Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra
$459
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Elegoo · RESIN
Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra
By Shadman Rahman · Prices checked
Saturn-size build plate with 12K resolution and tilt release. The batch printing machine for serious miniature hobbyists.
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How It Scores
Pros
- +218x123mm plate fits a full Warhammer squad in one run, not two
- +12K resolution holds up just as well as the Mars at 14K for most print sizes
- +Tilt release is worth it at this plate size: peel forces on large prints are brutal without it
- +Terrain and base tiles look genuinely stunning at this resolution
Cons
- −Resin consumption goes up fast when you're filling a plate this size
- −Post-processing for a full plate run takes 45-60 minutes minimum
- −The purifier helps but a plate this big curing kicks up more fumes
What Owners Say
“Batch-printing a full Warhammer army on this thing is a dream come true.”
— r/resinprinting
“If you've outgrown the Mars, the Saturn is the obvious next step.”
— 3D Printing Nerd (YouTube)
Specs
| Build Volume | 218 x 123 x 220 mm |
| Layer Resolution | 0.01mm - 0.2mm |
| Max Print Speed | 150 mm/s |
| Weight | 11 kg |
| Type | Resin (MSLA) |
| Features | 12K mono LCD, Tilt release, Air purifier, WiFi, Larger build plate |
Verdict
Upgrade from the Mars when the build plate becomes the bottleneck. Terrain, busts, full squads in one run: this is where it makes sense. If you're just printing individual minis, the Mars 5 Ultra saves you $175.
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