increases.
If you don’t use the printer in the next 48 hours, please pour the remaining resin from the resin tank back into the resin bottle and seal it well. If there is any residue, please use a ﬁlter to ﬁlter it out.
The release ﬁlm is a wearing part, please replace it regularly according to the machine prompts to ensure the success rate of printing.
Please be careful when removing the printing platform to prevent damaging the LCD screen. The service life of the screen is about 2000+ hours and will decrease with increasing printing frequency.
Do a good job of daily screen cleaning, and unplug the machine in time after printing. If there is a screen exposure problem or service life has seriously affected the print quality, please replace the screen in time.

Warranty Statement

From the date of purchase, ELEGOO printer is entitled to 1-year free warranty service, except for consumables of the LCD screen and the release ﬁlm.
The LCD screen enjoys a 6-month free warranty service.
The free warranty does NOT include problems caused by self-disassembly and improper use, wear and tear of the machine housing, etc.
Telephone–0755-21005141
Mailbox–3dp@elegoo.com
Website–www.ELEGOO.com
Address–101, No.30 Dahe Industrial Park, Guancheng Community, Guanhu Street, Longhua District, Shenzhen, China