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Aurora Z603–competitor of Makerbot Replicator–the same accuracy, lower price

Written by on July 1, 2014

Z603 is the top-shelf 3D printer of Aurora. Last week, I had visited the processing of printing of Z603, it did give me deep impression.

Integral Construction

Z603 features polished-looking design and aluminum build platform, it looks solid.

You don’t need to assemble the printer when you receive the package. What’s more, it means the print resolution is higher than Z603. And according to the official information, it gets the industrial standard. Here are the data:

XY axis positioning accuracy 0.011mm

Z axis positioning accuracy 0.0025mm

The accuracy of MakerBot Replicator2:

XY axis positioning accuracy 0.011mm

Z axis positioning accuracy 0.0025mm

Yes, Z603 has the same accuracy as the famous MakerBot Replicator. But the price is only $799.99.

Visual Operation

Z603 has a blue LCD panel and a four-direction touch panel. Both of them makes the operation more convenient.

The LCD can show current temperature of nozzle and print platform, while the four touch buttons is designed for menu selection. You can read all the information on the screen.

Besides, there is a LED light on the nozzle and you can control brightness by sliding the touch panel.

Flexible Choices

As normal, Z603 is able to print with both PLA (Polylactic acid) and ABS (Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) plastics.

You can connect it with your computer or insert the SD card to print. I think use the SD card is better, however, for you can pause printing and change the supplies.

By the way, Geekbuying will offer the accessories free if they are broken (the print must in warranty period).

Printing Video: