Creality Ender 3 V3 3D Printer – 600mm/s High-Speed Printing

The Creality Ender 3 V3 introduces a change in Creality bed-slinger design that’s more reminiscent of the K1 printer’s efficient speed. One glance at this printer, and we had to double take at its immediate dynamic differences from other Ender 3 models. Creality 3D has dubbed this the CoreXZ design, a bold new way to achieve fast stable motion. The leadscrews and extrusion frame are completely replaced by an entirely belt-driven system. Like the K1, the gantry achieves smooth motion along linear rods. The timing belts and two stepper motors on the Z-axis work in unison with the X-axis to achieve high-speed and precise 3D printing.

At the standard 220x220x250mm build volume, the Creality Ender 3 V3 zooms out quality prints at 600mm/s and includes a plethora of automation features. This printer is created for the Maker who wants to click print and walk away without worrying about bed levelling and potential print failures. The Creality Ender 3 V3 prints out of the box after a quick 10-minute assembly. We believe this is a dream printer for beginners and professionals alike who are looking for a wholly reliable and fast 3D printer.

The Epic New Features of the Ender 3 V3 3D Printer:

• New CoreXZ Design and Linear Rods – Creality has flipped the Core design of the K1 and created a new bed-slinger, born for speed. Many have made the connection to the CoreXY system of the K1, but simply flipped onto its side. The Ender 3 V3 has done away with the classic gantry in favour of a belt-driven system on linear rods, encased in a full aluminium-cast frame. Two Z-axis motors work together to provide stability and precision. Thanks to the smooth linear rods, the print head moves very fast along its X and Z axis and wobbling is near eliminated. Even the tensioning on your XZ timing belts is all automated.
• 600mm/s High-Speed Printing – Thanks to its stable lightweight design and new CoreXZ system, the Ender 3 V3 printer easily finds its place at the top of great bed-slingers. Pumping out a Benchy print in a little over 13min at 600mm/s, this printer runs circles around even the Ender 3 S1 series printers.
• Hands-Free Automatic Bed Levelling – The Ender 3 V3 printer offers Creality’s dual automatic bed-levelling system. The bed plate itself is fixed into place with no adjustable knobs because manual levelling is not in this design whatsoever. The auto bed levelling system uses a strain sensor as seen on the CR-6 SE printer to detect the pressure as the nozzle touches the bed plate. The auto calibration automatically adjusts the height of your hotend and maps the entire print bed, ensuring every print is perfectly levelled. Usually to setup this system, you would need to set a “Z-offset” but the Ender 3 V3 eliminates this confusing step altogether and determines the Z-offset to the millimetre. Finally a truly hands-off printing experience!
• Direct Drive Aluminium-Cast Extruder – This modified direct drive extruder and hotend reaches up to 300°C with high-flow speeds. A bolster spring and ball plunger ensures clog-free extrusion that grips onto filament tightly. The 60W heater rockets the temperature, allowing prints of PLA, ABS, PETG, and various flexible filaments like TPU. The metal body of this extruder is surprisingly aluminium-casted, providing an amazing quality product. Peaking out below is the tri-metal “unicorn” nozzle from Creality that offers quick-swap durability. The steel-tipped copper nozzle is integrated with a titanium alloy heatbreak. This combination of materials perfectly transitions the filament to smoothly flow and allows you to print even more advanced filaments like PLA-CF and CR-Carbon.
• Creality OS Klipper Software and WiFi Control – Yes, Creality has stepped away from Marlin operating and into the wide possibilities of Klipper. With their modified Klipper firmware, you can enjoy the smart connected network and control your 3D printer straight from your PC or phone. With space to install a camera, the software will even let you monitor your prints after a bit of tinkering. See your print progress, temperatures, and speeds from anywhere.
• Textured PEI Magnetic Flexible Build Plate – The Ender’s standard glass bed is now replaced on the Ender 3 V3 with a textured PEI spring steel bed which peels off the platform and flexes to pop prints easily off the bed. This sturdier and tougher print surface performs wonderfully for good bed adhesion. Flexible build plates bring a new level of convenience to your 3D printing experience, eliminating any need to shovel your 3D prints off the bed as it often feels like using a scraper.

Of course, as per usual, there are so many cool features about this new model that we simply can’t fit them all into one description. However, we feel that these few mentioned above are some key features that really differentiate the Creality Ender 3 V3 from other models, including the Ender 3 V3 SE and K1 printers. Fortunately, we’ve listed all of the other important features down below, and if you’re still eager to learn more after that, be sure to check out the video at the bottom too.

Our Verdict on the Creality Ender 3 V3 3D Printer:

The Creality Ender 3 V3 emerges as a game-changer in the realm of 3D printing, introducing the CoreXZ design and heralding a new era of efficiency and speed. This innovative design, characterized by a belt-driven system and dual Z-axis motors, ensures unparalleled stability and precision, guaranteeing flawless prints with every use. Boasting an impressive printing speed of up to 600mm/s, the Ender 3 V3 delivers exceptional performance, catering to the needs of both novice enthusiasts and seasoned professionals. The hands-free automatic bed levelling system eliminates the hassle of manual calibration, while the direct drive aluminium-cast extruder ensures consistent filament extrusion.

While it is true you must be prepared to do some self-learning, the Ender 3 V3 has a super simple setup process that gets you printing within 10 minutes. The printer is a breeze to assemble in comparison to the hours you’ll need to first assemble an Ender 3 V2 printer. And remember, if you ever get stuck, there are mountain-loads of resources available online, DIY Communities that can help you troubleshoot quality issues, and many different guides and tutorials on YouTube just waiting for you to learn from.

Coupled with Creality's Klipper software and WiFi control, as well as a textured PEI magnetic flexible build plate, this printer offers a seamless printing experience, setting a new standard of excellence in the industry. We were very impressed with this printer. The only poor points we found were the odd placing of the filament runout sensor and the somewhat add-on arm on the filament holder. With its myriad of cutting-edge features, the Creality Ender 3 V3 firmly establishes itself as a top-tier choice for individuals seeking a reliable, high-speed 3D printing solution.

For a great second-opinion of the Ender 3 V3 3D Printer, Frankly Built has posted a fantastic informative YouTube video that discusses the differences of this machine, guides you through the assembly and reviews its pros and cons:

Although Creality 3D have been working within the industry since 2014, their addition of the Creality CR-10 series is what really catapulted them to the front line of competition, as it offered substantially better quality compared to other 3D printers – while simultaneously reducing the cost and complexities of the machines.

The quality of Creality’s 3D Printers and accessories shows through in their market history, with the brand selling around 3000 printers in their first year on the market, followed by about 10,000 sales over the next year. Now, Creality easily sells around 30,000 or more 3D printers each year, with sales continuously rising as they bring out more models. These are impressive numbers when considering the fact that they entered the industry as unknown competitors, quickly rising through the ranks and now even competing with Wanhao and similar top brands.

If you are looking for excellent 3D Printers that offer affordability without compromising on quality, Creality 3D is certainly a brand that you should take note of. From the basic Creality Ender 2 all the way up to the large build volume Creality CR-10 S5, there are few other brands who are capable of offering such a refined package while still maintaining some of the most enticing prices in the industry.